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Catching Up With Circul'R
We caught up with Jules and Raphael from Circul’R to talk about the circular economy, their work with global companies like Eurostar, and why being a SAOLA ambassador means walking the talk—literally.

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What Vegan Shoes Mean to SAOLA
Vegan shoes go beyond diet — they’re part of a lifestyle that avoids animal-derived materials in fashion and everyday products. In this article, we explain what makes a shoe “vegan,” why it matters...
How shoes are made from recycled plastic bottles
Learn how plastic bottles are recycled into everyday products, like SAOLA Shoes. Each pair contains between 3-4 recycled plastic bottles!

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Inside SAOLA’s Fall Line: New Styles, Sneaker Boots & Sustainable Innovation
We sat down with SAOLA founder Guillaume Linossier to talk sneaker boots, new materials, and what the future holds for sustainable footwear. From design inspiration to long-term goals, here’s what’...

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Thanks to You, We’re Making an Impact
In our first year, SAOLA shoes didn’t just walk the walk — they helped save sea turtles, plant trees, and protect coastlines. Here’s how your purchases made a real-world impact.

environment
Catching up with the guys behind CIRCUL’R
Jules Coignard and Raphael Masvinger traded corporate comfort for climate action—and never looked back. From a global tour of circular solutions to building an international network of impact-drive...

A Letter From G Funk
It was around this time three years ago that I made what many would consider a questionable decision for a 40-year-old father of two. I left my job to start a footwear brand.

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We Did It! Kickstarter Wrapped...
We did it! Our very first Kickstarter campaign is officially complete—and it’s all thanks to you. Now comes the exciting part: production, retail, and the road ahead.

Saola North America
We Hit 100%! What’s Next for SAOLA
We reached our Kickstarter goal in just 13 days—and now we’re aiming even higher. See what’s coming next and how you can help us #MAKEANIMPACT.
