How Two South Africans Turned Veldskoen Shoes into a Global Fashion Phenomenon
Once a humble, practical leather shoe, veldskoen—or “vellies”—have become a global fashion icon, spotted on the likes of actor Matthew McConaughey and Prince Harry. Behind this remarkable transformation are South African entrepreneurs Nick Dreyer and Ross Zondagh, who turned setbacks into a story of innovation and pride. The duo reimagined veldskoen in 2016 after…