AlpaKnit Lace-Up
AlpaKnit Slip-On
ESG
Seven commitments.
All of them verifiable.
ESG
Seven commitments.
All of them verifiable.
Shoes designed for people and planet
Walking lighter on the planet
Most brands file an ESG report once a year. At Juntos, it's the operating system. Seven areas. Verité labor audited. Planet→FWD carbon tracked. B Corp certified. Everything open — including the ranch, if you want to visit.
Returns reimagined. Students emopwered
Juntos turns its fulfillment cycle into a giving cycle. Returns and exchanges - are donated as school supply backpacks to students in need through StyleSaves.org. We also dedicate a portion of annual revenues to student empowerment. We work with Pencils of Promise on school builds, teach training, and water and sanitation projects in underserved communities.
We hired Verité. They audit everyone.
The integrity of our product depends on the integrity of the entire sourcing and manufacturing process. That's why we have partnered with Verité to help us choose responsible partners throughout our supply chain. They ensure that our partners pay fair wages, provide safe working conditions, and respect labor laws and regulations.
Nearly 100% renewable. The rest is recycled.
Nearly 100% of the materials in our products come from renewable sources, including alpaca wool, coconut, sugarcane, and banana trees. Our banana-based materials are sourced from farms backed by Global G.A.P. and Rainforest Alliance certifications, ensuring responsible agricultural practices, environmental care, and worker welfare. The small amount of plastic we use comes from recycled sources, and we are continually working to eliminate petroleum-based materials.
4,400 acres. 3% farmed. 97% protected páramo.
Whenever possible, we partner with suppliers who are preserving and restoring healthy natural ecosystems. For example, our alpaca wool partners actively use just 3% of the 4,400 acres (1,800 hectares) on their mountain hacienda, high in the Andes of Ecuador. On that 3% of land use, the alpacas are beneficial: their soft feet don't destroy vegetation and cause erosion the way hoofed livestock do, and their droppings fertilize the soil.
Tracked by PLANET→FWD. Every pair measured.
We have partnered with PLANET→FWD to measure and manage our carbon footprint, water usage, and land usage. Their cutting-edge models and analytics allow us to understand the true environmental impact of our products. With their help, we’re committed to taking every step possible to minimize our footprint on the planet.
One ranch. One supplier.
To eliminate the risk of animal mistreatment in our supply chain, we have committed to sourcing our alpaca wool from just one trusted partner. We know they share our values and treat their animals well, providing excellent care, nutrition, and quality of life at all times.
Every decision traces back. Here's the proof.
We call it open retail. If we can never hide anything, we'll never be tempted to make choices worth hiding. Our supply chain is documented. Our partners are named. And if you want to see where the alpaca comes from, Stuart White's hacienda at the Mazar Wildlife Reserve is open to visitors. We'll point you there.
Minority and woman-owned. Built in, not bolted on.
The diversity of our leadership team is multi-dimensional, spanning a wide variety of ages, nationalities, ethnicities, and educational backgrounds. Each member of the team brings a perspective to the table, enabling us to maximize our creativity. We’re also a minority- and woman-owned business, committed to helping marginalized groups claim a seat at the table in the retail industry.
Respect. Fairness. Openness. Every decision.
We’re citizens of a diverse world, and we seek to actively engage with people of all backgrounds. A few simple values help us do that: respect, thoughtfulness, fairness, and collaboration. These values guide how we choose to do business every day.
The shoe is the proof of concept.
