At Vivobarefoot we’re on a journey to make the most regenerative footwear possible. Reconditioning our returned footwear to avoid adding to the mountain of waste being generated by the shoe industry each year is an important part of that journey.
A highly skilled team of footwear restoration specialists use cutting-edge machinery and cleaning products to revive Vivos back to their former glory.
HOW WE REVIVE OUR PRODUCTS
Returned Vivo's are fully checked over for faults and then graded. Each pair is given a deep steam
clean and sanitised inside and out with Micro-Fresh, killing all known viruses and bacteria, before our
skilled team begins the process of reconditioning.
- Burst seams are re-stitched and over-locked to create a strong repair.
- Torn or weak areas are patched.
- Un-stuck seals and soles are re-bonded.
- Broken eyelets and lace hooks are carefully replaced.
- Damaged laces and insoles are replaced with new. The old insoles are recycled and used to repair the outsoles of other shoes.
- Thin or damaged soles are skillfully replaced. The old sole units are recycled and used as equestrian area bases.
- Packaging is replaced.
CONDITIONS EXPLAINED
NEVER WORN
20% off RRP
In perfect "new" condition, these styles are not refurbished and are from previous collections, no longer available to purchase on our Vivobarefoot site.
EXCELLENT
25% OFF RRP
Our finest reconditioned footwear is ‘like new’, showing very few signs of wear and will be ready for a new pair of feet.
Great
35% OFF RRP
These will be in great condition, but will show some minor signs of wear and tear. Any repairs will be minor, and each pair will be beautifully reconditioned back to life.
GOOD
50% OFF RRP
These will be in good condition, but will proudly show signs of wear. When necessary and possible, soles have been replaced as they are lovingly reconditioned to meet the demands of another pair of feet on styles.
*Please note that we are unfortunately not able to resole all styles.
Our repairs service
Customers in the UK, US, Netherlands and Germany can now repair their favourite Vivos to stay wild and barefoot that much longer. (Sorry, global Barefooters, we’re working hard on finding viable partners to take this service around the world.) Our Repairs Service is another positive step, as we live and learn on our journey towards ultimate circularity.
