The sun is shining, the snow is melting (hopefully), and like the flowers in bloom, it’s nearly time for pent up toes to emerge from those cute, but totally stifling, boots you’ve been wearing all winter. Fortunately, we’ve got the lowdown on the latest shoe trends for spring and summer. From lace-up stilettos and flats, to chunky-heeled platforms and pumps, there are lots of delicious, swoon-worthy shoes that you’ll be dying to get your hands on, erm, feet in. Plus, our selections are not only hot to trot, but every sandal on this list is also vegan.   

Lace-Up Sandals

Strappy, stringy shoes are still having a moment in the realm of footwear fashion. Kinda like bondage for your feet, these trendy shoes are great for making a statement and for elevating an ordinary outfit in a snap–plus they’re super sexy.

Spring and summer are definitely the times to partake in trendy looks like these since you’ll be wearing more leg-baring bottoms like skirts, shorts, and rompers. Don’t be afraid to have fun, either. Whether they’re ruffled, buckled, or topped with a bow, there’s a style out there for everyone.

1. Sun Kiss Lace-Up Flat Sandals

2. Jemi Lace-Up Polka Dot Wedges

3. Arielle Tan Lace-Up Sandals

Flatform Sandals

Rather than the inclined platform of yore, this year is seeing an insurgence of the flatform. “Flat” because of the plateaued base, and “form” because it still has height like a platform shoe, these are the ultimate inch-lending comfort sandals for spring and summer.

Perfect for pairing with cropped pants and dresses, these will make your legs look like they go on for miles. These come in sporty and dressy styles, some of which are casual enough to wear with your athleisure looks, while others are perfect for a night out.

4. Quarter Strap Purple Platform Sandal

5. Tuxedo Sandals in Pewter

Kitten Heel Sandals

With a small one to two inch heel, this trendy shoe is designed for comfort, as well as style, and is meant to be a staple in your closet now and forever. The ladylike look was spotted traipsing down the catwalks during the SS 2017 fashion shows and we’re definitely not complaining.

Great for work or play, this traditionally thin, slightly curved heel is sometimes designed to be chunky, bulbous, architectural, and more unusual than ever. Wear them with your power suit or your favorite spring dress.

6. Arden Wohl x CDC Vienna Sandal

7. Janessa Stone T-Strap Heels

Block Heel Sandals

Whether solidly stacked, or look-at-me lucite, the chunky heel is a welcome departure from the slender, and sometimes difficult to wear, stiletto shoe. Regardless if they’re cylindrical or square, these heels are a trendy and arguably more comfortable way to rock your shoes this spring.

What’s great is that chunky heels basically go with everything and are appropriate for a variety of settings. We would especially like to see them paired with a full-length jumpsuit or rolled up boyfriend jeans and a knotted tee, but the pairing possibilities are truly endless. From work to weekend, chunky heels are a classic and sophisticated take on footwear.

8. Eloise Gold High Heel Sandals

9. Arden Wohl x CDC Marceline Sandal

Embellished Sandals

From floral prints and ruffles, to metal studs and buckles, embellished shoes are trending for spring. When it comes to purchasing these, it’s important to think of them as a statement-making investment because they’re not likely to be the type that you can wear with everything. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t match your outfits to your shoes.

Whether you opt for a clear flatform filled with your favorite childhood figurines, or a sophisticated and ladylike floral print, there’s a trendy look that’s sure to mesh with your personal style. This is definitely the time to have fun with your coordinating fashion choices, and it’s totally encouraged to get all theme-y with your looks if that’s where your heart is at.

10. Accalia Whiskey Brown Pom Pom Sandals

11. Emerson Studded Platform Sandal

Now that you’ve got the scoop on trendy sandals that are also vegan, head over to the EcoSalon Facebook page to tell us which ones are your favorites!

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It’s your lucky day, because we’ve just made finding the perfect vegan handbags, boots, and shoes for fall easier than ever (cue sighs of relief).

But before we get down to business, can anyone tell me whether or not a 30-year-old woman (who’s like 17-ish at heart) is too old to make a Christmas list? Yes? No? Well, whatever it is, I hope you enjoy my picks as much as we do!

