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ESSEN

ESSEN redesigns classic footwear for women by emphasizing the essentials and eliminating everything extra. The design and development of ESSEN products are done in Melbourne. The shoes are made entirely by hand in Italy, Portugal, and Spain - and are delivered from Europe.

ESSEN aims to make timeless and stylish shoes that are accessible for everyone. Their shoes are the stars of the capsule wardrobe that never goes out style and can be worn from one season to another.

The brand's story began with the search for aesthetic quality footwear without a high price tag. The search quickly showed that the simplest things are sometimes the hardest to find. That's why the founders of ESSEN started to come up with their own collection. Love for art and design is the basis where the brand was born in 2016.

ESSEN’s inspiration is also their customers: a modern, intelligent woman who is not defined by age or profession.

Their collections are limited to small production. This allows ESSEN to be extremely careful with every detail. The brand wants to ensure the durability and attractiveness of its shoes, and never compromises on quality.

They work with local family-owned factories in Italy, Portugal, and Spain that have been making shoes for generations. The entire ESSEN range is handmade by the people who take care of every shoe produced. In the shoes, you can feel the excellent professionalism and an exceptional fit.

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ESSEN Sustainability

IVALO.COM 360 sustainability validation allows you to view brand sustainability by category, and therefore match it better with your personal values. We measure brand sustainability in eight categories.

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Working conditions & Labour

88%
88%
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Environmental Impact

70%
70%
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Sustainable materials

87%
87%
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Transparent value chain

82%
82%
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Design for circularity

80%
80%
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Inclusivity & community

80%
80%
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Commitments & Policies

89%
89%
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Responsible e-commerce

93%
93%
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