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Our products are completely produced by Armenian artisans who have amassed the knowledge and know-how for generations. According to historians the world’s oldest shoes that was ever created was found in Armenia. The age of this discovered leather shoes dates back to 5,500 years ago. The condition, style and craftmanship shocked the archeologist world. Several stylist believe that several designs that’s prevalent in Europe might have originated from Armenia. This eludes to the quality of craftmanship and technique employed by these generational artisans who have been in this industry at least 450 years as per the family trail. We are extremely proud to partner with these artisans who are able to perfect the product using cactus leather using their uncompromising handcraft technique to match the traditional leather products. Unfortunately, due to several geo-political circumstances these artisans are in the verge of extinction, we wanted to resurrect this group of artisans who are underprivileged and revive the history with a noble product. We want all our customers to feel similar pride behind owning the product created by these historic artisans.

5,500 years old shoe (type of moccasin) discovered in Armenia
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ABOUT CACTUS INNOVATIVE LEATHER

Our soft-in-touch Cactus leather is very unique. After long research we came out with great results to handcraft our sustainable, eco-fashion products. Our leather offers organic, cruelty free, sustainable alternatives, without any toxic chemicals, phthalates and PVC. The material gives a very soft and round feel due to the natural collagen in the substance.