When it comes to kicks, the rarer the better. And if you’re looking for originality, we guarantee you won’t find another pair quite like these upcycled junk-metal Jordans by artist Gabriel Dishaw. He whips metal and electronic scraps from old computers into crazy DIY shoe sculptures that will have any sneakerhead foaming at the mouth. We don’t advise wearing them due to the jagged edges, but they’re certain to be conversation starters when placed strategically on your coffee table.
Our Top 7 Favorite Green Shoes for Fall
by Yuka Yoneda, 09/06/09
Start fall off on the right foot by stepping into some sustainably stylish shoes! With so many colorful options in the hottest autumnal hues, it can be tough to choose. That’s why we’ve compiled our list of the seven most craveworthy eco-fabulous fall shoes for your viewing pleasure. Check them out!
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Brand New Vegan Shoes in the Inhabitatshop!
by Yuka Yoneda, 08/09/09
Searching for vegan-friendly footwear that is as stylish as it is ethical? Look no further – we’ve got a fresh assortment of new looks in shop and they are all super comfortable, cute and certified vegan. From easy-chic lowtops in classic colors for running around your neighborhood to sleek, equestrian-style riding boots when you want to look your most polished, check out the whole array here.
Searching for the perfect summer sandals to complete your eco-chic wardrobe?
Look no further. Melissa, the makers of our favorite jellies and flats also makes eco-chic sandals in styles that will please both your feet and your wallet. Due to several requests from customers, we have added two new styles to the Inhabitatshop – the classic Melissa Sin and the gladiator-glam Melissa Mistery!
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SUSTAINABLE STYLE: Melissa Campanas in New Colors!
CALLING ALL ECO-FASHIONISTAS & DESIGN AFICIONADOS!
In honor of NY Design Week, we’re announcing the arrival of some hot new colors of our eco-chic Melissa Campana flats. Pay homage to the legendary Campana Brothers who designed these comfy masterpieces by showcasing their work – on your feet! These superfun Melissa flats are 100% recyclable, breathable, vegan and non-toxic, and they’re an affordable way for you to own an original Campana design that is reminiscent of the amazing pieces of furniture created by this illustrious duo. Don’t miss your chance to scoop up a pair of these uber-cute and sustainably made Melissa flats!
DESIGN WEEK SALE: 25% Off Melissa Campana Flats
CALLING ALL DESIGN AFICIONADOS & ECO-FASHIONISTAS!
We know that it’s not easy to come by art designed by living legends – especially the kind that you can wear on your feet! So in honor of NY Design Week, we’re offering our eco-chic Melissa Campana flats at a chunky 25% off as an homage to the legendary Campana Brothers who designed them. Not only are these superfun Melissa slippers 100% recyclable, breathable, vegan and non-toxic, they’re also an affordable way for you to own an original Campana design that is reminiscent of the visionary pieces of furniture created by this famous duo. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to scoop up a pair of uber-cute and sustainably made Melissa flats, here it is!
SPRING SALE: 25% Off Melissa Sandals!
ATTENTION ECO-FASHIONISTAS!Now that spring has officially sprung, your feet want to be free! Happily, Brazilian shoe brand Melissa allows vegan and eco-conscious fashionistas to free their feet while keeping a small environmental footprint. We love Melissa’s spring collection of fun jellies, flats and sandals so much that we have decided to hold a big sale – FOR ONE WEEK ONLY – on all Melissa spring sandals and jellies.
Olsen Haus Pure Vegan Sandals for Spring!
Love the look of leather, but can’t stand the thought of skinning ole Bessie? If so, Olsen Haus has got you covered. Even if you don’t have any bovine pets, these 100% stylish, 100% cruelty-free sandals will keep your feet guilded in guilt-free splendor all throughout the warmer months. Did we mention that they’re sexy, functional and comfortable too? Check, check and check! And you can find both at the vegan-friendly eco conscious Inhabitat shop!
Sustainable Style SALE: Eco-Chic PJUX Heels 50% Off!
It’s spring — and not a moment too soon! It’s finally time to break out those cute heels and girly girly shoes that have been in storage all winter. If you are looking to add something sexy and new to your wardrobe for …
Zaha Hadid turns shoe designer, teams up with Melissa
Architects love to dabble on projects of smaller scales, and now iconic architect Zaha Hadid is joining the ranks of architect-dabblers by announcing her foray into shoe design! The always provocative architect is someone we love to criticize here at Inhabitat for her obsessive formalism, but we must say that we are thrilled to see her burgeoning interest in sustainable design take the form of a partnership with Brazilian eco shoe design company Melissa.
SUSTAINABLE STYLE: Species by the Thousands Shoes
Keds-style shoes might be easy to come by pretty much anywhere, but how often do you find designs this cute, and this original, that are also eco-friendly? Brooklyn design duo, Species by the Thousands, has created a whole new eco-freaky spin on Keds with their hand-painted canvas slip-ons featuring silhouetted critters and funky flora and fauna. Designers Erica Bradbury and Michele Colomer have a pretty dark sense of humor, too, with their quirky tag line, “How do crazy people go through the forest? They take the psycho path.” If you are obsessed with finding and sporting the latest in edgy green fashion, look no further, as Species by the Thousands will be presenting their designs at the Project Earth Day Eco-Fashion Show here in NYC on April 24th (that’s tomorrow kids!) Inhabitat’s Sustainable Style team is really looking forward to this parade of exotic species on the runway – as sustainable style gets a bit wild for the crowd.
VEJA: The Ethical Sneaker
In a time when crazy-colored kicks continue to emerge to feed the huge sneaker culture, Veja stands apart from the noise. Their simple, well-made designs make it easy to be ethical. Veja is a Paris-based company producing in Brasil. The shoes are made from natural latex rubber, vegetable-tanned leather and organic cotton. Wild rubber trees are only found in the Amazon and supporting wild latex production helps prevent deforestation in this region. Additionally, through their sourcing of local organic cotton, Veja supports two cooperatives of small producers. Here’s to feeding your shoe fetish in green style.
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