Location

Portugal

Founded

2021

Price range

€120 – €220

Shipping

Worldwide

Catalogue

49 products

Size range

35–46

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Hirundo

Independent brand — verified
About

Hirundo is a Portuguese footwear brand started in 2021 by brothers Filipe and Eduardo Serzedelo. Inspired partly by their father’s long-kept shoes, they set out to make sneakers with a longer useful life and a close connection to Portuguese suppliers. The brand says its shoes are designed, sourced and crafted in Portugal. Sneakers are Hirundo’s main focus, with different colours and shapes across its collections; the shop also lists styles such as chukka boots and mules. Hirundo describes its use of local and recycled materials on its website, but the material mix varies by product and is worth checking on the individual listing. Its manufacturing partners are close to its stores, allowing the brand to work within a relatively local supply chain. Hirundo’s operating company, Sanjoanina Fábrica de Calçado, is listed as a Certified B Corporation. Customers can order on the official website or use its store directory to find a location in Portugal, including Porto and Lisbon. Check the product page for sizing and construction details before choosing a pair.

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Brand Details

Contract manufactured (handmade, small-batch)
Portugal
B Corp
Leather Working Group
Last reviewed
Sep 2026
Independent brand
Verified
E
Eduardo de Castro

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Frequently asked questions

1. When was Hirundo founded, and who created it?
Hirundo’s official history says the brand was born in 2021 through Portuguese brothers Filipe and Eduardo. Industry reporting identifies them as Filipe and Eduardo Serzedelo, so “Eduardo de Castro” should be corrected.
2. Why do some sources associate Hirundo with 2021?
The brand was founded in 2021; sources dating it to 2022 likely reflect a later formal launch.
3. What kind of footwear does Hirundo produce?
Hirundo specialises in contemporary sneakers designed to remain wearable beyond short fashion cycles. Its collections emphasise original styling, everyday comfort and durable construction rather than frequent trend-driven replacement.
4. Where are Hirundo sneakers made?
The brand states that its footwear is entirely designed, sourced and crafted in Portugal. It prioritises Portuguese suppliers and uses local production wherever possible for materials, manufacturing and related services.
5. What materials and sustainability principles does Hirundo follow?
Hirundo uses environmentally conscious and recycled materials, with an emphasis on longevity. Its approach is to make fewer, better-lasting sneakers using ethical inputs instead of treating sustainability as a purely aesthetic feature.
6. Can worn Hirundo sneakers be repaired?
Hirundo has promoted a repair programme intended to extend product life. Repair eligibility depends on the shoe’s condition, and suspected manufacturing defects may be inspected before repair or replacement is approved.

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