Arkestra 2.0 - Fisherman Sandal in Recycled Black Leather

We believe every flat shoe wardrobe should have a fisherman sandal.

The perfect work-event-weekend-hybrid, these sandals give enough coverage to make them everyday appropriate for work type things (and no-time-for-a-pedicure friendly), while the rib cage straps on the upper give them a dramatic dressed-up feeling for events. The '2.0' in the name speaks to the reworking of our S20 version with the introduction of a new 2-piece, super flexible, variegated stacked outsole, combined with a reworking of the strap widths for greater foot coverage and ease of fit on almost every-kind of foot. Innovations developed with your feedback from last years style in mind.

Executed for the first time in our ranges in a Global Recycled Standard (GRS) Recycled Leather Upper, the use of these materials helps us move closer to our brands sustainability targets to use recycled materials on at least 50% of our styles by the end of FY22, with the goal to using fully recycled materials by December 2023.

This style is running true to size in both length and width! You can check out our size guide here.

Leather upper, leather lining this style has been designed to be intentionally exaggerated in the length to ensure that the full foot sits deep in the innersole around the lip of the sole edge. They have been designed so your heel should be fully cupped by the moulded sole edge which is both better for comfort and your foot health. 

RECYCLED LEATHER UPPER 
Made from Global Recycled Standard (GSR) recycled leather, which means elements that would usually be treated as waste in the production of leather shoes, such as scraps and cut-offs, are pulped and reconstituted into production again. The blending of these materials with other recycled fabrics and yarns stabilises the leather and means less waste in the production process. The handle on this leather remains supple and lightly textured and features a gentle shine. Also lined in leather for ultimate durability and breathability in wear. Finished with exaggerated branded 'R.Yes' silver buckle detail and black stitch at the sole edge for a worked artisanal finish to the silhouette.

Leather Upper / Leather Lining / EVA Outsole

Made responsibly in China in small batch quantities by one of our boutique manufacturing partners, read more here.

The classic fisherman sandal is a very playful, yet practical, take for evenings, weddings and events that you can wear with a statement black dress and feel both comfortable and considered in. But don't fret, you can still get dressed up for your everyday activities and have these fabulous shoes to ground your outfit. So think bold mustard, mango and navy up top for work type mens-inspired silhouettes like chinos and pin tuck leg pants. Or you can make it more floaty and ethereal with tea slip dresses in silk and cotton. There is an elegance that we like to play up with this upper and it will be our go-to shoe for heading out this summer.

Leather is a wonderful material, breathable, durable and beautiful. But without a bit of love it can dry out and deteriorate.

For optimum care, we recommend and sell "Waproo Waterproofer" to protect them from unexpected showers. We recommend spraying monthly on the Full Moon and can send you a reminder if you sign up to our newsletter here.

Polish your leather shoes around once a month and clean when necessary with a leather conditioner and soft rag to remove any dirt accumulated on your travels.

For extra special treatment, polishing can help renew shoes that have developed scratches or other signs of regular wear. Wax and cream polishes available from a local shoe repairer will breath new life into your beloved toe tappers. Once your newly polished shoes have dried you can re-apply a waterproof spray for extra protection. 

Click here to see our care instructions for more details.