Long before Western sailors dipped a finger in that ocean, Polynesians had explored the entire Pacific on great voyaging canoes built in traditional yet sophisticated techniques. A nod to native exploration and craftsmanship, the rich, premium full-grain leather Mea Ola features canoe lash whipstitching and octopus-inspired laser-etched artwork—a super comfortable sandal with design inspired by age-old tradition.
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