revive to survive
Be kind to planet earth, revive your vellies.
REVIVE TO SURVIVE ’s goal is to minimize and reduce the environmental impact our brand has on the planet by reviving your vellies and extending their life cycle. Our mission is to move towards a more sustainable supply chain, and eventually have a 100% sustainable brand. Going against the industry standard of fast fashion, we believe in quality products and the three R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle). We have other super exciting projects on the way closing our product supply chain cycle loop and it involves upcycling!
The fashion industry is one of the biggest contributors of the earths pollution, it is right up there with fuel and agriculture, scary right? The industry is polluting our skies, water and soil through unsustainable and irresponsible manufacturing along with the disposal of billions of garments and other toxic chemicals and materials each year. Due to fast fashion trends, the industry drives manufacturers to only focus on efficiency and mass production and not consider the wellbeing, livelihood and survival of future generations.
Here are 4 facts about sustainable fashion to think about if you care about the planet:
• The fashion industry accounts for 8% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions, this makes it the 3rd most polluting industry on the planet.
• The fashion industry produces around 1.2 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide per year— that is more than both international airlines and maritime shipping combined.
• Less than 1% of fashion materials are recycled into new clothing at the end of their life cycle.
The Revive Process
- Choose if you require a full revive.
- Add the service to your cart and fill in the form.
- Make payment.
- Kindly send your repair to 69 Thomas Edison street, Menlo Park 0081 / Postnet Menlo Park 0081 – Please add a note to parcel with your contact detail and what you’d like to have repaired on the shoe. We politely ask that you bring clean shoes (dirty shoes will be sent back).
- Our cobblers will do their magic and revive your vellies.
- Your vellies will be courier back to you, or you will be notified that your shoes are ready for collection.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE:
Resole only
New outer sole only
Full Revive
New outer soleStitching
Glue
Inner sole
New laces
Receive a free leather cream!
WHEN DO MY VELLIES QUALIFY FOR A FULL REVIVE:
Cost of R300.00 per RESOLE.
- First resole is free, subsequent resoles cost R300.00 each.
- Sole must be worn out at least
70% showing a smooth texture. - Inner board should be in perfect condition without any damage.
- Stitch down must be in good condition.
Note: Torn leather cannot be fixed.
Cost of R680.00 per revive.
- Inner board must be damaged, cracked, or torn.
- Stitch-down has come undone.
- Outer sole is worn out and has reached the inner board, causing it to stick out.
- If the leather is torn at the stitch down area the vellie can’t be revived.
Note: Torn leather cannot be fixed.
revive to survive
Be kind to planet earth, revive your vellies.
REVIVE TO SURVIVE’s goal is to minimize and reduce the environmental impact our brand has on the planet by reviving your vellies and extending their life cycle. Our mission is to move towards a more sustainable supply chain, and eventually have a 100% sustainable brand. Going against the industry standard of fast fashion, we believe in quality products and the three R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle). We have other super exciting projects on the way closing our product supply chain cycle loop and it involves upcycling!
The fashion industry is one of the biggest contributors of the earths pollution, it is right up there with fuel and agriculture, scary right? The industry is polluting our skies, water and soil through unsustainable and irresponsible manufacturing along with the disposal of billions of garments and other toxic chemicals and materials each year. Due to fast fashion trends, the industry drives manufacturers to only focus on efficiency and mass production and not consider the wellbeing, livelihood and survival of future generations.
The Revive Process
- Choose if you want to full revive.
- Add the service to your cart and fill in the form.
- Make payment.
- Kindly send your repair to 69 Thomas Edison street, Menlo Park 0081 / Postnet Menlo Park 0081 – Please add a note to parcel with your contact detail and what you’d like to have repaired on the shoe. We politely ask that you bring clean shoes (dirty shoes will be sent back).
- Our cobblers will do their magic and revive your vellies.
- Your vellies will be courier back to you, or you will be notified that your shoes are ready for collection.
Clean & Care instructions for your Sapmok vellies
Caring for your vellies could extend the need to be replaced and delay the need to be revived. See our care instructions below:
- Remove any dust with a damp cloth.
- Mix 1 part mild soap – such as a facial soap, dishwashing liquid or very mild clothes detergent – with 8 parts lukewarm water.
- Pour a bit of the solution onto a sturdy cloth or sponge, preferably a microfibre cloth. Never put the mix directly onto the leather as this could cause over- saturation.
- Gently wipe the stain.
- Once the stain has dissolved, leave the shoes to dry naturally, away from direct sunlight.
- After drying, we recommend to spray the leather with leather sealant to prevent further stains. This product is oil and water repellant.
- Use the Sapmok leather cream to soften leather when it is old, hard and stiff. Keep in mind that any leather cream will darken the colour of the leather.
RESOLE ONLY
Outer resole only.
Full revive
A Full Revive includes a new outer sole, stitching, glue, inner sole, laces, and a leather cream!
A resole includes the a new outer sole only.
When does my vellies qualify for a full revive:
RESOLE ONLY
- First resole is free, subsequent resoles cost R300.00 each.
- Sole must be worn out at least
70% showing a smooth texture. - Inner board should be in perfect condition without any damage.
