Holiday Shoe Drop-off
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Holiday Shoe Drop-off

On November 14, 2015 we partnered with the non-profit charity Yayasan Solemen Indonesia to bring much-needed goods to a small community of scavengers living in Waringan (Sanur), Bali. Indosole distributed rice and 50 pairs of footwear to the community, while Solemen distributed 111 towels and 50 bed sheets donated by the Bali Dynasty Resort. The scavengers and trash pickers (known as pemulung in Indonesian) make a living by collecting plastic bottles to trade in for cash. According to the Waringan residents, 1 kg of plastic yields Rp. 3,000 (approximately $ 0.21). We were moved by the their resilience and sense of community – they get by on very little but their lives are not bleak. There was laughter, and smiles were in abundance. It goes to show that you don't need a lot of physical "things" to be content with life.              There are many communities in Bali that are in need of assistance and donations. To find out how you can help visit the website of Yayasan Solemen Indonesia. To learn more about how Indosole reduces strain on the environment by repurposing tires into the soles of footwear visit Our Story page.
Indo Gift Ideas
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Indo Gift Ideas

We’ve handpicked some of our favorite Indosole products to suit an array of lifestyles! 1. For the Backpacker: Innertubed sandal This sandal is perfect for that friend or family member who heads out of town and into nature at any opportunity. They practically live in hiking boots, but post-hike they need something to wear while hanging around the campsite or exploring near a lake. 2. For the Urban Dweller: Kota hightop 3. For the Market Lover: Indo canvas bag This is the friend who is constantly dragging you to farmers markets, vintage stores, and antiques fairs. This roomy bag with repurposed rice sack lining can be easily wiped down after carrying leaky jars of jam or dusty antique bowls. 4. For the Busy Parent: Kelapa shoe This is the friend or family member who is going from work to a PTA meeting to a basketball game to the grocery store and back again. They would really appreciate something cute and comfy to get from one place to the next. 5. For the Indo Enthusiast: Indo trucker hat  
Holiday pop-up: Ocean Beach Outpost
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Holiday pop-up: Ocean Beach Outpost

You'd never guess that this used to be an old GUESS outlet. The space at Stonestown Galleria in San Francisco has been transformed for the holiday season into the Ocean Beach Outpost, a collaboration between Indosole's Kyle Parsons and Hans Geiszler of Japhy Surf Co. The carefully curated marketplace was built in effort to bring local shopping back to the American mall, and features nearly 30 independent brands under one roof: Amos Goldbaum  |  Bedfellows Roasting Company  |  Bureo  |  Establish  |  Girl Chewing Gum   Hook Fish Co.  |  Indosole  | Japhy Surf Co.  |  LSTN Headphones  |  Mafia Bags  |  Nosotros  |  Pacific Shaving  |  San Franpsycho  |  Stoked Goods  |  Sunskis Sunglasses  |  Tahomemade Attire  |  Urban Barrels  |  Whitney Shelhamer  |  Yellow Leaf Hammocks ...and more! Open for business since November 25th, the Ocean Beach Outpost will be accessible until January 31st so go check it out! It's a great opportunity to find unique gifts made by thoughtful local brands. For more information visit the official FB page here. If you don't live in the area, please make sure to click the links to learn more about these amazing apparel, accessories and home ware brands.
CNN Covers Tire Repurposing
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CNN Covers Tire Repurposing

Indosole was recently included in an article published by CNN about "artists and brands around the world who are finding thrilling ways to take old tires and repurpose them into stunning and stylish new artworks and products." Aside from Indosole, the article features a jewelry designer, a sculptor, and an Australian homeware manufacturer. Click here to read the full article. For more of Indosole in the news, explore our media gallery here.
How We Repurpose Tires
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How We Repurpose Tires

How do you think Indosole turns discarded tires into the soles of footwear? As a certified B Corporation we use a process that's responsible yet promises high quality footwear. You may have seen our production process snapshots on social media - we have several divisions dedicated to working on different parts of our footwear. Scroll down to see some recent snapshots from the tire cutting division. The process of producing Indos doesn't involve any sort of melting down or reforming of the tires - just strong hands and minds at work here!
Advice for Entrepreneurs
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Advice for Entrepreneurs

Starting a business is often a rocky road but a rewarding experience. Kai Paul, Indosole’s Vice President, was recently interviewed by Claudia Eslah for Cause An Effekt, a podcast that features “disruptive entrepreneurs” to empower and educate others on building their businesses. In this interview Kai talks about a range of topics, from how fate brought him to Indosole, the process of designing the first pair of Indos, why money and finances are so important in startups, and how allotting time for play can lead to better work quality. Have a listen to the interview here.

Support the Save the Waves Coalition

We are offering a discount for supporters of the Save the Waves Coalition! Members can enjoy 20% off all Indosole products online or at our flagship store in San Francisco (3830 Noriega Street). So become a sustaining member of Save the Waves and receive a special discount code from us. Another way to show your support is by coming to the Save the Waves Film festival!  The 2015 Save the Waves Film Festival is two stops down but there are still more to go. More info on screening locations and tickets can be found here.

Treasure Island Music Festival

On October 17th and 18th, we return to the 2015 Treasure Island Music festival! This year the festival is hosting over 30 musical acts and a whole crew of comedians to entertain us all day. Join us on Indo Island inside the Festival, along with tons of other vendors, where we'll be set up with sandals, shoes, and the fresh coconuts that the public demands from us! Don't have a ticket yet? For more information including ticket sales go here.

Sunset Happy Hour!

Please join us at the Church of Surf for a special sunset Happy Hour tomorrow 4-9pm. Fresh Oysters by Hustleshuck, Ukulele set by Angela Moyra, Fresh Coconuts and beverages by Calicraft Brewing Company and apparel by San Franpsycho and Nosotros.