Who: WHERE; UK

What: Cadi Multifunctional Boot

Where: Urban Outfitters – $198, or direct from WHERE on sale for  75 (approx $121.57 depending on exchange rate plus shipping & taxes)

Why We Love It: Very exciting news – one of our favorite European labels, WHERE, has just landed in the US and are now selling a selection of their shoes at none other than Urban Outfitters. So, now you can finally get your hands on WHERE’s cutting edge collection of ethical footwear without incurring exorbidant import fees. Click to continue »

Who: Terra Plana; London, UK

What: Doll in Multi-Quilt

Where: Terra Plana – $150 & Save 30% on all Terra Plana Ladies Classics through 12/31 with promo code “TPU30″

Why We Love It: We first discovered Terra Plana on a scouting trip to London and fell in love with their completely original style and unparalleled comfort. This 2″ kitten heel is designed to accommodate the natural shape of your foot unlike most shoes that try to cram your toes into a narrow little V.  These shoes are perfect for days when you need to be on your feet but don’t want to sacrifice style for comfort,  soooo that would be everyday… Click to continue »

Who: Olsen Haus;New York, NY

What: Black Paint Splatter Heels

Where: FunkyLaLa – on sale for $74; Also available in Army

Why: These shoes are just begging to be strapped on and taken out for a night on the town… Love the quirky angular toe, sexy and modern. Each shoe is completely unique with artistically hand-splattered paint so you are sure to be the only one in the room with these sassy heels. The subtle platform toe gives added lift to this 3.5″ heel.

Elizabeth Olsen, the designer behind Olsenhaus is committed to creating shoes that are 100% vegan, she herself has been a vegetarian for 19 years and a vegan for 2. She uses alternative, sustainable and renewable plant-based and man-made, non-animal materials such as: Click to continue »

Who: Coclico; New York, NY

What: Kelp Clam Bootie

Where: Coclico.com; $350

Why We Love ‘Em: We are completely, completely obsessed with the entire fall collection of Coclico leather shoes. The collection is edgy, classic, fashion forward and timeless all at one time, if that’s possible. Was quite a challenge to choose just one to feature this week, but since it is fall we went with the lovely Kelp Clam Bootie. Love the creamy neutral color, the delicate perforations, the shape of wooden kitten heel and the detail of the curved footbed. A complete original.

Now you may be wondering how can we feature a leather shoe? Well, this is definitely a controversial issue for US. On the one hand, yes, there is no question that leather products are not animal-friendly and unfortunately in most cases the leather tanning process is incredibly toxic and wasteful.  But Click to continue »

Who: Beyond Skin; East Sussex, UK

What: Hazel Heels

Where: Amazon – regular price $284.95, on sale for $113.98. And for those across the pond they are on sale at Beyond Skin for £79.75.

Why We Love ‘Em: We are completely obsessed with these T-strap heels from Beyond Skin. Such a classy look with just the right hint of ‘foxy.’ Great contrast in colors and texture with the high gloss of the faux patent strap (it’s made from PVC-free polyurethane and  is 100% vegan) against the muted black. And who knew that hemp fabric could look so good, Click to continue »

Who: All Black; Los Angeles, CA

What: Hot News Flats

Where: Moxsie.com – $110, free shipping & returns & 10% off if you sign up for their newsletter

Why We Love ‘Em: This cool and innovative design is a refreshing take on the classic ballet flat.  Designer Colin Lin of All Black has a knack for taking everyday materials and reworking them in unexpected ways, in this case the material is newspaper.

The  flats are made with only three and half pages of Chinese newspapers which is what gives the shoes their unique color and makes each a one-of-a-kind. Strips of newspaper are folded and then dipped into a plastic resin for weatherproofing. The strips are then handwoven by cottage industry artists (read: not mad in a factory). The soft sole adds comfort for the woman on the go. A great city shoe and great alternative to standard neutral shoes. Even without words, these flats are sure to be a conversation starter.

Who: Tia’s; Florida

What: Freestyle Sandals

Where: Tia’s; $54 for the base, $12 for vintage sari straps

Why: Imagine packing up for your next tropical vacation and just throwing one pair of shoes into the suitcase. One pair that packs flat and goes with everything… That’s the beauty of the Freestyle Tia sandal.

The highly versatile sandal consists of a vegetable tanned leather foot base with three loops for securing the sandal straps. The short instructional videoswill have you lacing up your sandals like a pro, just as easy as tying a shoe. Mix and match tie styles with an array of limited edition upcycled Indian saris to complement your outfit. Or if you are feeling thrifty, make your own straps from salvaged fabrics, old clothing, or your own vintage finds.

Insider’s tip – if you are between sizes, best to order a size up.

Need a little more heel? Try the Mohop sandal.

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Who: Cri de Couer; London, U.K.

What: Kate T-strap Flat Sandal

Where: Nimli.com; on sale for $102 & an additional 20% off with coupon code “SPRING09″

Why: Back, feet, knees and toes rejoice! It is the summer of the flats and this pair from Cri de Couer is one of our favorites. This sophisticated flat manages to blend the masculine gladiator sandal with the feminine t-strap pump. And, shocker, these flats come complate with a padded sole, unlike most flats  akin to walking on a board.

As with all Cri de Couer shoes, these canvas flats are handmade in Europe and are 100% vegan. They try to make their shoes as ethically and sustainably as possible forgoing vinyl, leather and pvc for cotton canvas, hemp and eco-friendly synthetics.  Their production process is certified carbon-neutral and to futher ‘green’ each purchase, a tree is planted by the Carbon Fund for each pair sold.

Who: NeuAura

What: Lynx Onyx Thong Sandal

Where: NeuAura.com, $99; now 20% off with coupon code SPRING09

Why: Not too high and not too low, this one is just r-ight at 3/4.” It is the perfect basic for summer mixing matte satin uppers, to dress it up, and raffia wrapped wedges, to dress it down. This wedge can easily be paired with shorts, skirts, jeans or a cocktail dress. And it even comes with a padded foot bed unlike the majority of summer sandals out there, so your feet might thank you.

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Who: Terra Plana

What: Geta Sandal in Yellow Nubuck

Where: At Terra Plana for $195

Why: How can you explain the allure of a teeteringly tall incredible uncomfortable heel that somehow manages to make you feel fabulous? Now you won’t have to sacrifice style for comfort with Terra Plana’s Geta Sandal. You will feel amazing and your feet will too in this lightweight sandal which makes it cheaper to ship and easier on your feet.  You can tread lightly with flexible soles,  a footbed of recycled memory foam providing a dreamy layer of cush in every step and sneaker-like treads made of recycled material to keep your grip in check which all adds up to a smaller eco-footprint. You can even find out how your shoe stacks up with the Eco Matrix environmental impact rating system. Click to continue »