8 Stylish, Summer Sandals that are 100% Vegan
Step into summer with a clear conscience thanks to these eight specially selected sandal designs, from the veganized version of the classic Birkenstock to upmarket, eco-friendly heels.
Birkenstocks
Status | offer a vegan collection
Our Pick | Arizona Microfibre Birkenstocks
Price | $79.95–$120
The classic Birkenstock sandal is a staple in many summer wardrobes, and thanks to their line of 100% vegan shoes, animal-lovers no longer have to miss out. Designed with maximum comfort and style in mind, we love the cruelty-free take on the iconic Birkenstock Arizona sandal.
Native Shoes believe in creating a better world, one step at a time. Designed with the planet, fun, and happiness in mind, their ultra-functional sandals are water-resistant and wallet-friendly. Plus, by 2023, their goal is for each and every pair of Natives Shoes to be 100% life cycle managed. Our favorites include the Spencer LX Print sliders, perfect for adding a splash of color to your summer attire.
Well-known by animal-lovers for their beautiful selection of vegan handbags, Mat & Nat are a 100% cruelty-free brand that attracted celebrity support from the likes of Natalie Portman. They also offer a collection of shoes, including summer-ready sandals. We’re obsessed with their effortlessly stylish ARTIE Women’s Flat Sandal that’s made with recycled materials and available in three colors: black, breeze, and soy.
Founded in 2006 by entrepreneur Blake Mycoskie, TOMS is known for its “One for One” business model that donates a free pair of shoes to children for every shoe sold. Although not 100% vegan, the brand does offer a wide range of animal-free options, including our favorite, the women’s Alpargata Mallow Crossover slide. Available in nine different colors, these slides have supersized proportions and puffy padded uppers to create a trendy yet comfy pair of criss-cross sandals. Psst, they’re on sale at the moment, too!
To luxury eco-friendly shoe brand AERA, doing good is as important as looking good - and we couldn’t agree more. AERA’s heeled sandals are artisanally made in Veneto, Italy, from all vegan materials, and are certified 110% sustainable. Our favorite is probably their best-selling Sally 75mm heeled sling-back sandals, designed with both comfort and elegance in mind.
Did you know that 1.5 billion tires are discarded every year? As they're almost impossible to decompose, they're being burned as a cheap alternative to fuel. This, along with tires that catch fire due to lighting storms, results in toxic oils and fumes that are harmful for human health. To help combat this waste, Indosole spent ten years perfecting their shoemaking process that transforms tires to soles by hand. The results? Thoughtfully made footwear for your everyday travels and adventures. To us, their standout product is their newest model, The Cross. Indosole mixed their signature recycled tire sole technology with vegan uppers and enviro fiber straps to create this stylish sandal.
Vegan brand Ahimsa creates all of their footwear in their ethically-minded, Brazilian-based factory. They offer a range of heeled and non-heeled sandals made from high quality and highly resistant microfibre to mimic real leather. We love these tan Noemi sandals.
8. Doc Martens
Status | offer vegan options
Our Pick | Vegan Blaire Women's Felix Gladiator Sandals
Price | $100
Doc Martens are well-known for their solid, chunky, everyday boots, and thanks to the growing demand for conscious fashion, the brand released vegan versions of their iconic boots. On top of that, they now also sell cruelty-free versions of their sandals for those summer days when it’s too hot for boots! The vegan line offers two gladiator-style options all in black.
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