Cariuma Trainers

Attention all boarders: CARIUMA trainers is reinventing the world of designer skate shoes, combining tried-and-true styles with contemporary ethics. Founders David and Fernando realised that sustainability was key when they established their footwear label. After all, what's the use in skating with no planet to do it on? The result is a range of retro-inspired (but ever-modern) shoes with real eco-credentials.

Devotees of 70s style will flock to these lace-up canvas trainers that embody the era's inimitable nonchalance. Low-top versions pair well with jeans and a tee, while high-tops bring an unconventional element to your summer image. Crafted from Fairtrade cotton and natural rubber sourced using tree-friendly methods, these picks are lightweight, comfortable and earth-friendly. And you don't need to be a skater to wear them either – these trainers will look as good at brunch as they do on the board.

If you're a fan of forward-looking designs, you'll enjoy discovering the brand's experimental materials. Renewable bamboo is knitted into a mesh to create gauzy, breathable uppers, while recycled polyester adds a distinctive bobbled finish to smooth fabrics. The simple shape of slip-ons makes a distinct contrast to these offbeat textures, allowing them to take the sartorial centre stage. We love stark monochrome that shows off the intricacies of each material – choose black for optimum practicality or white for a box-fresh aesthetic.