Today, D'BRIS and GUTTA SOLES are announcing the first prototypes of the ReKast collaboration that will be available via digital auction starting on December 2nd 2021 at 18h CET throught December 9th 2021, 18h CET.
These prototypes consist of original D'BRIS shoe bases made of ocean plastic and car tires, designed by GUTTA SOLES. All materials were sourced, supplied, and curated by the GUTTA SOLES production team in Accra, Ghana; including recycled fishing nets from local fishermen on the Korle Lagoon in Accra; as well as beading and hand sewn fabrics.
As a shipping bonus, each pair will be shipped in a GUTTA SOLES up-cycled shoe bag/rucksack made from recycled fishing net, up-cycled cocoa sacks, and recycled fabrics from Ghana.
The collaboration
ReKast shoes highlight the necessity to unite the global fashion industry as one sustainable movement. This collection will not only bring awareness to consumers, but also give the world a one-of-a-kind, exclusive sneaker with minimal impact the environment through its production.
GUTTA SOLES is a sustainable custom handmade footwear produced with recycled tires and African prints. They are produced in Ghana, with Ghanian materials, labor and creativity, with the proceeds of their collections reinvested directly into local communities through THE GUTTA SOLES FOUNDATION.