
Veja
Volley Black Leather Sneakers Women
This is the VEJA Volley, a low-top women's sneaker inspired by 1970s volleyball shoes, designed for casual everyday wear. It features a leather upper with suede overlays, tanned locally using a low-water process, a soft recycled polyester lining, organic cotton laces, and a removable footbed made from Amazonian rubber and bio-sourced sugar cane EVA. The outer sole combines synthetic rubber, Amazonian rubber, and silica for enhanced durability, and the shoe is made in Brazil (model VO2020510).
- Color
- Black
- Material
- Suede, recycled polyester, organic cotton, Amazonian rubber, EVA, synthetic rubber, silica
- Gender
- female
- Style
- casual, vintage
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
70s-inspired sustainable sneakers with suede upper, recycled polyester lining, and eco-friendly rubber sole
Suede upper with low-water tanning, recycled polyester lining, organic cotton laces, removable footbed with Amazonian rubber and bio-sourced EVA, rubber outsole with silica reinforcement
- Color
- Black · black
- Material
- Suede, recycled polyester, organic cotton, Amazonian rubber, EVA, synthetic rubber, silica
- Secondary
- recycled-polyester, organic-cotton, rubber
- Style
- casual, vintage
- Occasion
- everyday, casual
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- 70s-inspired volleyball shoe design
- Suede upper tanned locally with a low-water process
- Soft recycled polyester fabric lining
- Organic cotton laces
- Removable fabric-covered foam footbed made of Amazonian rubber and bio-sourced sugar cane EVA
- Outer sole made from synthetic rubber, Amazonian rubber and silica for increased strength and durability
- Made in Brazil
- French brand VEJA
- Sustainable material sourcing
- Low-water tanning process
Product Insights
The Veja Volley is a low-to-ground, firm-cushioned court sneaker faithfully re-creating 1970s Brazilian volleyball shoes through reverse-engineering by non-shoe founders, weighing 12.6 oz with a 10.9 mm forefoot stack and 7.6 mm drop that require no break-in, yet trade off cushioning (score 42/100) and stability for natural movement and a medium toebox wider than the Samba OG; its premium price (CAD 195) compensates for ethical Amazonian rubber sourcing and a silica-reinforced outsole providing good wet grip, while the suede upper darkens within 18 months and the removable footbed allows orthotic swaps, overall offering a quieter, heritage-alternative with decent durability (71/100) for slim-fit styling.
Verified claims
- Design heritage
- Silhouette and broguing directly borrow from 1970s Brazilian volleyball footwear.
- Design origin
- Reverse-engineered by founders with no shoe background and launched at Palais de Tokyo in 2005.
- Fit
- 12.6 oz weight and low 10.9 mm forefoot stack evoke 1970s court shoes, yet no break-in needed.
- Sizing
- True to size for whole sizes; half sizes size up.
- Toebox width
- Volley's medium toebox is wider than the adidas Samba OG's narrow toebox.
- Ride
- Low ground feel and flexible construction with a 7.6 mm drop.
- Cushioning
- Lab-measured cushioning score 42/100 with an 18.5mm heel and 10.9mm forefoot stack for a firm, low-to-ground feel with 7.6mm drop.
- Stability
- Stability score 39/100 indicates a deliberately flexible build for natural foot movement.
- Durability
- Silica-reinforced outsole provides good wet grip; durability rated 71/100 with decent outsole wear for eco balance.
- Weight
- At 12.6 oz (356g) per shoe, about 6% heavier than the Samba OG due to robust materials.
- Build
- Weighs 12.6 oz, decent outsole durability, good wet grip from silica-reinforced rubber.
- Positioning
- Understated court shoe with ethical materials and 1970s heritage, at a premium price.
- Styling
- Best with slim-fit or straight-leg denim and chinos for a smart-casual look.
- Design identity
- A quieter, heritage-volleyball alternative to the Samba OG, using traceable eco materials.
- Care and aging
- Buyers report suede darkens within 18 months; care requires a protector spray and brushing.
- Sourcing
- Outer sole contains Amazonian rubber sourced from Acre using deforestation-free methods.
- Price premium
- At CAD 195, carries a £20–35 premium over comparable retro court shoes.
- Upper aging
- Suede upper develops a matted, darkened patina within 18 months.
- Wet traction
- Silica-reinforced outsole provides reliable grip on wet sidewalks and light rain.
- Break-in
- No break-in period required — flexible construction adapts instantly.
- Footbed
- Removable footbed can be swapped for custom orthotics immediately.
- Orthotic integration
- Forefoot stack 10.9 mm; orthotic replaces built-in cushioning and support.
Product record
- Title
- Volley Black Leather Sneakers Women
- Brand
- Veja
- Price
- 195 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Lateral side view of a low-top black leather sneaker with contrasting off-white 'V' logo, black laces, suede toe overlay, and a gum rubber sole.
- Overall geometryLow-top sneaker shown in strict lateral profile resting on its sole, toe pointing right and heel left.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.46 · w 0.88 · h 0.34 (high) - Upper materialSmooth black leather main upper with visible natural grain and a matte finish.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.52 · w 0.63 · h 0.20 (high) - Toe overlayBlack suede overlay at the toe with a slightly textured nap, stitched to the leather upper.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.58 · w 0.19 · h 0.13 (high) - V logo appliqueContrasting off-white V-shaped logo applique stitched onto the lateral side near midfoot.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.56 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high) - Lacing and eyeletsFlat black fabric laces threaded through stitched eyelet panels; top of tongue visible with padded collar.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Heel counterOff-white heel tab at the rear collar contrasting with the black upper; collar interior appears padded and lined in black fabric.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.50 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Midsole and outsoleGum-colored rubber midsole and outsole with a patterned sidewall texture and a slightly translucent appearance.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.64 · w 0.88 · h 0.16 (high) - Stitching detailsVisible tonal stitching along upper panels and around the V logo and toe overlay; stitches are regular and contrast minimally against the leather.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.50 · w 0.52 · h 0.20 (high) - Small printed or woven tongue labelSmall label present at top of tongue but text and graphics are too small to read at this resolution.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.46 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product image showing the shoe on a light gray background with a soft shadow beneath; centered lateral composition with neutral even lighting.
