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Footprints for the New Year

Submitted by DE on Saturday, 10 January 20094 Comments

When it comes to Eco-Fashion, one of the fastest growing areas is shoes…Yay! While we knew the selection was decent, as we did a little extra research for this article, we were definitely pleasantly surprised to see just how many great choices there are! Boots, sandals, pumps, sneakers….there is truly something for everyone! Some of the labels we found also are doing extraordinary things. One of the standouts was Toms and their One for One Program that gives one pair of shoes to a child in Ethiopia and Argentina for every pair bought. Wow! So far they have given over 60,000 pairs of shoes to children in need! Wow again! Other companies’ commitments to not using animal products, ethical manufacturing and use of environmentally friendly materials while still creating some fabulous footwear is exciting. Here are a few of the faves:

CrideCoeur Phillipa Boot, TOMSShoes Red Wrap Boot, Terra Plana Banjo Boot, Charmone Dragonwell Boot

Terra Plana Capricorn Bootie, Olsen Haus Groove Shortie Boot, Cri de Coeur Jessica Ankle Boot

Georgette Daisy Pump, Olsen Haus Faith Heel, Beyond Skin Gloria Pump

Neuaura Ines Flat, Toms Shoes Navy/Natural Canvas Slip On, Toms Shoes Silver Slip On

What kind of footprint will you leave behind this year? Step lightly:)

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just a kid said:

Love the title of this article! yeahhhhhhhhhh, i like the Toms Shoes Silver Slip On…thats my style, quick, light and in space

- 12 January 2009 at 12:14 pm

just a kid said:

The Charmone Dragonwell would be a perfect fit for Puss & Boots! Tremendous find, i will relay the message to him >>>>

- 12 January 2009 at 12:18 pm

BohoGreen said:

I actually own a pair of the Terra Plana Banjo boots. The MOST comfortable heel I have ever owned!! They use awesome rubber on the bottom and super sexy. I have the brown pair with recycled quilts. a Must Have!!!!

- 12 January 2009 at 6:10 pm

liza said:

I am a loyal Terra Plana customer, but I usually don’t wear high heels! I tried the Capricorn… OMG, the most amazing booty EVER!! very high, very SEXY, super comfy!!!!

- 13 January 2009 at 12:22 pm