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''Explore the perfect alliance of lightness and comfort in our AW01 collection.''
About
Hi, I'm Nicolas NOYON, a designer passionate about creating shoes for over 8 years.My love for sustainable development has inspired me to launch AWA, a brand that pushes the boundaries of fashion by using upcycled materials.Join me in this adventure where each item tells a story of creativity and innovation, all while being environmentally friendly.
Reuse
At AWA,
we see upcycling as a blank canvas to create your essential footwear and fashion accessories.
For the AW01 collection, our goal is to transform materials sourced from vehicles destined for compression.
Create
As part of our collection plan, the inaugural piece is a pair of sandals. We reuse seatbelts to create chic sandal straps, perfect for summer and fall.
The AW01_01 and AW01_02 models are distinguished by their upper structure. Model 01 features crossed straps reminiscent of traditional Japanese sandals, while model 02 displays parallel straps inspired by ancient Roman sandals.
By choosing our upcycled sandals, you contribute to supporting a responsible approach to fashion and manufacturing. Our collection consists of two unique models, both made in Taiwan with materials sourced from end-of-life and out-of-use vehicles.
Manufacturing process
Imagine a workshop filled with seatbelts, each having traveled kilometers on the roads. We carefully purchase them to create our upcycled sandals, transforming them with care to bring unique shoes to life, reflecting our vision for a sustainable and stylish future.
01-COLLECT
02-Cleaning
03-Stockage
04-Cutting
05-glue
06-Assembly
An upcycled sandal
AW01 BY AWA
Handcrafted with upcycled, recycled materials combined with EVA and rubber.
Skilled artisans
MADE in taïwan
Men and women craft your sandals with expertise gained over time.
Made in Taiwan from end-of-life vehicle materials. In our supplier's factory, seatbelts are cut, glued, and assembled with an EVA and recycled rubber sole. Each pair requires meticulous manual work by Taiwanese artisans, ensuring durability, comfort, and style.
sandal AW01-01
Upcycled Sandal
Sandal AW01-01 for Spring-Summer 2024, made with upcycled and recycled materials. Straps made from seatbelts, recycled rubber sole. Comfortable, chic, handcrafted in Taiwan.
- Inner sole: EVA + recycled rubber
- Midsole: EVA
- Outsole: rubber + recycled rubber
- Straps: upcycled seatbelts
sandal AW01-02
Upcycled Sandal
Sandal AW01-02 for Spring-Summer 2024, made with upcycled and recycled materials. Straps made from seatbelts, recycled rubber sole. Comfortable, chic, handcrafted in Taiwan.
- Inner sole: EVA + recycled rubber
- Midsole: EVA
- Outsole: rubber + recycled rubber
- Straps: upcycled seatbelts
Size chart
The AW01 and AW02 models will be distributed according to a size system XS, S, M, L covering shoe sizes from 36 to 47
If we manage to raise enough funds, we will offer specific sizes ranging from 35 to 48.
Colors
For models AW01-01 and AW01-02, we offer you the option to select your seatbelt colors based on available stock at the end of the campaign. Please note that the sandal soles will be delivered in black color only.
Accessories
Discover our exclusive packs for our contributors! In addition to our upcycled sandals, we offer unique accessories to complete your experience. Our packs include a travel pouch and a storage bag for your sandals crafted from upcycled car airbags, offering both style, practicality, and ecological commitment. Get these exclusive accessories by supporting our project on Ulule and add a touch of sustainability to your daily life!
We chose to innovate by reclaiming airbags to create unique fashion accessories for our AW01 collection. These airbags, previously intended for safety purposes, are carefully transformed to give birth to elegant and durable pieces.
In our sustainability approach, we have selected a variety of airbags in vibrant and diverse colors. Each airbag, with its distinct nuances, adds a touch of character and originality to our accessories, reflecting our commitment to responsible and creative fashion.
Colors
For modelsAW01-03 and AW01-04, please note that you will not have the option to choose the colors of the airbags. The colors will be randomly selected based on available stock at the end of the campaign.
AW01-03 Upcycled Sandal Pouch
Upcycled Sandal Pouch
AW01-03 Sandal pouch for Spring-Summer 2024, made with upcycled materials. Storage bag made from airbags, handcrafted in Taiwan.
- Technical textile: upcycled airbag
Travel Pouch AW01-04
Upcycled Travel Pouch
AW01-04 Travel pouch for Spring-Summer 2024, made with upcycled materials and crafted from recycled airbags. Hand-assembled in Taiwan.
- Technical textile: upcycled airbag
- Closure: zipper
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