MoEa
MoEa is a French sneaker brand founded by Achille Gazagnes that makes vegan, plant-based shoes. Its uppers use materials made from corn, cactus, pineapple, apple and grape waste, and the shoes are handmade in Portugal.
| Country | France |
|---|---|
| Founder | Achille Gazagnes |
| Production | Handmade in Portugal |
| Materials | Plant-based leathers from food waste |
| Website | moea.io |
What is MoEa?
MoEa is a French footwear brand making plant-based, low-carbon sneakers. It was founded by Achille Gazagnes, who leads the company as CEO, and its stated mission is to craft innovative footwear through circular practices.
Products and positioning
The brand positions itself against fast fashion and focuses on materials. Its uppers combine plant-based leathers with organic cotton, bio-based PU or recycled plastic:
- Cactus and corn leather from discarded plant skins
- Pineapple leather from leaves
- Apple and grape leather from juice-industry waste
- Mushroom, orange, coconut and palm-based materials in later models
Linings use recycled bamboo, soles contain recycled rubber and insoles use recycled wood fibre. The shoes are handmade in Portugal. Models include Origin, Origin Low, Flow, Dune and Echo, alongside laces, socks and a cleaning kit.
Distribution
MoEa sells through its own online shop in euros and in English, French and German, and through outdoor and lifestyle retailers. It offers a repair service and a take-back programme for worn shoes.
Why it matters
MoEa is a reference case for alternative leathers in sneakers, testing several fruit and plant materials within a single product range.
Frequently asked questions
Where is MoEa from?
MoEa is a French sneaker brand whose shoes are handmade in Portugal.
What are MoEa sneakers made of?
They use plant-based leathers made from materials such as corn, cactus, pineapple, apple and grape waste.