How Do VEJA Sneakers Fit & Do They Run True to Size? Plus, How to Style VEJAs

Sometimes, sneakerheads have a tendency to shun any shoe that isn’t Nike, adidas or Yeezy – but here at The Sole Supplier, we think that if you like it, wear it! VEJA sneakers can sometimes get a bit of stick in the industry, but personally, we love them in TSS HQ and we think they’re one of the best all-rounder pairs you can get. But, the question on everyone’s lips is: how do VEJA sneakers fit? Do VEJA trainers run small? And, what size VEJA sneakers should I buy?

Reliable, versatile and good for the planet, VEJA trainers – from the crowd-favourite V-10 and V-12 to the Nova and Campo – tick every box. Designed to bridge the gap between fashion and social responsibility, VEJA trainers are meticulously designed and crafted to last. The brand says: “the goal of our design studio is simple: create sneakers that will stand the test of time.” VEJA wants you to still be wearing your kicks in 10 years and VEJA has released over 25 styles since its advent in 2005. The organic cotton used for the sneakers is made by farmer associations in Brazil and Peru that harvest it with respect for workers and the environment – so you can rest assured that you’re doing the world some good with every single step you take in your VEJAs.

If that’s not enough, VEJA is “the first sneaker brand to use fabric entirely made from recycled plastic bottles.” Yep, the brand’s B-mesh isn’t just breathable, lightweight and waterproof, it’s specially crafted from recycled plastic bottles. One of the only kicks on the market that puts such a huge focus on earth-friendly craftsmanship, VEJA is a brand you can really trust to deliver. Keep scrolling to discover how VEJA sneakers fit and which size you should cop if this is your first time!

I’ve always found my VEJAs to generally fit true to size, but the only tricky thing is that they don’t come in half sizes. My perfect size is a UK 4.5, but with VEJAs I size down to a UK 4 (EU 37) rather than up to a UK 5 (EU 38). They take a minute to break in but once you do they’re amazing.

I love the VEJA Campo! It’s clean, stylish and so, so easy to wear. The campo looks so cute when you wear it with a girly tea dress.

I won’t lie, most of my sneakers are Nikes – but I started to see VEJAs a lot on my walk to work a few years ago and I thought they had this really cool Parisian chic vibe about them. After browsing a bit and reading up on the brand’s sustainability and passion for saving the planet, I just had to cop a pair. Now I’m hooked.

There’s literally nothing VEJA trainers don’t go with. During autumn, I wear them with straight-leg jeans and a cute knit jumper, and in the summer I wear them with all my cutest dresses or jeans and a T-shirt.

VEJA trainers fit true to size for me. They can feel a little tight at first as they don’t come in half sizes so you need to size down – but they don’t take as long as some other brands to break in!

I love the VEJA V-12 sneaker. It comes in so many cute colourways and the chunky sole makes these really comfy. They’re the perfect mix of sporty and stylish, so I can wear them with everything from my gym kit to a pretty dress.

VEJA has both vegan and leather shoe options. The brand is always trying to improve their leather production chain, but one in three of their sneakers are vegan!

I wear my VEJAs every single day, so styling them is really effortless. They’re quite a minimalist shoe so I think they look best when worn with jeans and a cute cropped tank top.

VEJA doesn’t offer half sizes, which can be a bit annoying if your true to size shoe size is usually a half size! Sizing down by half is better than sizing up by half with VEJA, but if that size isn’t in stock and you need to size up, you can add an insole or wear slightly thicker socks and it ensures they fit fine.

I love the VEJA Esplar! It’s such a cool-girl shoe. It’s simple, effective and sooo easy to style! The simple branding on the heel and sides adds the perfect amount of detail and the soft leather and suede are really flexible so they’re easy to break in.

Right now, VEJA don’t offer half sizes which can make finding your perfect fit a bit tricky! Will the brand release half sizes in the future? Who know. But sizing down to your closest full size works just fine.

In the summer, I wear my VEJAs with cute denim shorts and a bandeau top. If it’s chilly outside, I’ll team my Esplars with Mom jeans and an oversized sweatshirt.

VEJA is a brand that’s taking up some serious space in the sustainable sneaker industry. The brand is way ahead of the likes of Nike and adidas when it comes to creating earth-friendly, Vegan trainers and it’s constantly striving to reduce carbon emissions and improve working conditions. VEJA sneakers can be a little pricier than your average Nikes (they come in at around £100 average), but when you think about all the work that’s gone into making sure these trainers are good for the environment, we think they’re worth every. single. penny.

Not only are VEJAs made from sustainable materials, there are so many different VEJA styles and VEJA models that there really is something for every occasion and inclination. On the brand's website, a handy size chart makes it easy to convert EU sizing to United Kingdom sizing - so there's no fuss. We won't lie, VEJAs aren't the best running shoes, if you're looking for a new pair of sneakers for that after-work jog, you're better off going with some Nikes!

You can shop the latest VEJA sneakers here, and you can check out all our other size guides below!