The Revivo Process

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 skilfully 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.

More information on repairs

Our repairs service

Customers in the UK, 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.