SAYE Modelo ‘89 Vegan Lima, $160
Using corn leather, bamboo, and recycled thermoplastics recovered from automotive factories, Spanish brand SAYE’s first vegan sneaker is a retro dream come true (it even comes in other pastel colours like blue, yellow, salmon, and lilac). The three-year-old brand is focused on becoming a zero-waste brand while fighting for fair work conditions and fighting deforestation by planting two trees for each sneaker sold.
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AVRE Infinity Glide Shoe, $145
Women-owned AVRE (which stands for Authentic, Versatile, Responsible, and Empowered) is taking eco-friendly to the next level with its stylish sneakers made from recycled water bottles. The Southern California-based brand’s slip-on Infinity Glide is uber-comfortable, durable, and washable, to boot, so your next outdoor hike or all-day mall trip will be a breeze.
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CARIUMA IBI Knit, $98
Comfort meets style in these unisex lace-up sneakers from Rio de Janeiro-based CARIUMA. The brand’s quality-over-quantity ethos carries over to this easy-to-wear, machine-washable style made with bamboo, cork, and recycled PET, plastic bottles, and sugarcane. And the company even plants two trees in the Brazilian rainforest per shoe sold. Now, if we could only decide on which colour to run around in.
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SeaVees Monterey Sneaker Platform, $110
Founded in the ‘60s and revitalized in the ‘00s by Steven Tiller, SeaVees is responsible for positioning sneakers as an everyday shoe in modern American society (it was primarily for the gym or kids-only option back then). SeaVees now offers a variety of vegan styles including these platform lace-up sneakers in adorable prints such as strawberries or planet Earth. It’s almost too cute to wear … almost!
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Soludos Yebo Vegan Sneaker, $139
Celeb-favorite Soludos believes every step matters, which is why the NYC-based brand recently launched its first vegan leather sneaker made with recycled rubber and cork. The comfortable, foam-lined Yebo comes in four classic colours including simple white, sophisticated navy, chic wine, and girly pink options.
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Vans Eco Theory Authentic SF, $70
The classic checkerboard Vans gets an eco-friendly makeover in the iconic skate brand’s new Eco Theory collection. With an emphasis on utilizing responsibly sourced materials, Vans uses organically grown cotton certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard, anti-microbial hemp that requires less water to grow, and natural, petroleum-free rubber for soles that maintain the same grip as the brand’s older styles.
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Ella & Witt Goodall Sneaker, $210.85
Founders Birgit and Torsten Lasar named German label Ella & Witt after two of the residents at their local animal sanctuary, gander Ella and cow Frau Witt. Ethically produced in Portugal, the vegan Goodall sneaker, created with corn leather, is an Instagrammable dream with its bright colour scheme and chunky exterior. Grab your favourite pair of jeans and a white tee for the ultimate cool-girl fit.
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Lane Eight Trainer AD-1, $110
Founded by brothers James and Josh Shorrock, Lane Eight brings stylish footwear for those who are always on the go. With over 10 different colours including a special-edition Pride tie-dye design, this lightweight trainer features an algae-based foam midsole, recycled knit upper, and vegan microfiber overlay. Cycling class or an outdoor run? You’ll only need this one shoe for all of your active adventures.
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Veja V-12 B-Mesh, $140
After a visit to a fast-fashion factory in China, founders Sebastien Kopp and Francois-Ghislain Morillion knew they wanted to create a brand focused on social responsibility, fair trade, and sustainability. Enter, wildly popular, celebrity-favourite French brand VEJA. Add a pop of colour to any basic outfit with these all-vegan kicks made from Amazonian rubber, rice waste, and recycled plastic bottles.
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Adidas by Stella McCartney Ultraboost Sandal, $210
Iconic eco-conscious designer Stella McCartney partnered with the German sports apparel company back in 2005 and has since created fun, innovative designs meant to inspire anyone wearing them. Case in point: the Ultraboost (made with recycled plastic materials) is functional yet stylish for all the workout fiends out there. The apparel and shoe brand also carries veganized versions of its popular styles, Samba and Continental 80.
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Good News Palm Ombre Tie Dye High-Top, $174
Add a bit of fun to your wardrobe with these platform tie-dye kicks from British footwear brand Good News. This pastel-hued pair is crafted with recycled rubber soles, non-hazardous dyes, hemp canvas, and organic cotton which means it’s good news for the planet. Pair a simple white dress with this chunky shoe for an enviable summer uniform.
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Gucci Rhyton Sneaker, $790
Iconic fashion house Gucci is finally getting in on the vegan leather game with the release of its first line of animal-free sneakers. Crafted from Demetra, a leather alternative created from 77 percent plant-based raw materials such as wood pulp and viscose, the Rhyton sneaker has the same supple finish as the brand’s leather styles.
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Reed x Løci Vegan Sneaker, $160
Vegetarian actress Nikki Reed teamed up with sustainable luxury brand Løci to launch a line of four vegan sneakers, which were included in this year’s Oscars nominee gift bags. The breathable low-cut sneaker comes in white, beige, sage, or yellow and is made with 100-percent recycled materials including cork, rubber, and repurposed ocean plastic.
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KUMI Classic KS Sneaker, $121
Tired of their nine-to-five jobs, co-founders Sergio Carvajal de Con and Alexandra Pardo Gómez del Cerro followed their passions to create sustainable vegan brand KUMI. With an old-school skater-inspired design, these lightweight, anti-slip sneakers come in six different colourways and add a sporty-chic look to every fit. Plus, each pair is made with recycled cork and plastic water bottles for an eco-friendly, breathable feel.
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Vessi Everyday Sneakers, $135
With its patented waterproof knit material, Vancouver-based Vessi is putting innovation to the test. This weather-proof vegan sneaker features increased arch support and is perfect to pack on vacation or throw in your car for whatever adventure the day may hold.
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So iLL x On The Roam Yaya Lavender Roamer, $109
Climbing apparel brand So iLL partnered with Aquaman and Game of Thrones actor Jason Momoa to design these brightly hued vegan shoes. The low-top, lace-up shoe features an organic cotton upper, rubber outsole, and an insole made by BLOOM Foam, a company that turns harmful algae blooms into sustainable materials.
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