Shoes have had a green makeover, and people actually want to wear these innovative designs. They are no longer unattractive and made from coarse fabrics like hemp. Walking in eco-friendly shoes gives you a spring in your step, because you are making a difference for the environment and animals.

Many shoes are made from leather, and it was once difficult to find vegan shoes. Many vegans had to resort to manmade materials, which are often uncomfortable and cause blisters. Not to mention, manmade material make it difficult for your skin to breathe, which can cause itchiness or more severe problems like athlete’s foot.

Shoe companies have taken it upon themselves to be socially responsible by launching green shoe lines. Nike has created running shoes made from recycled rubber. Payless has made an eco-friendly shoe line available to the public. So if you want shoes made from sustainable products that don’t compromise animals, look at what these companies have to offer.

Eco-friendly shoes don’t have to be brand new. When it comes to purchasing shoes for your children, it can get out of hand. Children grow so fast that it’s possible to buy a new pair of shoes once a year. Instead of being wasteful, shop for kid’s shoes at second hand stores. Another option is to shop more consciously. Some children’s shoes are made with breathable micro-suede, which can be made from 100% post-consumer and post-industrial polyester. You can go a further step and research the company to see if they use harmful solvents in the shoe making process. Another material to look for in shoes is bamboo. It’s a sustainable resource, and shoes made from this fabric are naturally antibacterial and antifungal.

Eco-friendly shoes come in various styles: stilettos, work boots, kitten heals, tennis shoes, loafers, boots, etc. It’s not hard to find green shoes, but it might be hard to resist the temptation to buy more than one. There are so many colors, styles and designs. Eco-friendly shoes can help you reduce your waste and reduce your ecological footprint. Plus, you can look stylish and trendy in your environmentally friendly shoes.