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No Sweat Black & White Trainers

Katy — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:09:56 +0000

These No Sweat Black & White Trainers are a sweatshop-free, fashionable alternative to the big brands, that don’t cost the earth.

The trainers are made from black canvas with rubber soles. The No Sweat solidarity logo appears on the tongue.

No Sweat is the brand name of a manufacturer of union made footwear. The trainers are produced by independent trade union members in the USA, Canada, and the developing world.

No Sweat defines the market for goods that support independent trade unions – the only historically proven solution to sweatshops. In doing so they create a great product and a living wage for the workers who make them.

Sizes 12-5 (UK sizes).

Price: £35.00

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Simple Toest Knitted Hemp Boots

Katy — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:57:13 +0000

These Simple Toest Knitted Hemp Boots are practical, durable and stylish, but above all they’re comfortable. Perfect for when the weather gets colder.

Made from beeswax-coated hemp (the layer of beeswax on top of the hemp gives it a touch more water resistance), these boots have a cosy organic cotton and hemp blend knitted leg for pull up or fold down, making them look good and feel great.

Hemp is a great material for footwear because it is one the strongest, most durable and breathable fibres available. It grows quickly, and it’s a very sustainable crop, helping to ensure that the production of these boots is low impact.

Available in Black only. Sizes 3-8 (UK sizes).

Price: £135.00

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BoBo Ertha Hemp Shoes

Katy — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:42:42 +0000

These BoBo Ertha Hemp Shoes from Bourgeois Boheme’s Earth Goddess range are an easy-going ankle-strap Mary-Jane. Remove the ankle-strap and Ertha becomes a sweet summer pump.

Made from oat-coloured organic hemp and featuring a pretty floral textile lining, Ertha is comfortable, feminine, earth-friendly and versatile.

Bourgeois Boheme is an ethical business with an attitude of compassion towards humans, animals and the environment.

Sizes 3-8 (UK shoe size).

Price: £58.95

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BoBo Karuna Ballerina Pumps

Katy — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 06:43:40 +0000

These elegant black BoBo Karuna Ballerina Pumps are perfect for dressing up or down. Made from vegan leather with a delicate white trim and bow.

Footwear for the Ethically Conscious embossed on the sole of each shoe. Karuna means ‘kindness’ and is from Bourgeois Boheme’s exclusive ‘Jiva Soul’ range.

Bourgeois Boheme is an ethical business with an attitude of compassion towards humans, animals and the environment.

These shoes are handcrafted in India.

Sizes 3-8 (UK shoe size).

Price: £38.50

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BoBo Priya Leopard Print Shoes

Katy — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 19:36:45 +0000

These gorgeous BoBo Priya Leopard Print Shoes are perfect for everyday wear or a night out. Printed textile with red suedette detail.

Footwear for the Ethically Conscious embossed on the sole of each shoe. Priya means ‘beloved’ and is from Bourgeois Boheme’s exclusive ‘Jiva Soul’ range.

Bourgeois Boheme is an ethical business with an attitude of compassion towards humans, animals and the environment.

These shoes are handcrafted in India.

Sizes 3-8 (UK shoe size).

Price: ~~£44.00~~ £36.00

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Geta Peep-Toe Sling Back Shoes

Katy — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 06:23:53 +0000

These Geta peep-toe sling back shoes are the ultimate in style and sustainability.

The double mount is not only lightweight but flexible too! A sexy super high heel shoe that’s good for you? Can it be true?

Made from canvas, nubuck and vegetable tanned leather, with a recycled memory foam lining this shoe is the ultimate in high heel comfort.

Available in Green (shown), Yellow and Brown.

Sizes: 3-8 (UK)
Price: £110.00 + delivery
From: Terra Plana

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Vivo Barefoot Sports Sandals

Katy — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 06:26:13 +0000

These Vivo ‘barefoot’ sports sandals are a new addition to the Vivo range.

Perfect for more strenuous outdoor activities. Feel the rocks, stones and undulating terrain as nature intended. Barefoot!

An ultra-high abrasion and puncture resistant sole makes it possible to wear shoes while enjoying the advantages of walking barefoot! The recycled mesh makes it ‘super eco’ too.

The sandals can be worn with Vivo Barefoot Memory Foam insoles (available separately).

Available in Grey Nubuck (shown) and Red Suede.

Sizes: 3-9 (UK)
Price: £60.00 + delivery
From: Terra Plana

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Lucretia Asymmetric Flat Sandals

Katy — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 06:49:26 +0000

These Lucretia asymmetric flat sandals are lightweight for the summer and super stylish.

Made from vegetable tanned leathers for the upper and lining, recycled memory foam in the insole for superior comfort and recycled rice rubber for the sole.

Vegetable tanned leather is a natural alternative to chrome tanning. The leather is prepared using vegetable extracts that create beautiful deep tones.

Available in Tan (shown), White and Brown.

Sizes: 3-8 (UK)
Price: £65.00 + delivery
From: Terra Plana

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Pink Low-cut Sneakers by Ethletic

Katy — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 11:06:12 +0000

These Pink Low Cut Sneakers by Ethletic are perfect for sport or just hanging out.

Made from 100% organic cotton canvas with a tough rubber sole made from FSC-certified Rubber. The FSC stamp is engraved in the sole of every pair.

Look good, feel good and be ethical!

Sizes: 4-10 (UK)
Price: £42.09 + delivery
From Nigel’s Eco Store

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Hemp Icon Unisex Sneakers

Katy — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 15:11:41 +0000

These Hemp Icon Unisex Sneakers have an upper made from hardwearing, breathable hemp, an inner made of cotton and a sole made from 60% natural caoutchouc and 40% rubber.

Unisex style shoes. Available in various colours.

Sizes: 4-9 (UK)
Price: £39.95 + delivery
From: Natural Collection

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