Eco Shoes for Spring

Posted on March 27, 2013 by admin

I definitely heard my mum say that there was a heat wave on its way quite soon. I won’t really believe it until it happens, but I see no harm in getting ready for that warmer weather just in case. I have been checking out some of the latest styles of shoes for spring in the green (eco section) at Spartoo. If you haven’t checked it out yet I would definitely recommend as they have one of the most extensive selections of eco shoes that I have seen anywhere.

Here is what has caught my eye for spring.

These sandals by Swedish Hasbeens have a kind of chunky charm to them. I love the colour and the fact that the chunky heel is going to be fairly easy to walk in. They will look good with so many of my dresses for summer. In case you are wondering about the ethics behind the Swedish Hasbeens brand, they are still handmaking their shoes in the traditional way using ecologically prepared natural grain leather. Their production methods are kind to both people and planet.

Dream in Green are one of my favourite Eco shoe brands. I have a pair of shoe boots from them which are super comfy and go with everything I have worn them constantly throughout the winter. So for Spring I was really interested to see that they have some great flat shoes which would again go with everything.

These Guertine Ballerina pumps are made from vegetable tanned leather an eco friendly alternative to conventional leather which uses a cocktail of chemicals in the tanning process.

I am also a big fan of Timberland for their high quality, practical and stylish clothes and shoes. This pair of sandals have a simple style and incredibly versatile. The tan colour and cork wedge heel (apparently) helps to lengthen the leg and with legs as short as mine, I can do with all of the help I can get. Another fantastic pair of shoes for wearing with all of my summer dresses.

Are you ready for spring? which of these styles would you wear?

With warmest wishes

Ceri x

Eco Boots in the Sale

Posted on January 12, 2013 by admin

A good pair of winter boots is most definitely a staple of my winter wardrobe (and I guess most other peoples). They need to look great, be super comfortable to walk in and able to keep my feet toasty warm no matter what the British weather throws at us. On top of all that I need a pair of boots which will go with lots of items in my wardrobe, are ethically made and have a minimum impact on the environment and finally don’t cost too much.

Not much to ask for, right?

Luckily there is a fantastic sale on at Spartoo at the moment. If you haven’t already checked out Spartoo before they have a fantastic ‘green’ section stocking some of my favourite eco friendly brands of shoes including Dream in Green, Timberland Earthkeeper and Pikolinos. The majority of the styles are also timeless so it doesn’t really matter if you buy them in the sale, they will still look great for years to come and being high quality brands they are also likely to last for years to come. Anyone enough of me waffling on. I though I would share some of my favourite picks from the Spartoo ‘green’ sale.

These Dream in Green Boots are made from vegetable tanned leather and reduced from £132.99 to £66.50!

These Timberland Earthkeeper Rudston boots will go with anything from jeans to dresses. Timberland also have a transparent supply chain and use eco friendly materials to make their Earthkeeper boots. They are reduced from £141.99 to £78.10.

These boots by eco brand Pikolinos are both stylish and snuggly (the fur is faux btw), They have been reduced from £145.99 to £87.60.

Have you seen any amazing eco bargains in the sales?

With warmest wishes

Ceri x

Eco Shoes – Summer Sale

Posted on August 16, 2012 by admin

Summer sales are a great time to buy eco shoes as they are super affordable. Eco friendly shoes are usually really made well and extra comfortable so will last for years.

Spartoo have got some fantastic eco friendly shoes on sale at the moment, you may well recognise some of them which from one of my favourite shoe brands Dream in Green which I am pretty sure I have posted about a few times before. I really love those wedge heels and candy colours! There are also some other fantastic sustainable brands including Terra Plana. All of these shoes are reduced to under £50 and In my book that definitely constitutes a real bargain as long as you actually need them.

Milva by Dream in Green – reduced by 50%

Cook by Dream in Green reduced by 45%

Anapurna by Dream in Green 40% off

Betty Print Sandals by Terra Plana

Formenterra Vecho Sandals by Pikolinos – reduced by 40%

Have you bought anything in the sales? and do you wait to the sales so that you can buy better than you would usually be able to afford?

With warmest wishes

Ceri x

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Product Review – SPAIR Sandals

Posted on August 14, 2012 by admin

Do you ever wish you could slip out of your heels and into a pair of cool flip flops instead?

