Made in Portugal from discarded Europcar uniforms and tablecloths!. VAER and Europcar have teamed up to fight textile waste together.. If you like sneakers with a chunky sole this is definitely the one to choose. These kicks will elevate your style in every sense of the word.. The contrast between the green, white and yellow makes these vegan sneakers a timeless classic with a little twist.. Materials. Insole: natural latex, tencel, kenaf and natural fibers. Sole: 56% recycled rubber. Glue: water based. Heel counter and toe puff reinforcement: biodegradable cotton. Laces: 70% recycled cotton. Textile: discarded Europcar uniforms. Lining: discarded tablecloths. Packaging: recycled cardboard. Care Instructions. Coating or waterproofing should always be done before using your pair of VAER for the first time.. You can either do this with a normal coating spray or with beeswax.. How To CoatCoat the beeswax onto theshoes (do not forget the seams) and work the wax into the shoes by a dryer in the end. The product increases the water's resistance, revives colors, and prevents rapid soiling.