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Stylish, Eco-Friendly Shoes
For Earth Day, I’d like to recognize some great shoe brands that have shown that you don’t have to sacrifice style if you want to wear shoes that are eco-friendly and socially-responsible. In the past, “eco-friendly” shoes have gotten a reputation of being plain and rather boring. Today, however, the growing awareness of the need for environmentally friendly footwear has also led to wider variety of designs and styles to choose from in recently years.
Here are just a few notable eco-friendly shoe brands that have impressive designs.
OlsenHaus
OlsenHaus is a 100% vegan shoe brand, which means they use no leather, fur, wool or silk. Shoe materials include ultra suede, organic cotton, canvas, nylon, velvet, linen, and cork. The use of these kinds of material contribute to far less pollution and, since they do not use leather, they utilize only a fraction of the energy it takes to process or tan leather. Their shoes are made in Central America where there factories are monitored for fair trade practices, fair wages and proper facilities. Visit their website for more information on their philosophy and practices for making eco-friendly shoes.
olsenHaus Berlin Mary Jane Pump
Cri de Couer
Certified carbon-neutral and cruelty-free, Cri de Coeur is changing the face of the fashion footwear market. Their shoes are made by hand as much as possible, and are uniquely crafted for durability using 100% vegan materials and sustainable processes. With each purchase, they sponsor a tree to be planted to help with reforestation efforts around the world. Cri de Coeur’s mission is to strive for ethical and sustainable practices in everything they do, without sacrificing style or wearability.
Cri de Coeur Stella Zip Sandal
Beyond Skin
Beyond Skin is an English ethical footwear label operating in an environmentally friendly manner that is non-exploitative to humans and animals. Cruelty- and sweatshop-free, Beyond Skin is produced in Spain, promoting ethically sound and energy-efficient working practices that prove fashion and ethics can go hand-in-hand. All packaging and promotional material is either recycled or from a sustainable source and printed using vegetable-based inks, and a percentage of Beyond Skin profits go to a selection of ethical charities. The collection encapsulates glamour and taste, while remaining true to the Beyond Skin philosophy which is to create gorgeous, ethical footwear for discerning style-led women.
Beyond Skin Marina Slingback Sandal
Beyond Skin San Jose Sandal
El Naturalista
The brand El Naturalista (The Naturalist) originates from La Roja, Spain- an area reknowned for their artisan shoemakers. They know their trade, their quality and how to strike a healthy balance between traditional and modern shoes. Their products are universal, adaptable, and nature-inspired.
El Naturalista Rana Thar Sandal
El Naturalista N402 Wedge Sandal
Lastly, I’d just like to mention one other brand- Naya- that I recently wrote about. Eco-friendly Naya shoes are the the latest line of shoes from the Brown Shoe company. Their collection offers a very affordable selection of eco-friendly footwear made with sustainable materials, nickel free buckles and chrome-free leather, ranging around $100-150.
Naya Sandals: Eco-Friendly Footwear You Will Love
The Naya footwear collection has a wonderful selection of Summer Sandals this season. If you are not familiar with this brand, they are worth checking out. Naya is an eco-friendly brand that’s does a fantastic job of using natural and eco-friendly materials to craft their shoes. I’m really loving several of these styles from their Spring 2010 Collection. I especially like the bamboo heels. Heels, especially on our favorite shoes, wear out so easily when we wear them everyday. Bamboo is one of the hardest woods (ever see the kitchen cutting boards made of bamboo?) and the striking bamboo wood grain gives the heel a lovely appearance. I also love the cushy footbeds made of biodegradable latex, making them comfortable to wear all day!
Naya Timpas Sandal- shown above in Saddle Tan, this sandal is also available in Wheatgrass (a light green) and Blaze (yellow). These cute gladiator inspired sandals feature chrome-free leather in a sexy and alluring T-strap sandal design, a decorative medallion, leather lining, recycled cork outsole, and a 2-1/2 inch bamboo heel.
Naya Mcloud Wedge Sandal- shown above in Blaze (Yellow), this sandal is also available in Desert (Orange), Moon Stone (Light Gray), and Camelot (Tan). This adorable sandal features a 2-piece wedge design, cork and rubber footbed with leather lining, latex foam in the footbed for cushy comfort, and a leather and bamboo wood wrapped midsole sole for eye-catching appeal. The heel is 3-1/4 inches with a 1 inch platform.
