The new shoe label Ospop teamed up with China-based TianLang Shoe Factory to create a pair of sneakers based on the very same shoes worn by Chinese miners, farmers, factory and construction workers. Whilst still staying true to the classic original canvas cut and functionality, they have been upgraded with a more durable rubber sole and inner-sole for comfortable support.

Aside from this and the new colours, the shoes are so authentic that they are even manufactured at the very same factory as the originals. During the past decades, “Made in China” has become an infamous label detonating bad quality. However, this image is becoming a myth with major productions allocated to the middle kingdom including high-end brands as well as upcoming ones such as Ospop. It is exciting to see this shoe finding its way from rural China to the urban streets. Currently available in boutiques in Italy, Spain and Scandinavia but also online to all global citizens.

The founder, Ben Walters seems to have led a very interesting life around the world and even on mountain tops. With his global experience and entrepreneurial mind, we are not surprised to hear that Ospop is also working on an initiative to expand into Africa for some charity work. We look forward to keep a close eye on the outcome.

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