Avarca Pons

y with dedicated collections such as the UAE celebrity collection and sustainable, vegan options, maintaining a strong commitment to ethical production and longevity. Avarca Pons sandals are recognized by the official "Product of Menorca" seal, ensuring authenticity and quality. The brand is also represented globally through partnerships and exclusive labels like Avarcas USA, which promote the sandals in markets such as the United States and Australia.

Philosophy

Avarca Pons emphasizes authentic artisanal craftsmanship, sustainability, and longevity. The brand is dedicated to preserving traditional Menorcan shoemaking techniques while innovating with high-quality, ethically sourced materials. It values comfort, durability, and style, offering both leather and pioneering vegan options to meet diverse customer needs. The brand also focuses on protecting the cultural heritage of Menorca through official quality seals and supporting local artisans.

Sustainability

Handcrafted: True Local materials: 100% sourced in Spain, including high-quality calf leather from ethically raised livestock and rubber soles made with 10% recycled tires Ethical production: Artisan workshops with attention to detail and longevity Vegan options: First vegan avarcas in the world offered by Avarcas USA and Menorca Sandals Cultural preservation: Protected by the Consell Insular and Shoemaker Association of Menorca with the 'Product of Menorca' quality seal

Founders

Kausar Khan, Background: Fashion designer with a degree from JD Institute, entrepreneur who introduced her design touch to the international Avarca Pons brand, leading the UAE collection under Ksenses World General Trading LLC in Dubai.. Noelia Pahissa, Background: Co-founder of Avarcas USA, originally from Barcelona, who brought the authentic Pons avarcas to the U.S. market, promoting sustainable artisan sandals made by the Pons family in Menorca.. Jose Fuentes, Background: Co-founder of Avarcas USA and husband of Noelia Pahissa, working closely with Spanish artisans to expand the brand's presence in the U.S. and develop vegan sandal lines.. Silvia (surname not specified), Background: Founder of Menorca Sandals in Australia, Spanish native with a personal and family connection to Menorca, promoting high-quality, resilient avarcas including the first vegan avarcas in Australia.. Riudavets Family (Antonio and Jose Riudavets), Background: Family shoemakers from Menorca who have handcrafted avarcas since 1945, with Jose expanding the brand's reach beyond Menorca in the 1980s and his son Amalio currently managing the family business.

Background

Originating from Menorca, Spain, Avarca Pons sandals have been handcrafted since 1945 by the Pons family and other local artisans. The sandals were initially created using recycled tires to provide durable, breathable footwear for farmers and villagers. Over decades, the brand has grown internationally, with key expansions including the UAE collection by Kausar Khan, the Australian market via Menorca Sandals, and the U.S. market through Avarcas USA. The brand maintains a strong connection to its roots, ensuring all materials are locally sourced and production remains ethical and sustainable.

History

The Pons family began shoemaking in Menorca in 1945, focusing on avarcas sandals made from recycled tires and high-quality leather. The brand grew under the stewardship of Antonio and Jose Riudavets, with Jose expanding sales beyond Menorca in the 1980s. In recent years, the brand has been introduced to international markets through entrepreneurs like Kausar Khan in the UAE, Noelia Pahissa and Jose Fuentes in the U.S., and Silvia in Australia. The brand has also innovated by launching the first vegan avarcas and maintaining strict authenticity standards with the 'Product of Menorca' seal.