Rihanna has dropped her first single in years, so since weโve restored our faith that anything is possible, letโs focus on sustainable sneakers.
Many big brands like Alexander McQueen and Stella McCartney have taken up social justice by optimizing environmental performance and manufacturing processes to reduce their carbon footprint. However, they are still positioned in the higher price ranges, leaving us with the misconception that you have to spend thousands of $$$ to get high-quality pairs of sneakers.
Thatโs not true at all. Iโve managed to build a list of eco-friendly shoe brands with sustainable shoes, so you can go in the right direction and explore a more affordable alternative in the world of sustainable fashion.
Why do I say all of this? Because conscious consumers care about fair trade, supply chain, carbon emissions, environmental standards, ethical production, and fair wages.
Without dropping any other unnecessary terms or statements, let me introduce you to the product round-up below, containing the best (in terms of quality, brand values, ethics, sustainability, and outlook, of course) sustainable brands and what they have to offer. Get ready for 2023 because your next pair of sustainable sneakers are waiting for you.
In this post, you will discover the best sustainable sneakers of 2023.
THE BEST SUSTAINABLE SNEAKERS OF 2023 ARE HERE:
1. Veja Venturi Trainers
The classic, but with an upgrade. Thatโs probably the best way to describe VEJAโs Venturi Trainers. If you take a closer look, youโll notice the upper layer has mesh and suede overlays for a dimensional look, while the cushioning latex provides superior comfort for all-day wear. Made of recycled and sustainable materials, feel free to give it a go with your midi knit dress or opt for big glamour energy with a (vegan) leather jacket.
2. Ration L. Unisex Vegan Leather Trainer
Simple. Ethical. Carefully designed. Looking good. No, itโs not your Netflix queue. Itโs these vegan trainers! Using certified non-toxic natural fabrics and natural materials, they are all about comfort, versatility, being eco-friendly, and realizing you donโt need a lot to look amazing. They also come in other colors like white, pink, camel, blue, black, and khaki. I love the white ones!
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3. ABLE Blake Sneaker
We must agree with ABLE that The Blake Sneaker is a versatile shoe, bold enough to stand alone as the highlight of any look. You can dress it up with a fancy dress (maybe not Blake-Lively-going-to-the Met-Gala fancy) or down with denim and a cardigan for an extra cozy mood. The brand also offers a lifetime guarantee, so if you change your mind in three years (or three days), they will repair or replace what youโve purchased. You wonโt.
4. Willโs Womenโs Rio Vegan Leather Trainers
Going bold without actually going bold? Snag this new pair of sneakers and light up everyoneโs day. The grippy and durable chunky outsoles provide additional support. And even though vegan leather could mean thousands of different things, in this case, it means plants using bio oil sourced from organic cereal crops grown in Northern Europe. All in a carbon neutral process. Allow me to paraphrase the popular saying โ these shoes are made for buying.
5. Eliott Classic Vegan Leather Trainer
If you crave an effortlessly chic look, look no further than these vegan sneakers. Whatever you wear, trust them to elevate your styling game. Iโm sorry if you think otherwise, but the vulcanized construction and beautifully designed neutral color are everything you could want from a minimalist pair. Consider it timeless and the best option for those moments you have to get to the office by 9, and itโs already 9:24.
6. Minuit Sur La Terre Montalcino Vegan Suede Unisex Trainers
The Montalcino ethical sneakers allow you to keep in mind both your style and convictions. Cruelty-free and vegan, I can attest they are one of the comfiest pairs online. I feel like Iโm slightly obsessed with the white ones too, itโs a must-have shoe staple. Go ahead and treat yourself. After all, Christmas is just around the corner.
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7. Good Guys Donโt Wear Leather Felix Vegan Suede Trainers
With all the changes happening in the fashion industry lately, unisex styles are kind of having their moment right now. This pair of shoes is made of high-quality vegan suede, microfiber antibacterial lining, rubber sole, and cotton shoelaces. If you are one of those motivated people that go for a morning jog, youโll adore them. Itโs true as well. Good guys donโt wear leather.
8. Corail Marseille 21 Recycled Vegan Trainers
As someone who appreciates basic colors and the endless styling options they bring along, I couldnโt help but explore this pair of planet-friendly sneakers. Sure, they look amazing. Whatโs more incredible is that they are made from 8 Marseille single-use plastic bottles. In other words, we are talking about a classic that would look a-mazing on the streets of Marseille. Remember to check out the white variation too.
9. NORM Recycled PET 3D Knit Vegan Trainer
I love selecting and wearing pieces that are good for Earth and good for us at the same time. The โgood for the planetโ part comes from the 90% organic materials, while the good for our closet one is hidden within the unconventionally thicker 3D-knit and stunning shoelaces of these NORM recycled beauties. They come in white, black, gray, burgundy (a total bestseller), navy, military green, and nebula green. Take your time and make your choice matter.
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10. Humans Are Vein Eden V2 Sustainable Vegan Leather Trainer
In case you havenโt heard of it, Humans Are Vain is a contemporary sustainable sneaker brand from Sweden which puts eco-friendly materials at the forefront of its design process. Itโs offering the best of both worlds โ timeless yet contemporary design + innovative production methods. See where Iโm going with this? Yup.
11. Minuit Sur La Terre Aerobatics Eco-Friendly Vegan Trainers
This is a sign to take your sneaker collection to the next level. The vivid shades of Minuit Sure La Terre Aerobics Eco-Friendly Vegan Trainers exude spring vibes, but they will actually make your entire 2023 palette a lot better. This color option is gorgeous too! Be the Kendall Jenner of your group and pair them with a crop top, or feel like Gigi Hadid on a rainy NY day, and mix them with a puffer jacket and light-washed denim.
12. Good Guys Donโt Wear Leather Back Vegan Leather High-Top Trainers
Turn the city streets into your own runway show. Once you put on The Wack vegan high-top trainer, thereโs no going back. Made from soft and supple vegan leather using microfibers with minimum environmental impact, they are white, classic, and proving they can stand the test of time. Highly recommend.
13. NAE Redo Recycled PET Unisex Mid Top Trainers
Itโs not like you havenโt noticed it, but this pair of sustainable sneakers looks a lot like Converse. In terms of styling, I see a classic linen shirt for the office part of the week and your favorite camel coat when out to grab some snacks for a Netflix kind of weekend. They are also innovative, cruelty-free, water-resistant, and durable. Sorry, the heart wants what it wants.
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14. CARIUMA Off White Canvas
In case this is your first visit to STYLE BY SAVINA, and you still wonder who am I to tell you whatโs best, trust the reviews under CARIUMAโs Off White Canvas. โMost comfortable โ, โstunningโ, and โperfectโ, just to name a few adjectives. Available in 16 different shades, each one more colorful and tempting than the next. Good thing they are affordable, otherwise I would be broke by now.
15. Zeta Shoes Alpha Grape Leather Vegan Trainers
Zรจta is another brand name you should definitely keep in mind when typing sustainable fashion in your search engine. They design recycled and recyclable vegan trainers with the lowest possible environmental impact, so with every step you take (and every move you make โ sorry, had to), you respect the planet and its people. The plain white ones and the black ones are must-haves too!
Sure, you canโt beat climate change or solve the ocean plastic crisis by yourself. You also donโt need to own a vegan store, but getting new shoes from shoe companies that care about factory workers, for example, makes a difference.
Itโs relatively simple. For starters, try plant-based materials and forget about toxic chemicals when searching for pairs of shoes. Iโve already shared my top picks. Contrary to Rihanna releasing new music, letโs not make good choices once in a blue moon. Please.
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