PALAPA

At PALAPA. Launching March 2021, Palapa is a direct-to-consumer footwear brand offering women handcrafted, artisanal sandals inspired by the rich history, nature, and slow pace of Mexico’s tropics. A modern take on Huaraches, the traditional Mexican footwear, Palapa sandals are made with 100% compostable and sustainable leather, providing women with beautiful, soft and comfortable shoes for any occasion. Palapa was founded on the principle that we should not have to sacrifice style for comfort. The brand is committed to providing the highest quality, versatile shoe that honors its Mexican heritage while becoming an everyday staple in the modern woman’s closet. Palapa takes pride in offering a product that is not only beautiful, but also sustainable. The brand’s leather provider is based in León, Guanajuato, and is one of the few in the world with a gold standard in ecological and ethical practices from the rigorous International Leather Working Group. The result is a shoe that is made of fully compostable material, treated with 100% natural components, metal free, and without chrome.