Havaianas - History

"The Zori (a Japanese style sandal) was the inspiration for the creation of the Havaianas sandal in 1962. The name Havaianas (pronounced ah-vai-YAH-nas), Portuguese for Hawaiians, was a tribute to America’s glamorous holiday destination.

The addictive nature of these thongs is primarily due to a 42-year old secret rubber formula, which makes them butter-soft, bouncy, flexible and durable.

The idea for the new sandal was so simple that its success spread like wild-fire. In less than a year, São Paulo Alpargatas was making five pairs of Havaianas every second; which adds up to 125 million pairs per year.

In Brazil, Havaianas are beloved and worn by all personalities from the average citizen to dignataries and celebrities. Since being introduced to the United States in 2002, Havaianas have created an unprecedented cult following. Now referred to as the “best rubber sandal in the world,” Havaianas can be seen gracing the pages of the hottest fashion and sport magazines, strutting down the runways at New York Fashion Week and featured at red carpet events. The most fashionable people in the world, top athletes, rock stars and celebrities demand the butter-soft comfort of these magnificently diverse thongs.

Australia with its awesome climate is a second home for Havaianas and Globalize believe's they truly belong here, they really are now part of the family.

Globalize recognizes Havaianas for exactly what they are and that is why we to our customers the best range of Havaianas in Australia"

Havaianas that are available instore or to buy online...

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