Brazilian footwear brand known for its colorful, beach-inspired sandals made from innovative and sustainable PVC materials.
ORIGIN
Brazil
PRICE TIER
affordable
Launched in 2001 by the Brazilian footwear company Grendene, Ipanema is named after the iconic beach in Rio de Janeiro, capturing the city’s vibrant and relaxed culture in its designs. The brand produces fun, chic, and colorful sandals and flip-flops for women, men, and children, with a product identity rooted in comfort and casual style. The sole of many designs even features the pattern of the famous Ipanema beach boardwalk, grounding the footwear in its Brazilian heritage. Ipanema is distinguished by its commitment to sustainable and ethical manufacturing. Its products are crafted from Flexpand, a proprietary, 100% recyclable, and vegan PVC material, with at least 30% of the material being recycled content.