The story of Solari is one born out of a desire to leverage modern sustainable practices without compromising elegance and artisanal craftsmanship. Solari is an eco-friendly men’s and women’s luxury footwear brand that pairs alternative fabrics derived from corn, bamboo and other recycled materials with the high standards and sense of history implicit in all Italian footwear. Solari shoes are made from breathable, durable, water-resistant and extremely soft corn fabrics. The product is 100% sourced and produced in Italy by family-run labs based in Marche. The Solari brand takes pride in its “Made in Italy” label just as much as it takes pride in its strict environmental policies.
Solari artisans have a wealth of traditional experience, having produced luxury shoes for over 50 years. The Solari Project, which has been underway for two years, has rapidly evolved due to the brand’s commitment to quality as well as its taste for the experimentation of new fabrics enriched by market research, world travel and new trends. Each material is first reviewed as a basic sample, with various color and texture choices. After passing the first review, the Solari team determines the technical specifications for the final model of the footwear. Finally, samples are created and tested in a laboratory.
Currently, Solari offers three models: the Oxford brogue, moccasin and brogue. All models are available in a wide array of colors and in both men’s & women’s sizes. Some of the notable features of the shoes are Blake construction, corn uppers, organic fabric laces, bamboo lining and recycled rubber soles. From an aesthetic perspective, it may seem Solari uses animal leather to achieve its classic yet modern look. However, this is only in appearance. Solari is committed to only using cruelty-free and animal-free products, thus safeguarding animals’ lives and reducing water waste.
The Solari team is composed of young visionaries under 30, united by a commitment to sustainable lifestyles and unwavering respect for the environment and nature. The Solari work environment is flexible and mostly remote as the team strives to keep every aspect of the company sustainable. To this point, the Solari team strives to minimize energy waste by using only clean energy providers. Furthermore, the Solari assembly chain has a low environmental impact.
Simply put, Solari is a pioneer for sustainable and luxurious Italian craftsmanship leveraging innovative materials, implementing eco-friendly practices and at the service of ethical fashion.
