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The Best Sustainable Footwear Brands To Shop In Australia

A step in the right direction - by Pema Bakshi
  • 28 Aug 2020
The Best Sustainable Footwear Brands To Shop In Australia

There's been a seismic shift in recent years towards sustainability in fashion. 

With a host of brands such as H&M and Gucci taking meaningful steps towards reducing their carbon footprint, and further developing sustainable practices, we're seeing more and more sustainable options pop up on the market.

And while pleather fabrics and recycled textiles have long been a thing, it's only recently that we've seen the same treatment for footwear.

Perhaps because, unlike say, a t-shirt, our shoes need to be able to endure the elements, keep us protected, maybe even deal with an over-zealous pet or two, and, ideally, look good on top of all of that—not a simple feat. 

But as we look around now, it's never been a better time to switch to more ethically-produced footwear.

With so many eco-friendly options, we can all get on board the bandwagon in some way or another, whether it's swapping out your sneakers or dressy shoes. 

So, here is a roundup of ten of our favourite brands that are undeniable proof that chic and sustainable are not mutually exclusive. 

Saye

Saye sneakers

Saye Modelo '89 Sneakers, $229; wellmadeclothes.com.au

St Agni

St Agni slides

St Agni Juliet Slide, $189; st-agni.com

Everlane

Everlane flats

Everlane The Day Ballet Flat, $165; everlane.com

Reformation

Reformation shoes

Reformation Ella Sandal, $140; thereformation.com

Veja

Veja Sneakers

Veja V-10 Low-Top Trainers, $200; matchesfashion.com

Nelson Made

Nelson Made

Nelson Made Juliette Sandals, $249; wellmadeclothes.com.au

Stella McCartney

stella mccartney flats

Stella McCartney Positively Conscious Logo Espadrilles, $492; farfetch.com

Novesta

novesta sneakers

Novesta Star Master Classic Sneakers, $129; theiconic.com.au

Marais USA

Marais USA

Marais USA Jardin Heel, $425 AUD Approx; maraisusa.com

Indosole

Indosole Slides

Indosole Essentls Slides, $59.99; theiconic.com.au

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