France
Virón | Certified B Corp is a Paris-based vegan slow-fashion footwear startup, founded in 2020. The company's mission is encapsulated by its slogan: "Vegan shoes. Designed in Paris. Made in Portugal." Virón is dedicated to sustainability, using recycled, upcycled, and bio-based materials to create eco-friendly footwear.
Every material in Virón's production process is sourced within the EU, and manufacturing is carried out in a family-owned factory in Portugal under ethical conditions, ensuring liveable wages for all workers. The company stands out with rigorous eco-innovative strategies, such as producing shoes with up to 100% recycled materials and soles containing as much as 70% recycled rubber.
Unlike many startups in the Consumer Goods and Fashion industries, Virón's approach is rooted in ethical and environmental responsibility. With no external investments as of yet, this PETA-certified company offers significant potential for impact-driven investors aiming to support a brand committed to people, animals, and the planet.
