Explorer-Approved Shoes

The Oliver Sweeney x Levison Wood Explorer Espadrille is Backwoods-Ready

Using your existing shoes when heading out on an adventure is a surefire way to ensure they're ruined as quick as possible, so the Oliver Sweeney x Levison Wood Explorer Espadrilles are intended to offer a tactile alternative. The espadrille shoes are crafted from quick-drying, hard-wearing Cordura fabric and feature a lightweight, robust style that will prevent you from getting fatigue when heading out on an extended walk or hike.

The Oliver Sweeney x Levison Wood Explorer Espadrilles have an EVA midsole that works to make the shoes comfortable and buoyant, while a non-slip Vibram sole ensure you can step with confidence. The shoes are puncture-proof and thorn-proof to protect your feet when you're walking through the bush or in urban environments.

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