- Background and stagingEven light gray studio background with no props and a subtle drop shadow directly under the shoe.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionStrict side profile crop with the full visible lateral surface of the shoe centered horizontally and ample empty space above.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffuse lighting producing mild highlights on the leather upper and minimal harsh shadows.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear sharp details and no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
matte black· main upper leather#0D0E0Doff-white· V logo appliqueoff-white· heel tabgum brown· midsole and outsole#937354black· laces and collar lining#0C0D0E- Overall geometryLow-top sneaker shown in strict lateral profile resting on its sole, toe pointing right and heel left.
- 02

Product
Rear and partial lateral view of a low-top black sneaker showing textured gum rubber sole, cream heel tab printed with VEJA, black leather upper with suede heel overlay, and a cream V side logo partially visible.
- Heel tab label“Cream-colored leather heel tab stitched to rear collar with bold black uppercase text 'VEJA' centered on the tab.”
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.49 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high) - Upper materialBlack pebble-grain leather forms the lateral upper panel visible at the rear, with a stitched seam and a darker suede heel overlay at the lower rear.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.40 · w 0.40 · h 0.45 (high) - Side V logoCream-colored V shaped logo patch visible on the lateral side, sewn into the black upper and matching the heel tab color.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.45 · w 0.14 · h 0.24 (high) - Midsole and outsole patternGum-colored rubber midsole with a band of repeated triangular texture around the perimeter and a pebble-textured outsole visible on the inverted shoe.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (medium) - Embossed sole mark“Square recessed mark in the gum outsole with raised text 'VEJA' and a stylized V above the text.”
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.60 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium) - Collar and interior liningPadded low collar with black textile edging and a white textile tongue lining visible inside the shoe opening.
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.39 · w 0.24 · h 0.28 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing two shoes on a light neutral background with soft shadowing; close-up crop focuses on heel and sole details.
- Shot compositionTwo shoes arranged with one shoe inverted to show outsole and the other showing rear lateral side; framing crops forefoot and leaves top margin of image with negative space.
- Background and lightingEven, soft studio lighting on a pale gray backdrop with subtle soft shadow beneath the shoes.
- Image qualitySharp focus on shoe textures and printed text with no visible motion blur.
Colors
black· upper leather#0E0D0Ddark charcoal· heel suede overlay#131315warm cream· heel tab and side V logogum brown· midsole and outsole#BA8D64- Heel tab label“Cream-colored leather heel tab stitched to rear collar with bold black uppercase text 'VEJA' centered on the tab.”
- 03

Product
Top-down view of a pair of low-top black sneakers shown side-by-side, showing uppers, laces, tongue tags, insoles, side V logos, heel tabs, and gum rubber outsoles.
- Overall orientationPair of shoes photographed from directly above, left and right shoes aligned with toes toward the top edge and heels toward the bottom edge of the image.
- Upper materialSmooth black leather panels form the main upper on both shoes, visible on vamp and sidewalls.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.18 · w 0.38 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.18 · w 0.38 · h 0.64 (high) - Toe cap material and finishTextured black suede-like toe cap overlay with visible decorative stitching around the toe area on both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.04 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.04 · w 0.38 · h 0.18 (high) - Lacing and eyeletsBlack flat fabric laces threaded through stitched leather eyelet panels; laces tied in a standard crisscross pattern ending near the tongue.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.48 (high) - Tongue tagRectangular white fabric tongue tag centered at the top of each tongue with dark printed text.
2 regions
x 0.33 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Side V logosCream/beige V-shaped logos applied on the outer side of each shoe, visible as contrasting panels against the black upper.
2 regions
x 0.01 · y 0.34 · w 0.10 · h 0.28 (medium); x 0.89 · y 0.34 · w 0.10 · h 0.28 (medium) - Heel tabCream/beige heel tab visible at the bottom of each shoe with a continued contrast against black collar.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.78 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.78 · w 0.14 · h 0.16 (high) - Midsole and outsoleLight brown gum rubber outsole wrapping around the front edge of each shoe, forming a visible rim between upper and ground.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.00 · w 0.78 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.11 · y 0.92 · w 0.78 · h 0.08 (medium) - Insole logo panelRectangular printed insole graphic showing a stylized V and text inside the heel area of each insole.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.68 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Stitching detailDecorative multi-row stitching visible on vamp and around toe cap area on both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.11 · y 0.06 · w 0.38 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.06 · w 0.38 · h 0.22 (high) - Interior collarBlack padded collar lining visible around each shoe opening with a smooth fabric finish.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Left tongue text“VEJA”
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Right tongue text“VEJA”
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.54 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Insole text“VEJA”
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.72 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadowing under the shoes and even diffuse lighting.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background occupying the full image with no visible props.
- Shadows and lightingSoft, subtle shadows beneath each shoe indicating even overhead diffuse lighting; minimal specular highlights on leather.
- Framing and cropBoth shoes fully visible within frame with small margins on left and right; image centered and symmetrically composed.
Colors
black· upper leather#150C0Bmatte black· toe cap suede#241D1Dcream· side V logo and heel tab#C4C4C4white· tongue tag#C3C3C3gum brown· outsole