The ROMBAUT Manifesto
ROMBAUT is not just a brand, it is a movement towards a utopic future.
We are dedicated to creating future-proof products that reflect our values of environmental guardianship, ethical responsibility, and innovation.
We can always make a difference.
Together.
Vision
ROMBAUT envisions a world where design harmonizes with nature, fostering a sustainable future that respects the planet and everyone on it.
Our mission is to lead the fashion industry into a more eco-conscious and ethically responsible direction, ensuring that every step we take contributes to a healthier, more livable world.
Our Pillars
1. Environmental Guardianship
Sustainable Materials: We commit to using innovative, long-lasting, sustainable materials, such as plant-based leathers, recycled fibers, and biodegradable components, reducing our reliance on non-renewable resources.
Eco-Friendly Processes: Our production processes prioritize minimal environmental impact. We continually seek to improve our manufacturing techniques to eliminate harmful chemicals and reduce water usage, energy consumption, and waste.
RECYCLED RUBBER
70% recycled rubber soles. Outsole with devulcanized rubber that transforms rubber waste into qualitative raw material. Outsole supplier receives rubber waste, and recycles it through devulcanization to then integrate it in the production of our recycled rubber outsoles by only adding 30% of virgin rubber.
RISE BY BLOOM FOAM
Rise by Bloom is an algae-blended resin containing a significant amount of algae biomass and bio-based additives. ‘Rise’ has a renewable carbon content of at least 45%, offsetting a significant portion of carbon compared to traditional EVA foams required for footwear outsoles.
2. Veganism
Since our inception in 2013, we have made it clear that Rombaut is a 100% vegan brand. We oppose harmful actions on the Earth and its inhabitants. This means standing against animal exploitation and using them for human greed. This is why we wish to inspire our community to take on vegan diets as they limit the damage done to animals and the environment as a whole.
CORN OIL LEATHER
From corn plan, glucose is extracted, fermented, and polymerized into fine granules; it is then mixed with PES fibers and microfibers, then, it is pressed to result in a sheet of corn leather and finally it gets a protective coat.
BAMBOO-BASED LEATHER
A new development in PU fabric that uses 38% of bamboo fibers.
3. Ethical Responsibility
Fair Labor Practices: We ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and respect for workers' rights throughout our Portuguese and Chinese factories and all across our supply chain. We partner only with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical and sustainable labor practices.
Transparency: We believe in full transparency regarding our supply chain, material sourcing, and production practices. Our customers have the right to know the origins and journey of their products.
VINYL TECNO
A material blend that contains 45% of Bio-based mass content mixed with recycled PL.
ECO PATENT RECYCLED
Upper composition out of 52% Recycled PL and 48% PU. Certified with the Global Recycled Standard.
4. Circular Economy
Product Longevity: ROMBAUT designs durable, timeless pieces that transcend seasonal trends,
encouraging consumers to buy less and wear longer.
Zero Waste: Striving towards zero waste, we optimize our design and production processes to
minimize offcuts and repurpose any leftover materials.
ECONYL®️ REGENERATED NYLON
ECONYL®️ is 100% regenerated nylon fiber from fishnets and other nylon waste. ECONYL®️ fiber is made of pre and post-consumer waste.
ECOVERO®️ REGENERATED COTTON / LENZING
Upper composition out of 70% Recycled Cotton and 30% Lenzing (Ecovero®️). Derived from certified sustainable wood and pulp. Results in up to 50% less water impact and CO2 emissions than other canvas materials.
5. Commitment to Innovation
Product Longevity: ROMBAUT designs durable, timeless pieces that transcend seasonal trends, encouraging consumers to buy less and wear longer.
Zero Waste: Striving towards zero waste, we optimize our design and production processes to minimize offcuts and repurpose any leftover materials.
APPLE LEATHER
Using the cores and skins discarded by the industrial food industry, apples are puréed, spread on a solid sheet and dehydrated until almost all of the moisture has been removed. This purée turns into a flexible, leathery sheet that is then combined with Polyurethane to create vegan leather. The material contains 60% PU and 40% apple waste.
RECYCLED COTTON MONOGRAM
100% recycled cotton.
6. Continuous Improvement
Sustainability is an ongoing journey. We invite our customers, partners, and the broader fashion community to join us on this journey towards sustainability. Together, we can redefine the landscape, making it more respectful of our planet and its inhabitants. Your choices matter. You don’t need new shoes. But if you really need some, you should get ours.
We pledge to regularly review and update our practices, setting progressively ambitious goals to ensure that we remain at the forefront of sustainable fashion. We encourage having hard conversations. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that we will always strive to do better for the environment and society.
ORGANIC GOTS CERTIFIED COTTON
95% GOTS CERTIFIED COTTON + 5% EA. Trintex certified.