This leather is treated with river stones to naturally temper the hide, a process that allows us to obtain a highly luxuriant and resistant leather that at the same time is extremely soft to the touch and flexible for walking. If you examine the leather closely, you can appreciate its grain or irregular texture - proof that it has been treated completely naturally. These shoes are comfortable, lightweight and versatile, making them ideal for embarking on any kind of journey.

Using 100% natural rubber insoles is a key factor in achieving shoe flexibility and durability. Natural rubber bends easily and absorbs impact, but completely recovers its shape and thickness and is more durable than synthetic materials. This results in comfortable, resistant and extremely long-lasting soles. Also, once natural rubber is discarded it degrades much more rapidly than synthetic materials. Nature always assimilates more easily what she originally created.

Our comfort lasts have an angled outline that adapts to the natural shape of the foot. By studying the foot's anatomical configuration, we created lasts that will replicate our physical contours. The models that incorporate this ergonomic shape do not compress, either while walking or in repose, making them incredibly comfortable; and in this case comfort equals health.

The latest technology in breathable materials - Our insoles utilize a recycled carbon compound that optimises the relationship between shock-absorption and breathability. The result is a level of performance that is superior to that of other materials. Some models also incorporate an anti-bacterial finish to provide optimum foot hygiene.

These anatomically-designed insoles are made from recycled cork. Their shape is simple yet extremely important: they fit the contours of the foot like a glove. The distribution of weight over the sole of the foot while walking is thus optimal, with the insoles absorbing impacts and preventing damage to sensitive areas. In other words, every footstep is a pleasure!

The insole is based on polyurethane, which provides improved comfort. It is the perfect material to maintain foot hygiene. The insoles also include ‘active carbon'; they are ‘anti-bacterial', ‘anti-static', and breathable, to provide greater absorption of sweat.

El Naturalista brings together the latest technologies with shoemaking traditions by using a special hand-stitching technique to produce some of its models. This technique, inspired by traditional shoemaking methods, makes it possible to use a thicker thread, which results in a sturdy shoe with an unmistakable artisan's finish.