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Baabuk makes shoes and slippers from recyclable and renewable wool. They source wool from Portugal and New Zealand. In Portugal, the sheep a... See All
Baabuk makes shoes and slippers from recyclable and renewable wool. They source wool from Portugal and New Zealand. In Portugal, the sheep are certified mulesing-free and live in the protected area of Serra de Estela Natural Park. In New Zealand, farmers use eco-friendly water and soap washing processes. Their factory in Nepal pays 25% higher than the national average. Ensures safe working conditions. Employs more women than men.
Bhava is a woman-owned and animal-free footwear brand. Their compassionate approach to design and production goes beyond using leather alter... See All
Bhava is a woman-owned and animal-free footwear brand. Their compassionate approach to design and production goes beyond using leather alternatives. From organic cotton linings to hand painted, embossed cork and premium recycled microfibers, Bhava sources sustainable materials from Europe and India. Their shoes are handcrafted using the best of both traditional and cutting-edge comfort technology. Bhava works with ateliers in Spain and Mumbai.
Della Terra is a women-owned, ethical and sustainable footwear brand. Made in Italy. Artisans earn fair wages. Everything is made from recyc... See All
Della Terra is a women-owned, ethical and sustainable footwear brand. Made in Italy. Artisans earn fair wages. Everything is made from recycled and biodegradable rubber, GRS-certified threads and biobased materials like pineapple, corn, grapeseed and castor. No solvents or harmful substances like chrome, lead and phthlates. Factories are carbon neutral. 100% powered from clean sources, such as hydro and wind.
Dooeys is a woman-owned brand that makes stylish house shoes from plant-based & recycled materials. Vegan Apple Leather from skins and cores... See All
Dooeys is a woman-owned brand that makes stylish house shoes from plant-based & recycled materials. Vegan Apple Leather from skins and cores is recovered from the juice industry in Northern Italy. Premium vegan suede is made from post-industrial polyester scrap. Cork comes from bark only without harvesting trees. Insoles are made from recycled plastic. Soles are made from Sugarcane EVA. Lining is made from recycled plastic bottles and post-consumer recycled polyester or GOTS-certified cotton. Natural latex or recycled foam provides a supportive, springy feel. Scraps are recovered and upcycled. Dooeys are made in small batches at a small factory in Portugal that is dedicated to ethical manufacturing.
Either/Or is a responsible footwear brand that is fully committed to sustainable sourcing, ethical manufacturing and being a force for good.... See All
Either/Or is a responsible footwear brand that is fully committed to sustainable sourcing, ethical manufacturing and being a force for good. They partner with small, family owned workshops in Portugal, Peru, Mexico and Colombia. 100% of employees earn beyond a living wage. They publish the lowest and highest wages of their makers. They employ a social cooperative to weave custom textiles and use the best quality vegetable-tanned leathers. They offset their carbon footprint for all shipping through the nonprofit Native Energy.
Koio makes luxurious, sustainable footwear for men and women that will elevate your everyday style. They work exclusively with an artisan st... See All
Koio makes luxurious, sustainable footwear for men and women that will elevate your everyday style. They work exclusively with an artisan studio in Florence, Italy. They only use sustainable materials. Regenerative leather is sourced from farms in the Swiss Alps that are reversing carbon emissions, restoring soils and increasing biodiversity. Then it's Zeolite tanned using minerals rather than chrome, aldehyde, and heavy metals. Leather Working Group certified leather is tanned in facilities that are safely and responsibly managing emissions, energy and water consumption and waste. Vegan products are made from apple leather. Their LACTAE HEVEA® soles are made in France using responsibly sourced milk from hevea trees. Even the laces are certified organic cotton. Other sustainable materials include cork, recycled rubber and recycled polyester. Last, but not least, Koio offers a recycling program to ensure the impact of their shoes remains low even after they reach end of life.
Made Trade is a highly curated ethical marketplace where you will find home goods, accessories and clothing products ranging in style from b... See All
Made Trade is a highly curated ethical marketplace where you will find home goods, accessories and clothing products ranging in style from bold prints to boho chic to fashionably minimalist. This woman owned and family run business is fully committed to equity, sustainability and transparency. You can even filter by: fair trade produced, made with sustainable materials, handcrafted by artisans, made in the USA, BIPOC owned, woman owned, recycled and vegan. Made Trade is climate neutral certified.
Ocelot Market works with artisans who make fashion forward shoes by hand. It originally worked with three artisan workshops in Thailand, Mor... See All
Ocelot Market works with artisans who make fashion forward shoes by hand. It originally worked with three artisan workshops in Thailand, Morocco and Turkey. Today they work with 100 artisan workshops and artisan focused brands all around the world! Their products are made by craftspeople who have been using traditional techniques passed down for generations that are inherent to a specific culture. Their brand partners use materials that are natural, locally sourced, upcycled, recycled and never over produced.
Thesus is a socially and environmentally progressive brand that makes outdoor footwear. Its proudly BIPOC and Woman Owned. All employees and... See All
Thesus is a socially and environmentally progressive brand that makes outdoor footwear. Its proudly BIPOC and Woman Owned. All employees and even manufacturers' employees are paid a living wage. Products are ethically made in Portugal. They use natural materials, as well as innovative materials that have a net positive impact on the planet.
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The Vestiaire Collective is a premier online shopping platform for pre-loved luxury fashion. It exists to tackle problems linked to the fash... See All
The Vestiaire Collective is a premier online shopping platform for pre-loved luxury fashion. It exists to tackle problems linked to the fashion industry like overproduction, overconsumption and climate change. As a champion of circular fashion, it's no surprise they are B Corp Certified.
