A group of people on a river trip in the grand canyon.

1984

The original Teva sandal was invented on the shores of the Grand Canyon by a young river guide.

A pair of black Teva sandals laid against cracked red mud.

1987

Teva’s first patent for the Universal Strapping System created the modern sport sandal category.

A series of newspaper clippings.

1991

Teva becomes a cultural phenomenon around the world.

The quote 'Most Influential Gear of all time' printed on a magazine cover.

2012

Teva is awarded one of the top 100 “Most Influential Gear Of All Time” by Outside Magazine.

Four legs wearing Teva sandals.

2014

Always iconic, Teva continues to evolve, debuting the Teva x Opening Ceremony collaboration.

Runway during a fashion show, where a model is wearing Teva sandals.

2018

Teva transcends the outdoor playground to the runway during New York Fashion Week.

A group of people walking along a beach.

Present

Teva stands as an expression of freedom wherever in the world you take us.

Building A Legacy, Since 1984.


The original sport sandal emerged from the shores of the Grand Canyon back in 1984. Born out of necessity to prevent sandals from floating downstream, a resourceful river guide strapped two Velcro watchbands to a pair of old flip-flops. And just like that, Teva was born.

In the years following, Teva has retained the same pioneering spirit and continues to celebrate the freedom to explore.

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Brand Promise


The original icon was created to give people the freedom to roam. We inspire those who crave experiences and connections, in whatever form they take. That self-defining idea of freedom still holds true today. We live for moments of discovery and awe. Finding newness and wonder in each new experience — from the everyday to epic. We’re forever hungry for knowledge gained by experiencing the world through different cultures, people, and places. Day in and day out, we strive to be your guide for adventure in whatever form you choose.

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Innovation & Artisanship


Every inch of our footwear is conceived as a canvas. As enduring as they are timeless, our signature straps are continually reimagined in a variety of patterns, dreamt up by our designers from around the globe. In 2020, we transitioned 100% of our iconic straps to traceable verifiable recycled plastic using REPREVE® yarn. We want those who come after us to have the freedom to explore the outdoors tomorrow, so we’re reducing our footprint today.

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Our Community. Our Environment.


We believe in good business. The kind that positively shapes our community, protects the environment and inspires future generations. It’s with a wide-angle lens that our Corporate Responsibility Program encourages us to look at the broader impact of our activities on our employees, customers, communities, and the environment as a whole.

Click here to read more about our corporate responsibility measures.

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Giving Back. Looking Forward.


We have a passion for protecting wild places and making the outdoors accessible to people from all walks of life. We give back to several partner organizations who share these values, including Grand Canyon Conservancy, Camber Outdoors, The Conservation Alliance and more.

Click here to read more about the organizations that Teva proudly supports.

A person's shadow against red sand.