INSIDE LOEWE’S LUXE SNEAKER RENAISSANCE: TERRA VULCA, PAULA’S IBIZA EMBROIDERY, AND WHAT’S DROPPING NEXT

Loewe has carved out a distinct lane in the luxury sneaker world, and the Terra Vulca line is its current crown jewel. Often likened to high-fashion “Vans,” the Terra Vulca silhouette has transcended the comparison, evolving into an emblem of refined subversion, familiar in form, but radically upgraded in execution. At first glance, the standard low-top versions may resemble your everyday skate sneakers, but a closer look reveals layers of craft. Constructed with premium calf leather, supple suede overlays, and Loewe’s signature asymmetrical rubber foxing, these shoes whisper exclusivity. They’re minimalist yet meticulous, the kind of sneaker worn by fashion editors and pop culture icons who know that quiet luxury often speaks the loudest.

Recent drops have given the Terra Vulca line new life and mainstream visibility. In March 2025, Justin Bieber was spotted at Disneyland in a now-iconic pair of olive suede Terra Vulca lace-ups, originally released in Loewe’s Fall/Winter 2024 collection. This sighting catapulted the sneaker’s popularity and confirmed the olive tone’s staying power as a wardrobe essential. Beyond this understated staple, Loewe has expanded its offerings with more daring designs. The newly released “Deep Sea” Terra Vulca canvas sneakers feature a bold splash-print motif in black and multicolor, merging island aesthetic with streetwear sensibility. Another standout entry is the extravagant all-over beaded version–an audacious multicolor canvas sneaker adorned entirely in hand-placed beads, commanding a price tag north of €2,500. While extravagant, this version underscores Loewe’s ethos: elevating the familiar into something extraordinary through craftsmanship and storytelling.

Still, no conversation about Loewe sneakers is complete without diving into the label’s summer capsule–Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza. A now-annual tradition, this series transforms the Terra Vulca sneaker into a radiant canvas of escapist fantasy. The Paula’s Ibiza editions are embroidered masterpieces, bursting with psychedelic florals, marine symbols, and whimsical landscapes. These designs are steeped in the bohemian spirit of Ibiza, drawing from the island’s legacy of counterculture and carefree summer living. Crafted from organic cotton canvas and sustainable leather trims, they fuse Loewe’s luxury lineage with an eco-conscious sensibility. Though the 2024 drop made waves with vibrant, beachy designs, anticipation is already building for Paula’s Ibiza 2025 collection. 

Despite the splashy seasonal editions, Loewe maintains a stronghold on the essentials. The Terra Vulca line continues to feature core colorways in black, white, and beige canvas, alongside olive and navy suede options. Priced between $600 and $790, these models sit comfortably in the high-luxury category while maintaining the versatility of everyday footwear. Stockists like Harrods and SSENSE have kept these styles in regular rotation, proof of their enduring appeal.

Loewe’s approach to sneakers is neither performative nor overtly trend-chasing. Whether it’s a Justin Bieber-co-signed staple or a hand-beaded, €2,500 statement piece, each Terra Vulca release is rooted in craftsmanship, material innovation, and narrative flair. As the summer season looms, all eyes are on what Loewe has in store for the Paula’s Ibiza 2025 drop and if history is any guide, it’ll be a sun-drenched celebration of art, texture, and timeless cool.