- 100% genuine leather upper and insole
- Handmade by skilled artisans in Nicaragua
- Two adjustable buckle straps
- Mid-foot panel for support
- Slip-resistant insert
- Comfortable breathable design
COLLECTIONS
$160
Inspired by timeless desert style, the Nilea Leather Gladiator Sandals blend durability, comfort, and artisan craftsmanship. Handmade in Nicaragua from 100% genuine leather, these sandals feature a supportive mid-foot panel, dual adjustable buckle straps, and a sturdy leather sole.
The versatile neutral tone pairs effortlessly with both casual and elevated outfits.
The Golden Khemet collection draws inspiration from ancient Egypt, where craftsmanship, symbolism, and identity were deeply intertwined.
“Khemet,” meaning the black land, reflects the fertile Nile soil and a culture rooted in creation, resilience, and legacy.
Each piece channels this heritage through bold forms, warm tones, and handcrafted detail, carrying meaning beyond surface style.
PIECES
IN THIS COLLECTION
YAO Heritage was founded by designer Yaosca Jackson in San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua, to preserve traditional craftsmanship in a contemporary way. Each piece is handmade by artisans from Masaya, a region known for leatherwork passed down through generations.
The brand follows three simple values: respect for the people who make the pieces, care for the materials, and awareness of environmental impact. Production remains intentionally small to maintain quality and attention to detail.
YAO creates objects meant to live with their owner, not seasonal fashion, but personal pieces that gain character over time and use.
At YAO Heritage, a product is never assembled, it is made. Each belt passes through a single artisan from start to finish: cutting, shaping, punching, stitching, finishing. That continuity is not incidental. It is the point.
The artisans in Masaya have worked with leather for decades, many inheriting the practice from their parents. YAO Heritage was founded to preserve this skill, not in a museum, but in active, paid, respected work.
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