FLAT OUT FABULOUS - Our Top 10 Eco Friendly, Socially Conscious and Vegan Shoes

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by Bonny Osterhage

 

 

 

Shoes might be the most perfect item of clothing. They always fit…Even on your

" fat " days, they can completely change the look of that same old outfit and just

look what they did for Cinderella! And while we eagerly collect all shapes and

styles, this is the time of year that we tend to turn to flats. The perfect

answer to that " in-between " boots and sandals time of year, flats are casual

enough to wear with jeans, while still maintaining an air of elegance with

skirts and dresses. Check out our top ten eco friendly fashion favorites. We

flat out love them!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Beyond Skin Joy Flat

This flat makes us oh so " joyful! " We love the classic look of the hand made,

ethically produced black and gold version with its fabric body and faux-patent

toe and heel.

 

ON SALE for $156.27 (normally $201.95) at www.endless.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chinese Laundry Ashlena

Chinese Laundry, long known for its trendy (and easy on the wallet) footwear,

now offers a vegan line made with faux leather. We like this slipper that

features of-the-moment snakeskin (faux of course). $44.99 at

www.chineselaundry.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Corso Como Floral Flat

While the materials of this adorable shoe by Corso Como may not be eco friendly,

the practices used to create them are. Handmade in Brazil, the leather is dyed

with non-toxic vegetable dyes and all shoeboxes and wrappings are made with

recycled paper. Furthermore, Corso Como donates a portion of all sales to

educational children's charities. $130 at www.piperlime.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Form & Fauna Pleated Dove Shoe

The retro style and soft colors make this shoe by Form & Fauna an absolute must

for any wardrobe. Made from all sustainable and renewable materials, including a

plush eco-liner, this shoe is as easy on the feet as it is on the eyes. ON SALE

for $193 (normally $241) at www.embodies.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Melissa Happy Shoe

You'll have those happy feet when you sport the " Happy " shoe from Melissa. Made

from their patented recyclable Mel-Flex plastic, the velvet-like body,

patent-like toe and removable bow take this shoe from day to evening with ease.

$68 at www.thegreenloop.com

 

 

 

Click the apricot to get 20% off with your White Apricot Exclusive Offer – That

makes them $54.40!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

olsen Haus Love Shoe

Yes, we love the Love Shoe! Okay, we know that this 100% vegan shoe with its

paint splattered exterior is more of a wedge than a true flat, but we love its

unique vibe. Comes in teal, army green and electric blue. $160 at

www.olsenhaus.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Patagonia Sugar and Spice

These versatile shoes from Patagonia are actually two shoes in one. Wear the

slipper like uppers by themselves around the house or attach the all-natural

latex outsole and you have a Mary Jane style that can stand up to the great

outdoors. $120 at www.patagonia.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Simple Shoes Woman's Silk Undertoe

Casually pretty and made from eco friendly materials, such as jute, bamboo and

recycled tires, this striped design from Simple Shoes is one that you will reach

for again and again. $75 at www.simpleshoes.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Terra Plana Zandile

We felt it was important to include this socially conscious entry from Terra

Plana. Made from distressed aviator leather and with a rubber sole for added

comfort, this casual moccasin not only feels good, it does good. As part of

Terra Plana's " Soul of Africa " collection, the shoes are hand stitched by

previously unskilled women in South Africa. All profits from the sale of these

fair trade shoes help orphans affected by AIDS. That's good work that should be

recognized! Available in red, charcoal and black. $75 at www.terraplana.com

 

 

 

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makes them $63.75!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Toms Shoes Picnic Canvas

Totally preppy and totally cute, this plaid shoe from Toms Shoes brings to mind

weekends in the Hamptons. The prefect shoe for Bermudas and tees and, with each

pair sold, Toms will give a pair of shoes to a needy child. $42 at

www.tomsshoes.com