
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.
ESSEN'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 ESSEN was born in 2016.
ESSEN’s inspiration is also their customers: a modern, intelligent woman who is not defined by age or profession.
ESSEN's collections are limited to small production. This allows ESSEN to be extremely careful with every detail. ESSEN wants to ensure the durability and attractiveness of its shoes. ESSEN also never compromises on quality.
ESSEN works with local family-owned factories in Italy, Portugal, and Spain that have been making shoes for generations. The entire 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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Doesn’t meet IVALO.COM criteria
GOOD
50-59%
VERY GOOD
60-79%
EXCELLENT
80-100%
Working conditions & Labour
88%
Environmental Impact
70%
Sustainable materials
87%
Transparent value chain
82%
Design for circularity
80%
Inclusivity & community
80%
Commitments & Policies
89%
Responsible e-commerce
93%