I was recently sent a pair of SPAIR Sandals which cleverly fold into a little pouch which will easily fit into most handbags. Should you need to wear them, them, the little pouch turns into a bag that can be used to carry your shoes home. I have seen similar ideas on the market before, but what I really loved about Spair sandals is that they are 100% Recycled tires and earth-friendly leatherette.

They are actually a kind of solution to an environmental issue as stated on their website

improper disposal of over 300 million rubber tires per year is a serious risk to our health and environment. Disease-carrying pests and mosquitos breed in the stagnant water that collects in tire piles, and spread deadly viruses like West Nile, encephalitis, and malaria.

Whilst I haven’t had the chance to do a manicure to show off the actual sandals that I was sent, I have given them a try and can confirm that they are super comfy. I think they would be fantastic for weddings when I almost always feel the need to kick my shoes off by the end of the day so that I can strut my stuff on the dance floor.

The shoes are available in 3 colours in the US from www.spairsandals.com

Would you find these useful?

With warmest wishes

Ceri x

Pikolinos – Ethical Sandals

Posted on April 21, 2012 by admin

I have mentioned in the past that Spartoo has one of the best selections of ethical sandals and shoes around including some fantastic brands like Melissa and Dream in Green. Today I wanted to share with you a Spanish ethical shoe brand Pikolinos.

I have a pair of Pikolinos shoes and they are fantastic quality, really well made with lots of attention to detail and also incredibly comfy. They are the sort of shoes that I really treasure and enjoy wearing. The brand concentrates creating on natural shoes made by artisans with respect for the environment. The leathers used to make their shoes are vegetable tanned and are chromium free.

For spring summer, they have some really beautiful beaded and cut out sandals which would be perfect for wearing with boho, ethnic and festival fashion type of outfits!

Sandals – Formentera

Formentera Dust Black Sandals

Moriara Black Sandals

Alcudia Lola Sandals

I would wear these ethical sandals with all sorts of outfits from casual dresses to maxi skirts and jeans for summer. Now all we need is a bit of sunshine.

With warmest wishes

Ceri x

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30 Days of Ethical Fashion – Ethletic Shoes

Posted on December 31, 2011 by admin

Baseball boots are a classic piece of casual clothing. The perfect comfortable choice of footwear which look great with so many different outfits from jeans to dresses.

Ethletic trainers are made by Fair Corp a company that makes sports and fashion products whilst putting people and the planet first. The shoes and boots are made from Fairtrade and organic cotton and Fairtrade rubber. By purchasing organic cotton Ethletic trainers you can help farmers in India to improve life for themselves and their families. Other Fair Corp projects and factories help those in Pakistan. The Fairtrade schemes have a variety of benefits including safe drinking water schemes, eye clinics and education.

Ethlectic trainers are available in a variety of colours in both hi top and low top styles. You can find out more about Ethletic Trainers from www.thefaircorp.com. They are also stocked at Fashion Conscience.

Check out the rest of my 30 Days of Ethical Fashion series here.

With warmest wishes

Ceri X

30 Days of Ethical Fashion – One Moment Running Shoes

Posted on December 30, 2011 by admin

I have recently taken up running and have read lots about barefoot running which some say is the best way to run. There are a number of different barefoot running shoes on the market but when I saw the latest trend 01M or One Moment Running Shoes, I just couldn’t help but share it, partly because I am guessing they will get a mixed response and I would love to know what others think.

On the one hand, the brightly coloured shoes immediatly makes me think of Crocs (which I really hate) and as much as many may proclaim bare foot running to be great, I really can’t imagine running any distance in any shoe without cushioning in it. But on the other hand I do spend most of the summer months walking around in barefeet and I am strangely drawn to the minimalist style and bright colours. I can’t really work out exactly what I would wear with them though at the moment.

The best bit is that they only cost £8 and they are small and flexible enough to fold up in your pocket. I definitely see how they might come in useful in the summer months when those high heels just get too much. They are also eco friendly because they are made from 100% natural materials which will biodegrade after they have been thrown away.

What do you think would you wear them? and what would you wear them with?

For further information visit www.onemoment.es/en/

Tommorrow is the last day of my 30 Days of Ethical Fashion Series, you can check out all of the posts here.

With warmest wishes

Ceri x