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Shoes Materials

Synthetic Materials
PVC, PU, rubber, leatherette, polymers – materials which have similar look as leather but their characteristics do not measure up to the qualities of natural leather as far as breathing, absorption, flexibility is concerned; synthetics are suitable in combination with breathable linings and new materials such are PVC and PU.
New options in colour and shapes inspire a rise of new designs especially in young fashion. Besides already mentioned characteristics, which are an advantage for designing, the next obvious advantage is their low price.

Polymers – are synthetic hides, which in their look and physical characteristic mimic natural hides. They are also very easy to care for.
Rubber – has similar characteristics as synthetic materials; is used for special safety work boots.
Combined materials – are used mainly in sport footwear enabling endless colour and design variations.
Waterproof membrane – this special material provides water resistance and breathability to footwear (for example Gore-Tex); specially used for hiking and sport footwear.

Leather
The most used natural material with ideal characteristics for footwear.
Leather breathes, is soft, with very good absorption ability; able to adjust to the individual shape of foot. We recognize several basic types of leather.

Smooth leather – has a soft structured surface with small pores, can be finished in satin or gloss.
Lacquered leather – hide with a smooth and highly glossy surface; surface is prone to mechanical damage, chemical impact, infusion and frost.
Nubuck – a hide with suede-like finish; leaves marks even after a soft touch of fingers or other objects; marks are removable by brushing.
Bottom leather – is a type of leather used for soles of formal footwear, very prone to moisture and uneven surface. Embossed leather (printed).

Upper material

LEATHER
The best upper material; natural, breathable and supple; adjusts to feet easily.
TEXTILE
Characterized by a wide colour selection and lightness; used mainly for summer footwear.
SYNTHETIC
Used for a wide spectrum of shapes, easy to care for, suitable for rainy weather.

Lining material

LEATHER
Hygienic, comfortable and flexible.
TEXTILE
Suitable for winter footwear its good thermal insulation qualities.
SYNTHETIC
Easily cared for, easily put on; limited airflow which can cause higher perspiration.

Sole material

LEATHER
Has an elegant look, is light; solely designed for interiors; scraps off easily; not suitable for wet conditions.
RUBBER
Resistant to wear, flexible, suitable for any kind of weather; has excellent thermo-insulation characteristics and is easy to care for.
SYNTHETIC
Flexible, easy to care for; average resistance to wear; average thermo insulation qualities; slips in difficult terrain; not overly flexible.