Ferker vegetable tanned leather sandals from TOMY collection captured HANSEN's attention due to the ferker concept unmistakeable from any other footwear. The sandals are significant with its rubber sole, 100% vegetable tanned leather creating ivory middle sole or black middle sole and arch support and finishing off the design with leather upper arch with adjustable straps with brass buckles.Each custom sandals from Ferker are noticeable for customisable elements, such as exchanging the copper brass buckles for silver buckle that might be more suitable for warm weather outfits. Ferker branding is another unique essence of the company. If you're looking for an inspiration for modern style and rare appearance, Ferker Instagram overflows with collaborations and influencers from all over the world paying respect and admiration to this young and ambitious brand. Their recent collaboration with Mullow, korean based studio, has been significant because of the values these two brands share as well as due to a young vision and different approach to design. Both studios are part of the wave of young designers from Korea who are conquering the fashion world. Ferker brand has originally made its name with sneaker production. Their sneaker collections made impact through collaborations with giants such as Nike or Converse Allstars. Ferker has an original perspective on what is possible with footwear and where they can take it if they don't fear creativity and outstanding designs. These value they also transformed into their hand made high quality leather sandals, and that's why they were able to make an impact on the market. Moreover, Ferker cleverly followed trends, and nowadays when everyone keeps nature in mind, they focused their primary production on vegetable leather sandals, finding alternative solution that would support their unique vision.
Ferker sandals conquering Scandinavia
Ferker is one of those brands that was destined to get on Scandinavian market due to its originality and vision, and it's no surprise that HANSEN has been the one brand bringing this amazing korean footwear to Copenhagen. Ferker is special thanks to its versatility and durability, so it can withstand any weather, even unpredictable Scandinavian showers, and goes with any style. Scandinavian fashion is known for simplicity and being functional and fashionable at the same time. So purchasing footwear that will perfectly match these parameters is a must. They took their production a step further and even though their footwear is stunning, not everyone has to like it. So Ferker guarantees an option for more demanding customers and can fit a pair of hand made custom sandals. But Ferker stays true to its style and so even custom made, their significant leather middle sole and brass buckle leather upper are feature on all of Ferker sandals.
Entering scandinavian market is not an easy task. Scandinavians have their value they put above all and on top of that they treasure the nature like nothing else. Their special respect for the environment is transformed into every aspect of their lives, including fashion. And so, entering this competitive market is a challenge, but for brands like Ferker surely manageable. Ferker shares most of the values Scandinavians hold dear. Ferker brand respects nature, which their products are proof of. They use vegetable tanned leather as a statement that fashion does not have to harm any living creatures to be trendy. On the contrary, progressive fashion isn't just about looking good, it's about keeping in mind how big footprint is the industry leaving behind. Nowadays, classy outfit is the one that didn't destroy more than ir created.
Frequently asked questions about Ferker
What is vegetable tanned leather that Ferker is using for their vegetable leather sandals?
Vegetable tanned leather might not be what most people imagine under this expression. It is not made of plants instead of using animal leather, unfortunately. However, it's still an environmental-friendly method we are talking about.Tanning is a method of leather processing, when the leather is given the final touches. There is more than one way to do so, from chrome tanning that is one of the most common methods used nowadays, because it's cheap and fast. Nonetheless, Ferker is using vegetable tanning, a method that takes up to several weeks, but the results are worth it. The leather that has been finished off with this method is much more durable and final design is outstanding. The leather ages beautifully with patina, gaining that old school look.Vegetable tanned leather refers to tanning of leather using only natural materials such as tree bark. It's a natural eco-friendly process and it's one of the oldest methods of tanning known to man. Only 10% of leather worldwide is tanned this way.
How does Ferker sandals fit into Korean culture?
One of the most well-known Korean customs is taking your shoes off before entering home. Doing otherwise is a sign of great disrespect. So arming yourself with footwear as sandals will some handy while traveling Asian countries. Except this tradition, Korea belongs to countries with warm weather climate, even though it may seem otherwise. So Ferker sandals became very popular fairly fast also due to the thoughtful thinking of the founders who fitted the market perfectly.
