Dubai: School first to offer students recycled, vegan shoes as part of school uniform

Dubai: School first to offer students recycled, vegan shoes as part of school uniform

Student-designed 'Y2K pros' made from recycled plastic carrier bags, plastic bottles, rubber

Published: Thu 7 Jul 2022, 1:42 PM

A Dubai-based school is driving its sustainability initiatives by introducing recycled, vegan shoes as part of its school uniform.

The Swiss International School Dubai (SISD) has now tied up with Thaely Shoes to offer pupils special sneakers ethically made of recycled materials as part of the school uniform.

The 'Y2K pro' shoes – inspired by classic basketball sneakers of the early 2000s - are the result of a design project by Dubai student and company founder Ashay Bhave, who wanted to develop ethically produced footwear. The distinctive sneaker is made from recycled plastic carrier bags, plastic bottles, and rubber.

"One of our core values is sustainability and the Thaely shoes are a brilliant example of this value in action – something our students can wear every day to remind them of the importance of their contribution to making the world a better place," said Alison Roberts, Head of Marketing and Admissions at SISD.

"We love the shoes. They fit our relaxed uniform and reflect the values we place in our learning approach and style. In addition, the opportunity to support a local entrepreneur is a great way