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Sustainable Shoes
Why Our Shoes Are Sustainable and How They’re Made – FAQ
The Sustainable Fashion Industry - Our Contribution
What is sustainable fashion?
Sustainable fashion minimizes environmental impact by prioritizing eco-friendly, renewable materials and ethical production practices. At OUR CHOICE, we design and manufacture sustainable shoes and plastic-free leather sneakers that bring elegance and environmental responsibility together.
Sustainable shoes - an important step for the sustainable fashion industry
Did you know that 25 billion sneakers are produced annually? Did you know that the average life time of a pair is 3-12 months? The fashion industry faces two significant problems: the widespread use of plastics and the issue of over-consumption. Plastic, while cheap, is hazardous and of poor quality. This makes plastic footwear an unsustainable choice for both people and the planet (and, ultimately, your wallet).
Leather Sneakers With Rubber Soles
Why fast fashion is bad
Fast Fashion vs. Sustainable Fashion
Remember the 25 billion sneakers annually produced only lasting for 3-12 months? The fashion industry today generates an enormous amount of waste, often filling landfills with short-lived products. We believe in a circular fashion model that keeps products in circulation as long as possible. Our circular sneakers are crafted to be reused, repaired, and recycled, representing a sustainable approach that minimizes waste and supports a circular economy in fashion.
How Is OUR CHOICE Different from Fast Fashion?
Fast fashion emphasizes cheap, disposable clothing, often relying on synthetic materials that pollute the environment. We go against this by designing long-lasting, sustainable shoes crafted from renewable materials. Unlike fast fashion, where items are made to be replaced quickly, OUR CHOICE shoes are built for a lifetime of style and longevity.
Eco-Friendly shoes should be
Plastic-Free Shoes
Many “eco-friendly” brands still use recycled plastics, which can release microplastics into our ecosystems. At OUR CHOICE, we are committed to completely plastic-free shoes to prevent this harm. By using only natural and recyclable raw materials, our sustainable shoes offer an eco-friendly alternative that is long lasting and by far less resource intense compared to plastic-based footwear.
Is Leather Sustainable?
Why Choose Leather Over Plastic?
When responsibly sourced, leather is an incredibly durable material that aligns with our circular approach. OUR CHOICE leather shoes are ethically produced, crafted to last, and designed for repairability. By contrast, plastic footwear—even if recycled— will only last you a fraction of the time (we're talking 3-12 months), most likely end up in landfills and pollute the environment with microplastics. OUR CHOICE supports both style and sustainability by offering a premium, eco-friendly option that reduces waste over time.
What Are Circular Economy Shoes?
The certified leather we use to manufacture our leather shoes and leather sneakers is a by-product from the food industry. That way, leather is a natural part of a Circular Economy in which we utilize natural materials in the best possible way to decrease CO2 emissions. Circular economy shoes are designed to be reused, repaired, and eventually recycled. At OUR CHOICE, we prioritize repairable shoes that fit seamlessly into the circular economy, reducing waste and conserving resources. What does that look like? Check out our collection and shop quality white leather sneakers, black dress shoes, and fully circular sneakers - all crafted to be as elegant as they are eco-friendly. Got questions about our practices? Contact us!
Affordable Sustainable Clothing - How is it possible?
Yes. Sustainable fashion can be affordable, and accessible to all - just as it should. At OUR CHOICE, our affordable sustainable shoes combine premium materials with a design meant to last. How? Easy! We don't compromise but put all our efforts into investing in pure raw materials and designs that will last. We've been awarded for "Walking the Talk" and will keep on doing so - to achieve sustainable and affordable footwear finds for people and planet.
Sustainable Shoe Care for a Circular Economy
We care about Sustainable Shoes - Discover our Care and Repair-Service
We believe in supporting sustainable behaviors and giving you the tools to keep your shoes in top condition for as long as possible. Embracing the circular economy means creating sustainable shoes designed for durability and providing services that help reduce waste. Our re-soling service allows you to refresh your shoes with a new sole, fresh insoles, and waxed laces - giving them a renewed look and feel.
Caring for Your Shoes -
Shoe Care Products With Love
We love shoes and never stop caring. A good pair of shoes require and deserve some love - which ultimately makes them last even longer. Simple practices, like using cedar shoe trees, help maintain shape, prevent creasing, and naturally deodorize. Our upcoming shoe clean & care line will offer shoe polish, suede protectors, and a specialized shoe cleaning kit to keep your sneakers and leather shoes in great condition. Whether you’re looking after white leather sneakers or classic black dress shoes, you’ll have all the tools to look after them properly.
Shoe Cleaning Kit, Shoe Polish and Cedar Shoe Trees - All Coming Up!
In summary - we’re beyond committed to providing repairable shoes and easy-to-use care solutions that support not just you and your beloved products - but the circular economy we're headed for together. Click the button below to get notified when we launch our shoe care line!
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