10 Conscious Boots and Booties to Keep You Warm and Fashionable This season
When searching for a pair of consciously made boots, looking for durability as well is really important. At some point, we may need to trudge through the rain and snow, so ideally they'll be able to withstand such harsh weather.
Here are some conscious fashion brands that prioritize transparency, fair wages for their makers, mindfully sourced and durable materials, and timeless design. As always, first treasure-hunt for secondhand options, then shop the brands below to help keep your feet warm, stylish, and happy this season!
Nisolo
Highlights: Transparently made by artisans in Peru, Mexico, and Kenya; vegetable-tanned leather in select styles
Investment: $$$
By Far x Reformation
Highlights: Handmade in a small family-owned atelier using deadstock suede rescued from luxury Italian boutique tanneries
Investment: $$$$
Handmade Matters
Highlights: Handmade by artisans in Colombia who work with vegetable tanned, eco-certified leather
Investment: $$$
ABLE
Highlights: Transparently handcrafted in Ethiopia, Mexico, Peru, and Tennessee; provides employment for vulnerable women
Investment: $$$
Fortress of Inca
Highlights: Handmade by artisans in Peru who work with vegetable-tanned leather; fair trade; timeless designs
Investment: $$$
Everlane
Highlights: Consciously made in factories; prioritizes transparency; uses durable materials
Investment: $$$
Bourgeios Boheme
Highlights: Select styles made with Pinatex (pineapple leather); transparently handcrafted by Portuguese artisans
Investment: $$$
Susi Studio
Highlights: Uses vegan recycled microsuede and rubber; made in a woman-owned factory
Investment: $$$$
Coclico
Highlights: Handcrafted in Spain out of locally-sourced materials; offset carbon emissions
Investment: $$$$
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This is a reference only. Conscious Fashion Collective is not responsible for the brands we feature based off of publicly provided information. For specific information on products and pricing, please refer to each brand's website and reach out to its brand reps to ensure its products fit the values, ethics, and criteria you're looking for.