- Stitch down must be in good condition.
Note: Torn leather cannot be fixed.
FULL REVIVE
- Cost of R680.00 per revive.
- Inner board must be damaged, cracked, or torn.
- Stitch-down has come undone.
- Outer sole is worn out and has reached the inner board, causing it to stick out.
- If the leather is torn at the stitch down area the vellie can’t be revived.
Note: Torn leather cannot be fixed.
Clean & Care instructions for your Sapmok vellies
Caring for your vellies could extend the need to be replaced and delay the need to be revived. See our care instructions below:
- Remove any dust with a damp cloth.
- Mix 1 part mild soap – such as a facial soap, dishwashing liquid or very mild clothes detergent – with 8 parts lukewarm water.
- Pour a bit of the solution onto a sturdy cloth or sponge, preferably a microfibre cloth. Never put the mix directly onto the leather as this could cause over- saturation.
- Gently wipe the stain.
- Once the stain has dissolved, leave the shoes to dry naturally, away from direct sunlight.
- After drying, we recommend to spray the leather with leather sealant to prevent further stains. This product is oil and water repellant.
- Use the Sapmok leather cream to soften leather when it is old, hard and stiff. Keep in mind that any leather cream will darken the colour of the leather.
Terms and conditions
Resole Qualify: This term refers to the conditions under which a pair of vellies (shoes) can be resoled. The first resole is provided free of charge, but subsequent resoles will cost R300.00 each.
The conditions for a resole qualification are as follows:
1. The sole of the vellies must be worn out at least 70%, indicating significant use.
2. The inner board, which is the structural component inside the shoe, should be in perfect condition and not showing any signs of wear and tear or damage.
3 The texture of the sole should be worn out between 70 to 80%.
If the vellies meet these criteria, they are eligible for resoling, and the customer will be charged R300.00 for each subsequent resole.
Full Revive: This term refers to a more extensive restoration service for vellies. The cost for a full revive is R680.00.
The conditions for a full revive are as follows:
1.The inner board of the vellies is damaged, cracked, or torn.
2. The stitch-down, which refers to the stitching that attaches the upper part of the shoe to the sole, has come undone.
3. The outer sole is worn out and has reached the inner board, causing it to stick out.
In these cases, a full revive is required to restore the vellies to a usable condition.
Important notice: If the leather of the vellies is torn where the stitch down is, it cannot be revived.
It’s important to look after your vellies for the following reasons:
1.Regular Cleaning: Leather can harbor dirt, grime, and bacteria if not properly cleaned. Regular cleaning and maintenance help remove accumulated dirt, sweat, and odors, contributing to better hygiene.
2.Durability: Proper care and maintenance can significantly extend the lifespan of leather products.
Regular cleaning, conditioning, and protection help prevent cracking, drying, and other forms of damage, ensuring that your leather items last longer.3.Sustainability: Caring for your leather vellies promotes sustainability by reducing the need for frequent replacements. By extending the life of your leather goods, you minimize waste and the environmental impact associated with the production and disposal of new items.
Overall, looking after your leather not only preserves its aesthetic appeal and durability but also protects your investment, enhances comfort, maintains hygiene, and contributes to sustainable practices.
Terms and conditions
Resole Qualify: This term refers to the conditions under which a pair of vellies (shoes) can be resoled. The first resole is provided free of charge, but subsequent resoles will cost R300.00 each.
The conditions for a resole qualification are as follows:
1. The sole of the vellies must be worn out at least 70%, indicating significant use.
2. The inner board, which is the structural component inside the shoe, should be in perfect condition and not showing any signs of wear and tear or damage.
3 The texture of the sole should be worn out between 70 to 80%.
If the vellies meet these criteria, they are eligible for resoling, and the customer will be charged R300.00 for each subsequent resole.
Full Revive: This term refers to a more extensive restoration service for vellies. The cost for a full revive is R680.00.
The conditions for a full revive are as follows:
1.The inner board of the vellies is damaged, cracked, or torn.
2. The stitch-down, which refers to the stitching that attaches the upper part of the shoe to the sole, has come undone.
3. The outer sole is worn out and has reached the inner board, causing it to stick out.
In these cases, a full revive is required to restore the vellies to a usable condition.
Important notice: If the leather of the vellies is torn where the stitch down is, it cannot be revived.
It’s important to look after your vellies for the following reasons:
1.Regular Cleaning: Leather can harbor dirt, grime, and bacteria if not properly cleaned. Regular cleaning and maintenance help remove accumulated dirt, sweat, and odors, contributing to better hygiene.
2.Durability: Proper care and maintenance can significantly extend the lifespan of leather products.
Regular cleaning, conditioning, and protection help prevent cracking, drying, and other forms of damage, ensuring that your leather items last longer.3.Sustainability: Caring for your leather vellies promotes sustainability by reducing the need for frequent replacements. By extending the life of your leather goods, you minimize waste and the environmental impact associated with the production and disposal of new items.
Overall, looking after your leather not only preserves its aesthetic appeal and durability but also protects your investment, enhances comfort, maintains hygiene, and contributes to sustainable practices.
