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Brigade Patchwork Boot

The Brigade Platform boot combines a lightweight platform crafted from cork and wrapped in leather. The upper is a handmade staggered patchwork pieced together in nappa and suede degrade panels. This engineered design is beautifully executed through the use of a traditional marquetry technique, a colorful seasonal embellishment. True in spirit to our collection concept, this statement piece punctuates any outfit with bold playful strength.

  • 100% Goat Suede, 100% Calf Sole, 100% Cork Interior
  • Made in Italy

Fabric

Genuine nappa is a chrome-tanned leather known for its distinctly smooth and supple softness. It is named after its origins in Napa Valley, California, where its tanning process was first developed in 1875. Like other full-grain leathers, its natural texture and marks show on the surface; for this reason, only better quality hides are used.

This article is made of real cork. Cork is a sustainably produced natural product. Cork oak is unique in its ability to regenerate its outer bark. After a tree reaches 25 years of age it can be stripped of its cork once every 9 to 12 years without causing damage to the tree. A single cork oak, which lives up to 20 years, can be harvested over 16 times.

Any differencs in color and grain that are seen on the surface are features of the material itself. Care must be taken as contact with hairspray, perfume and any other product containing alcohol or alchohol-based products may damage the material permanently.

Mill

This tannery based in the UK offers C02 neutral, chrome-free skins (such as Original) without sacrificing quality. They also practice regenerative farming, a method of rotating specific crops and cattle to build up soil levels, fix carbon, restore biodiversity and reduce the amount of artificial chemicals / fertilizers required in farming. Zoelitic - or biodegradeable tannages are also being tested for further improving sustainability techniques.

  • Leather Working Group (Gold),
  • SEDEX Member
  • Ecol 2L Energy Controlled Leather (Artik Certified partner)
  • Sustainable Leather Foundation (Founding Partner)
  • Factory

    This family-owned and operated factory located in Pisa, Italy implements energy-svaving techniques and is dedicated to their personal social responsibility through internal policies. They are certified by ISO 45001:2018 and audited by Kering PRSL e MRS standards.