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Bestard Mountain Boots: Mallorcan Summiteer

Mallorca shoes

The region at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains used to be a stronghold of the European shoe industry. Until today a leading brand of hiking boots manufactures right here in Lloseta. In fact, not despite but as a result of the crisis that swept away most of the production on the Balearics in the 70s. Because the combination of tradition and innovation is part of the DNA of Bestard Mountain Boots. Aim high When the crisis hit the industry, Bestard decided to follow the founder’s enthusiasm…

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Alpargatas: Summer Feeling To Go

Alpargatas

The moment you put them on, you feel like you’re on holiday. Yet alpargatas are pretty much the only shoes that work at home as well as on vacation. Because not only do they go well with shorts and swimwear but also with summer dress and linen suit. What makes them the perfect souvenir in the truest sense, reminding us of long sunny days on the island.  Let me introduce you to a few stores in Palma where you still get the classic canvas shoe manufactured on the Balearic Islands or the…