GUNAS

This high-fashion, independent label is touted as being America’s first 100 percent vegan handbag brand, but it doesn’t stop there – this brand also promises that your purchases are also completely sweatshop-free. Started by animal lover Sugandh G. Agrawal in 2009, after quitting her job as an industrial designer at KitchenAid, this handbag line is a trendy, high-end name that all cruelty-free fashion lovers should know. “With styles ranging from totes, satchels, cross-body bags, wallets and backpacks GUNAS has a bag to suit your every mood and lifestyle.” #Yas

1. The Radiance

Because sometimes you just need a dressy clutch. This pretty little purse is perfect for going out, special events, and those times when you want to look glamorous. Crafted from recycled metal hardware, recycled plastic bottle lining, and all vegan textured eco polyurethane, this gem of a bag is a must-have for fall fêtes.

2. The Cottontail

Super feminine, and also on trend with that rose quartz hue, this is such a sweet bag for fall. The dusty color is perfect for brown, tan, and cream pairings, and would work just as well for work as is would for the weekend. The faux leather is actually made from textured eco polyurethane, and 18k gold plated details are made from recycled metal. Carry this bow adorned bag anytime you need a little extra girlyness in your life.

Matt & Nat

A leader in vegan handbags, and now also featuring a shoe collection, which I’m definitely digging, this cruelty-free company has its head and heart in the right place. Inspired by “Mat(t)erial and Nature,” that is how this business derived its name and vision. Since 1995, the company has been using vegan materials, and since 2007, has been using recycled plastic for handbag liners. Matt & Nat’s designs never disappoint, always upholding the company’s motto to “live beautifully.”

3. The Aki

Referred to as a belt bag by Matt & Nat, let’s just go ahead and call it what it really is: a fanny pack. But, it’s also the hippest waist-slung pouch I’ve seen, and the one you didn’t know you needed…until now. This is the ultimate holiday shopping must-have, not to mention a piece that you can use year round thanks to its sheer convenience factor. The Aki is also, dare I say it, kinda cool. I like this color combo because it’s not in your face with the whole fanny pack idea, lending a chic vibe with sleek lines.

4. The Kishu

Wow, not only is the architecture of this hobo bag striking, but it was super difficult to choose between the colors this beauty comes in. The handbag featured here is in Plum, but there’s also Artichoke, Pimento, Cement, and Black, which you’ll just have to see for yourself on the website. This is the perfect, slightly oversized carry-all bag for fall, and a piece that’s perfect for work or weekend.

5. The Knight

Matt & Nat’s shoes definitely deserved a place on this list, especially because they’re so beautiful, and perfect for the chic, modern woman who would also love the selection of cruelty-free handbags. This cut-out ankle bootie in Chili, boasts a beautiful, warm color, with a keen attention to detail that will definitely set these shoes apart from others this season. Perfect for wearing with jeans, long skirts, and just about anything you can put a pair of tights with. Don’t pass these by!

6. The Potter

Um, yes please! This hip sneaker-boot is for sure on my wish list this year. These would be so freaking cool with skinny jeans and flannels, oversized cableknit sweaters and leggings, and all sorts of other casual outfits, which is how I like to roll in the fall. Holiday shop all day in these vegan lace-ups.

Cri de Coeur

Cri de Coeur has, by far, the hippest selection of vegan shoes around. They just call out to me in a way that not many other shoes do, especially if you’re looking for something statement making or even a little off the cuff. Fortunately, the geniuses behind this brand, whose name happens to translate to “cry from the heart,” have a soft spot for animals that we can all get behind. Gina and Julie are proud of the high quality materials they’ve chosen, the company’s celebrity following, and the manufacturing process, which is described as being “ethically produced from harvest to high-street.”

7. The Lorelei

Yes, yes, and more yes. These super sweet, pointy toe ankle tie flats in vegan suede are the cutest and most unique shoes for fall I’ve seen in a good while. Perfect for pairing with sweater dresses, tights, and even trousers for work, these autumn beauties are just too adorbs to pass up. You can also rest assured that these align with your values, as they contain no animal-derived materials and are made in an ethical, sweatshop-free factory.

