Malayalam Script Detailing

Malayalam typography is incorporated into the design, embedding regional language directly into the shoe.

Handcrafted Fabric & Leather Mix

Naadu combines fabric elements with leather panels, assembled by hand to create a textured, layered upper.

Kantha Boat Stitch Influence

Traditional Kantha boat stitching is used as a decorative detail, referencing Indian handcraft techniques.

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Cushioned PU-poured footbeds
Original Indian design language
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More About the Sneaker

Features and Care

Introducing Gully Number 001 - Naadu: Kerala-Inspired Sneakers

The Naadu honours Kerala's natural elegance and the Onam season with design inspiration from Vallam Kali boats and regional script.

Features:

  • Kerala boat tongue label for cultural appreciation 

  • Colourway inspired by Kerala’s natural landscape

  • Kantha boat stitch inspired by Onam Vellum Kali races

  • Malayalam script embroidery for local pride

  • Thick-grain leather upper for long-term durability

  • Toe perforations for breathability 

  • Bamboo lycra lining to avoid odour

Every Naadu comes with complimentary goodies inside the box!

Shipping, Returns and Exchanges

Products are delivered within 4-7 days Pan-India.

We offer a 30 day return and exchange window on all Indian orders. If the product does not meet your expectations in terms of fit, style, or overall preference, you may request a return or exchange within this period.

For return and exchange policy during Special 25 Summer Sale, refer here.

Origin and Contact

Gully Labs is a registered brand of Premium Leather Sneakers in India.

MANUFACTURED & PACKED BY

Gully Labs Innovations Private Limited.

B-27, Sector-4, Noida, Gautamabuddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, 201301

CUSTOMER CARE

  • Ph: +91 93112 33304‬
  • Email: hello@gullylabs.com

PRODUCT DETAILS

  • Country of Origin - India
  • Dimensions 35 x 25 x 15 cm
  • Product weight - 1.5 kg
  • Net Quantity - 1 Pair
  • Generic Name - Sneakers
  • Manufactured in 2026
  • 5 stars: 6 (86%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (14%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Thanzz

Great pair of shoes. Amazing detailing and built for daily use. I have been daily driving this for the last 12 months and it still holds.

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Nitin Ramesh Siyal

Fantastic quality and even better customer service.

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Shabeeb Ubaid

Great quality supper comfort more over unique design.

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Chandrashekar

Great looking sneakers

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Shritan .

Good design and looks, light weight, comfortable to wear for a short to medium duration. The inner sole could be more padded or cushioned.
Good shoes overall

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Sriram Ayyappdas

Nice one

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Paru

Please sort the snapmint app issues. OTPs are not generating while trying to purchase it from gully labs

Frequently Asked Questions

What Kerala design elements are on the Naadu?

The Naadu captures Kerala's minimalist elegance through a deliberate palette and craft-forward detailing. A crisp white leather base mirrors the iconic kasavu mundu aesthetic, while contrast panels in earthy tones echo the region's landscape. Precise Kantha stitching along the side panels creates wave-like structural lines inspired by regional textile arts.

Are the Naadu sneakers good Onam gifts?

Few gifts say "I thought about you" quite like a pair named after homeland. Rooted in Kerala's cultural beauty, the shoe carries meaning no mass-produced alternative can match. For Onam, a handcrafted pair honouring that spirit of abundance makes a deeply personal gift. First-time buyers can apply code GULLY500 at checkout for ₹500 off.

Can I wear the Naadu daily, or is it only for festive occasions?

Kantha is a traditional Indian running-stitch embroidery technique rooted in the eastern regions of the subcontinent. Historically used to turn layered cloth into quilted storytelling surfaces, the stitching carries karigar patience in every line. On the Naadu, the embroidery runs along the side panels, adding handcrafted texture and structural lines no factory floor could replicate.

What is Kantha embroidery and where is it used on this shoe?

Kantha is a traditional Indian running-stitch embroidery technique rooted in the eastern regions of the subcontinent. Historically used to turn layered cloth into quilted storytelling surfaces, the stitching carries karigar patience in every line. On the Naadu, the embroidery runs along the side panels, adding handcrafted texture and structural lines no factory floor could replicate.

Are there special design accents worth noting?

Absolutely. Heavy, contrast-toned premium structural stitching maps out the silhouette's geometry, creating striking visual depth. Each stitch nods to traditional Indian leather craft, executed with karigar precision.

What should I know about the quality of the materials?

Gully Labs uses uncompromised, top-tier materials throughout. The upper pairs premium full-grain leather with velvety soft suede overlays. Handcrafted by master karigars, every material is selected for durability, natural texture, and the ability to age beautifully over years of wear.

Is the padding firm or soft underfoot?

A perfect balance of cloud-like comfort and lasting support. The ultra-cushioned footbed delivers an immediate soft step-in feel while responsive padding absorbs impact without flattening out. Reliable for all-day wear.

Are they easy to pair with both casual and semi-formal looks?

Exceptionally. The clean, low-profile architecture and sophisticated palette of tans, creams, and earth tones make the Naadu endlessly versatile. Raw denim and an oversized tee? Elevated. Tailored trousers with a relaxed blazer? Anchored perfectly.

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