Veja is founded in France by Sebastien Kopp and Francois-Ghislain Morillion with a focus on sustainable and ethical production.
14/01/2004The first Veja sneaker is launched, made with organic cotton and wild rubber from the Amazon rainforest.
04/01/2005Veja expands its product line to include running shoes and sandals.
10/02/2006Veja partners with Brazilian farmers to create a sustainable supply chain for their wild rubber, supporting local communities and reducing deforestation.
03/03/2007Veja launches the "Transparency" project, which provides information on the brand's suppliers, production methods, and materials.
09/11/2008The brand opens its first store in Paris.
18/08/2009Veja collaborates with designer Christophe Lemaire to create a collection of high-end sneakers.
02/03/2010Veja begins using recycled plastic bottles to create its mesh fabric.
10/03/1954The brand partners with Atelier Sans Frontières, a French non-profit organization that provides job training for formerly incarcerated individuals, to create a line of shoes made by trainees.
07/11/2012Veja launches a line of vegan sneakers made with organic cotton and recycled plastic bottles.
10/07/2013Veja expands its production to Brazil, working with local factories to create more jobs and support the local economy.
06/09/2014The brand launches the "B-Mesh" fabric, made with recycled plastic bottles and used in several of its shoe models.
23/04/2015Veja expands its product line to include accessories, such as bags and wallets, made with eco-friendly materials.
13/07/2017The brand opens its first store in New York City.
05/06/2018Veja receives the "Positive Luxury" Butterfly Mark for its commitment to sustainability and ethical production.
15/10/2019Veja launches a line of sneakers made with apple leather, an innovative material made from apple waste.
03/04/2020The brand partners with Rick Owens to create a collection of high-end sneakers made with sustainable materials.
28/03/2022