8. The Leilana

I was sold at “oxfords,” but with the spotted exterior, these hip shoes that could fall into the menswear category are just so cool and wearable. These all vegan kicks are made from faux calf hair to create that leopard look, but they come in other colors that are a tad more tame. The wood heel is a beautiful contrast, making these surprisingly practical to wear with skater skirts and knee-high socks, slim leg trousers and sweaters for work, and even a pair of cuffed shorts outfitted with opaque tights.

9. The Arden

Vegan boots can be hard to come by, especially when you’re looking for a cruelty pair that reaches or exceeds knee height. Luckily, Cri de Coeur has an awesome selection of really trendy boots and several tall styles to choose from, including this really cool pair of knee-high boots that contain zero animal anything. These are the perfect wear everywhere pair of boots you need for fall.

Wipe that drool off your chin, and go to the EcoSalon Facebook page to tell us which vegan handbags, boots, and shoes are your favorites!

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Vegan shoes are always in demand and who doesn’t love a pair of stylish flats?! They’re versatile, comfy, and cruelty-free – a combination that would be music to any animal lover’s ears.

We’ve got flats for every occasion, in a variety of materials, and they’re suitable for a wide range of styles. Plus, with spring just around the corner, we’ve included some peep toe options that will make you want to get a post-winter pedi, like now. No matter your fashion preferences, we’re certain you’ll not only enjoy this post, but that you’ll find something you’d love to wear, too!

1. Floral Flats

Just as the shoe says, “Life is beautiful!” so why not wear your passionate attitude under foot with these adorable vegan flats from Toms. The ethical slip-ons don’t contain any animal derived materials and for every purchase made from Toms, the company will give a new pair of shoes to a child in need. From skinny jeans to shorts, these would look adorable with just about everything.

2. Leopard Flats

No animals were harmed in the making of these shoes, so feel free to unleash your wild side in the leopard peep toe flats that will add a touch of fun and unexpected whimsy to every outfit. These sleek vegan slides would look ultra chic with cigarette pants or tailored shorts.

3. Vibrant Flats

If you don’t have a sunny disposition already, then these shoes are bound to create that for you. The vibrant yellow is sure to put a smile on your face, brightening up your day every time you slip them on. The Oka-B slingbacks are not only vegan, but they can also be sanitized in your dishwasher. How cool is that?!

4. Casual Flats

Don’t be green with envy – pick up a pair of the d’Orsay style peep toe slip-ons for yourself. The emerald and white fabric is made exclusively by DELLA which is a woman-owned and operated Los Angeles-based business working with West Africa to produce socially responsible textiles. Pair these vegan beauties with sundresses, skirts, rompers, and more.

5. Gladiator Flats

Reminiscent of blue skies and deep blue oceans, these vegan shoes are perfect for the impending warm weather. Made from Melflex, which is a one hundred percent recyclable material, the gladiator style flats even have a raspberry scent infused into the eco-friendly plastic.

6. Rosy Flats

Everything is coming up roses in these highly unique floral flats that feature a contemporary cut out design. Made from PVC MELFLEX, the ballet style flats are hypoallergenic, water resistant, and recyclable. Plus, they’re easy to clean thanks to the removable insole.

7. Embellished Flats

If art, design, technology, and sustainability collided then the Doris II flat by Melissa would be the product – and a beautiful on it is. With a soft baby pink and embellished t-strap, these shoes are not only pretty but they’re also good for the environment. The vegan flats utilize thermoplastic technology in order to weather and water proof them and they’re made in Fair Labor factories in Brazil.

8. Spotted Flats

Get spotted in these black and white smoking slippers that will go with so many outfits for spring. They’ll be great teamed with colors, bold or soft, and perfect with denim in a variety of washes. Wear these versatile and stylish vegan shoes to the office, on a date, or to the grocery store.

9. Lace-Up Flats

These sexy “suede” lace-up flats draw attention to your beautiful ankles and accentuate your feet and legs thanks to the peek-a-boo cut-outs on either side of the shoe. These are sweet and elegant and would look lovely with a date night dress or with something as casual as a pair of shorts.

