Part of the Project Sustainability® Collection, the John Ta’Ape Blue sneakers showcase an eco-friendly design using locally-tanned ta’ape leather from an invasive fish species. Featuring a blend of recycled leather and cotton laces, these sneakers not only offer style but also contribute to the revitalization of Hawaiian aquatic habitats. The distinctive blue heel tab adds a pop of color, while the speckled tread ensures comfort and sustainability with every step.
From the brand: Part of our Project Sustainability® Collection, the John Ta’Ape Blue features an innovative eco-friendly material: locally-tanned ta’ape leather made from the invasive ta’ape fish species.
Ta’ape fish have been invading Hawaiian waters and quickly diminishing the natural reef habitat and species. By sourcing 2,000 ta’ape fish from the island of Moloka’i, we’re helping to revitalize aquatic habitats with every pair of P448 Ta’Ape sneakers.
Consciously designed, our iconic John is wrapped in white recycled leather with a recycled leather tongue and statement blue ta’ape leather heel tab. Blue recycled cotton laces tie the look together, while the black and white speckled recycled tread is kind on the planet with every step.
