Peder Sandal

Product Details

The Peder sandal features a narrow fit with a comfortable padded footbed and soft rounded strapping. Easy to wear all day you will find these sandals are easy to style with many outfits throughout the warmer months.

Material

Sheep Skin, TPR Outsole & Cow Hide

Leather is a natural, renewable material made from animal hides that have been preserved and softened through a tanning process. We select our leathers based on their individual properties and the intended application.

Leather lasts a long time, ages well and is easy to care for and repair. Unlike many synthetic materials, leather develops patina over time and gets better with age. Buying a well-made leather product can be considered an investment and supports the slow fashion ethos of “buying less, buying better”. Leather can be recycled or upcycled, and once it reaches the end of its lifecycle it is biodegradable.

This product is made from leather sourced from a Leather Working Group (LWG) audited and rated tannery. LWG aims to improve the environmental impact of the leather industry by assessing and certifying leather manufacturers. The audit protocol covers energy use, waste, water use and chemicals, as well as traceability.

Chromium VI is not used in any tanning processes for our leathers.

Maker

These shoes have been handmade in Agra, India by family-owned and operated factory Gupta Overseas Pty Ltd. They have been in business for over 60 years and specialise in making shoes for the European market. We visit the factory twice a year to see our products being made, assess working conditions, source materials and learn new techniques. With a commitment to responsible business practices and a culture of continuous improvement, Gupta has implemented some outstanding initiatives to support their employees, community and the environment.

Each design is tested at ELK HQ where the shoes are worn for a period to consider comfort, wear and style. The leather upper meets European REACH standards for chemical safety.

Gupta has SA8000 social accountability certification and as members of Sedex undergo annual SMETA social compliance audits, to ensure safe and ethical work practices.

Size and Fit

These sandals suit a regular to narrow fit. They feature a comfortable, padded footbed and a slightly adjustable buckle and ankle strap. Expect the leather to soften with wear and form to your foot.

Approximate insole length measurements:
35: 22.7cm
36: 23.3cm
37: 24cm
38: 24.7cm
39: 25.3cm
40: 26cm
41: 26.6cm
42: 27.3cm
43: 28cm

Approximate tread width measurements:
35: 7.7cm
36: 7.8cm
37: 7.95cm
38: 8.1cm
39: 8.25cm
40: 8.4cm
41: 8.55cm
42: 8.7cm
43: 8.8cm

Care Instructions

These leather shoes should be cleaned and conditioned with a neutral cream polish. Apply with a soft cloth and rub into dry or scuffed areas. Leather is a natural material and will age with wear. It is imperative that you avoid wetting or soaking these shoes in water as this will greatly affect the quality and appearance.