1962: it all begins the name Havaianas is Portuguese for hawaiians. The first pair of Havaianas was born in 1962, based on the traditional japanese sandal known as the zori, whose soles are made of rice straw. The texture of Havaianas’ rubber soles are like rice grains, one of the many details that make Havaianas unmistakable. Note:The EU size on the product isn't to be considered as valid - the Brazilian size (named EU in drop down list) is the one to use as best/equal to normal EU sizing.