Naya Telluride- shown above in a super soft black and brown leather, this sandal is also available in a beige and tan leather upper. I just love the black and brown leather combination of these sandals and the strappy ankle strap sandal design. The buckle on the ankle strap is nickel free and the footbed has biodegradable latex foam for blissful comfort. The 2-1/2 inch heel is made of sustainable bamboo wood and the recycled cork outsole give great traction.
Naya Maher Sandal- shown here in Moon Stone, this sandal is also available in Black leather. This sandal features a soft knotted leather strap design with a heel sling strap and adjustable buckle for a secure fit. The heel is wrapped in the same soft leather as the upper and features a 3-1/4 inch heel with 1 inch platform.
Naya shoe designs feature chrome-free or vegatable-tanned leathers, natural, organic or sustainable fabrigs, biodegradable latex foam cushioning, natural cork and rubber foodbeds, heels made from sustainable bamboo, outsoles made with recycled materials, nickel-free metal buckles, recycled paper boxes, and water soluble glues and cements. And with Earth Day 2010 just a few weeks away (April 22nd), you can support an environmentally friendly product and have a fantastic pair of sandals for summer. Click here to view more styles of Naya Shoes.
Here’s a recent video with more information about this fantastic Earth friendly brand. Enjoy!
Rupert Sanderson Shoe Designs
It’s yet another great collection by London-based shoe designer, Rupert Sanderson. Just take in these beauties from the Autumn/Winter 2009-10 collection.
Most notable are the perfectly balanced heels on the Seleste pumps (above). This is quite an engineering feat (no pun intended), don’t you think? Also available in black and grey suede.
I’ve had my eye on these beauties since I first spotted them about a month ago. The Perfume pump features blue python print with buckles across the instep and a sexy peep toe.
Here is the perfect pop of color for standing out in the crowd and getting noticed. The Aspasia heel has a sleek design with hidden platform and fuchsia leopard print patent leather.
This has to be the most perfect ankle boot that I’ve seen so far this season! The Jocasta ankle boot has beautiful and simple lines with a single buckle at the ankle. What a gorgeous boot!
Rupert Sanderson Shoes can be ordered directly from his website. Check out the rest of his collection. You won’t regret it!
Charles David Shoes on Sale
That’s right, it’s another sale! I found these gorgeous Charles David shoes in some classic styles that are a great addition to any Fall wardrobe. This week, they are marked down to $39.99 at 6pm.com until this Sunday, Aug 23rd, 2009.
Charles David – Element $39.95 (Was $205.00) |
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Charles David – Wanton $39.95 (Was $215.00) |
Charles David – Rosalie (Bordo) – Footwear |
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Charles David – Taunt |
Charles David – Pasha $39.95 (Was $205.00) |
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Charles David – Tumult $39.95 (Was $205.00) |
Charles David – Palisade $39.95 (Was $245.00) |
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Charles David – Adore $39.95 (Was $250.00) |
Suit up for Fall in these Charles David shoes. Click here to view more Charles David shoes on sale at 6pm.com. On sale this week!
Nine West Shoes Sale This Week!
Nine West shoes are affordable when they aren’t on sale, so it’s hard to pass up a deal when they are on sale! Selected Nine West shoes are marked down to $29.95 at 6pm.com this week! Here are a just a few of the cute styles that are available.
| Nine West Kazan Square toe moc features soft leather and hardware embellishment on the vamp. Shown here in bronze. Also available in black, ivory, blue, green, purple, or yellow. |  |
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Nine West Isleen Sophisticated wedge features 3 inch heel with t-strap. Shown here in light brown. Also available in red, dark brown, or black. |
Nine West Beth Round toe pump features suede leather with contrast stitching and pleating detail on the vamp. Shown here in natural. Also available in dark brown, black, or turquoise suede leather. |
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Nine West Get Got Cute black flats with square toe and buckle ornament at toe. Also available in grey. |
There are many more cute styles available. Click here to view more Nine West styles for $29.95 this week. Hurry! This sale will end on Sunday, Aug 23, 2009.
