One of us
“I don’t know how many souls I have. I’ve changed at every moment. I always feel like a stranger. I’ve never seen or found myself”. The words of Fernando Pessoa reflect a deeper thought about being and are the basis of the new Portuguese Shoes campaign. Every being is multiple in his own singularity. No […]
Throught the hallways of Lineapelle
They work ahead… In search of innovative, sustainable and ecological solutions… for the footwear sector. Once a year, the creative minds at the forefront of the components industry meet at Lineapelle. Zero waste, sustainability, ecology and fashion… are the keywords at this world fair.
Circular Economy
The concept of the circular economy is no longer unfamiliar to the footwear industry. This model applies directly to productive companies and aims to reduce the environmental impact of production and consumption through the efficient and sustainable use of resources. Additionally, it contributes to one of the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations’ 2030 […]
New Generation of Biological Materials
This webinar is broadcast in the Portuguese language. The new generation of biological materials for footwear and leather goods represents a significant advancement in the commitment to sustainability in the fashion industry. The Footwear Cluster has embraced the vision of becoming an international reference in the development of sustainable solutions. This vision aims to strengthen […]
National Materials in Footwear Production
This webinar is broadcast in the Portuguese language. Sustainable development is an increasingly pressing theme across all sectors of productive activity, naturally extending to the footwear cluster in Portugal. In product development processes, the selection of materials is a critical factor for improving eco-efficiency, which can bring added benefits for differentiating offerings. However, the processes […]
The Potential of the Tanning Industry for Sustainability
This webinar is broadcast in the Portuguese language. “Tanning is one of the oldest activities of humanity. Currently, the tanning industry represents a strategic segment of the productive sector, combining tradition with continuous innovation. This activity, often associated with intensive processes and significant environmental impacts, is undergoing a transformation towards sustainability. With the growing awareness […]
For an Ecology of Design in Footwear Production
This webinar is broadcast in the Portuguese language. Ecodesign in the production of footwear in Portugal is a topic that is increasingly gaining relevance and importance in a world that is constantly seeking sustainable and environmentally conscious solutions. In this context, it is imperative for footwear brands in Portugal to incorporate innovative approaches that integrate […]
Contribution of Leather to Sustainable Footwear
This webinar is broadcast in the Portuguese language. “The leather plays a crucial role in the production of sustainable footwear in Portugal. The country’s footwear industry boasts a long tradition of quality and craftsmanship, and the use of leather from responsible and sustainable sources contributes to maintaining this reputation. High-quality leather not only provides durability […]
Portuguese Soul: silk
During the Middle Ages silk production was also present in cities such as Lisbon, known for the production of sendal and silk veils. There was also production in cities like Guimarães, Porto and Évora, and also in the Trás-os-Montes region which was very durable and passed from the Middle Ages to the modern age. In […]
Portuguese Soul: dye plants
Our national dyeing was very important in the Trás-os-Montes region where the production of silk was located and attached to it was a dyeing plant, but also in Covilhã, where the Royal Cloth Factory had a dyeing plant attached to it. Despite being a profession, since the Middle Ages,somewhat frowned upon because it’s dirty, it […]