What is the origin of havaianas?

Havaianas is a Brazilian brand founded in 1962.

It was inspired by the traditional Japanese Zori sandal, replacing the straw sole with a durable and flexible rubber sole, creating the modern flip-flop as we know it today.

Since then, havaianas has become a global icon, present in more than 100 countries and known for its colourful, summery designs and its signature rice-grain textured sole.