Sustainable Shoe Brands to Support
Capulette
Having grown up between France and Italy, Capulette designer Capucine Lebrun wanted to highlight the talent of the craftsmen she admires. These Venetian slippers come in a wide range of colours and fabrics. They can be worn both indoors and outdoors, and the soles are made from recycled bicycle tires. These shoes are also vegan as the end-product does not contain leather.
Roseanna
Roseanna is a brand that picks quality materials sourced from responsible locations and durable alternatives. The brand incorporates plant-based options to traditional tanning methods. It also implements durable denim production (getting rid of pumice stones, sodium hypochlorite and potassium permanganate). They source organic and/or recycled fabrics, and any excess inventory or fabric is donated to non-profits, schools and capsule collections. Their boots and moccasins are lovely and made with high-quality materials and unique colours.
Sézane
There is a vintage feel to this brand, and the absence of intermediaries allows it to invest in quality while maintaining accessible prices. Four times a year, there is a seasonal collection and once a month a smaller, curated capsule. More than two-thirds of their models are produced in Europe. ¾ of the brand’s materials are eco-friendly, more than half of its pieces are certified, four of its lines are 100% eco-friendly, and more than 13 000 parts have been recycled. They also have a philanthropic program DEMAIN which supports dozens of charitable organizations and thousands of children.
Veja
If you are looking for something more sporty, Veja specializes in sneakers. They use fair trade and organic raw materials. The stock of the Parisian shop and e-shop is handled by ASF employees. They also check their sneakers' chemical safety every year to make sure all hazardous chemicals are eliminated from production processes.
Coclico
Coclico has its materials produced by a family-run factory in Mallorca, Spain. The designs are created in the New York headquarters, and the brand strives for the highest ethical and environmental standards.
VEERAH
Veerah aims to create shoes that are sustainable and beautiful. This brand is led by women for women. All shoes are made ethically and using only vegan, innovative materials, and each model is versatile and elegant.