Melissa Woman

Recycled plastic is fantastic! This could be the mojo of the Melissa brand. Created in 1979 in Brazil by Alexandre and Pedro Grendene, elle specializes in making quality recycled plastic shoes. An idea inspired by the models worn by French sailors on the French Riviera and which will be the starting point for the Aranha sandal, a best-seller and iconic symbol of the brand, the manufacture of which is done in a record time of 26 seconds. Melissa 's success is based on the originality of its offering but also on its innovative esprit , driven by a desire to offer collections with an eco-responsible approach. These are then designed using exclusive Melflex® thermo-injected technology and scented with an addictive candy scent. With its vegan and fully recyclable pieces, Melissa places environmental protection at the heart of its manufacturing. Indeed, the brand is committed to reducing its water consumption, to using FSC paper packaging and offers a system for recovering used shoes in its stores. A pioneer, the brand is one of the first in the world to collaborate with creators. And it was none other than Jean-Paul Gaultier who got the ball rolling in 1983. Artists, designers, architects, and stylists each offer their interpretation of the plastic shoe: Patrick Cox, Judy Blame, Karl Lagerfeld , Jason Wu and Gareth Pugh are just a few examples of the capsules that have marked Melissa 's history over the years. Infinitely modular, its signature material is available on all kinds of sandals with jellyfish-style straps, rain boots, urban sneakers, festive pumps and colorful bags. A pop and daring fashion phenomenon, Melissa is regularly quoted in the press on Elle , Vogue, ID, Numéro and Herald Tribune.