We hope you’ve enjoyed our vegan shoes in a variety of flat styles. These will get you everywhere you need to go comfortably, in style, and without weighing heavily on your conscience. Let us know what you liked best on the EcoSalon Facebook page

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Finding vegan shoes and boots for fall may take a bit more time than looking for regular shoes, but it’s worth it. And since I’m forever on a quest to fulfill all your vegan shoe fantasies, I have created this handy-dandy list to help get you started.

Not only does animal-based fashion harm the innocent, it also heavily pollutes the environment. The hide tanning process is highly toxic, as is the waste run-off that finds its way into our water supplies from animal agriculture – and this only skims the surface of the hidden atrocities we seldom hear about.

If it wasn’t for synthetic and recycled materials, we compassionate, conscious animal lovers would be subjected to wearing leather, suede, snakeskin, and other parts that once belonged to living, breathing beings. And let’s face it – the fall season is synonymous with suede and leather. Fortunately, vegan shoes are becoming easier to locate and are more budget-friendly than ever.

And now, just in time for fall, we’ve rounded up some super cool vegan kicks that are fitting for five of the hottest fashion categories around.

1. Bohemian Beauty

                           Vegan Tulsi Boot from Free People by Coconuts by Matisse, $88

These gorgeous booties are sure to be a staple in your bohemian fall fashion repertoire. Brought to you by Matisse for Free People, the highly-coveted vegan suede ankle boots boast free flowing tassels, leg lengthening slits, and perfectly sized three inch heels. The Vegan Tulsi Boot, shown in natural, is crafted from faux suede material, which is an excellent fall textile that completely omits animal skins altogether.

Three Ways to Wear:

1. Bell bottom jeans paired with a flowing, off the shoulder, high-low blouse, belt with an ornate buckle, and your favorite bohemian headband.

2. Homemade distressed cut off shorts with a long sleeve crop top, long and flowy sleeveless cardigan, chunky necklace, and a matching fedora.

3. An oversized cable knit sweater layered over a printed maxi dress with tights, an arm full of bangles and your favorite round sunnies.

2. Posh Prepster

                     Bolen Tassel Heel from Moo Shoes by Le Bunny Bleu, $69.99

The Bolen Tassel Heel by Le Bunny Bleu is super cute with just the right amount of prep for the Ivy Leaguer in your life, or at least those who want to dress like one. A great faux suede and leatherette find, this two-toned pump is completely vegan and absolutely perfect for fall. Purchase these from the always cruelty-free Moo Shoes for the perfect addition to your prepster wardrobe.

Three Ways to Wear:

1. Try a solid pleated skirt with knee-highs, a V-neck varsity sweater, thick-rimmed glasses and your philosophy textbook.

2. Layer a quilted vest over a crisp button down shirt with cuffed skinny jeans and a cute bow style barrette.

3. Top a plain white tee with a camel blazer, pair with slim-fit navy blue pencil slacks, and don a pretty fish tail braid.

3. Glamour Girl

                                 My Delicious Aveta Vegan Suede Stiletto from LuLu’s, $24

Boasting the most popular Pantone color of the year, LuLu’s Marsala hued pumps are just right for all of your glamorous fall ensembles. The closed toe and sweet ankle strap with buckle detail give these heels just the right amount of coverage for all of your autumn outfits. With sexy four inch stiletto heels, these vegan beauties are perfect for the glamour (and animal) loving gals.

Three Ways to Wear:

1. Pair these heels with a black, knee length, long sleeve turtleneck dress with a matching scarf and black lace-textured tights for a sleek look.

2. Because nothing says glamorous more than sequins, wear a barely cropped, ultra-soft sweater with a sparkly clutch and a pair of strap-skimming jeans for a simple and stylish outfit

3. For a holiday party or evening out, wear these shoes with wide-leg satin pants, a curve hugging bustier, and a form-fitting blazer.

4. Sophisticated Siren

                        Lindsay Vegan Ankle Boot from Bourgeois Boheme, $184

If your middle name is Classic, with a hefty dose of practicality, then these black and white faux suede and leatherette boots with contrasting lotus flower print from Bourgeois Boheme are sure to mesh well with your closet full of separates. Not only are these an excellent classic fall staple, but these vegan boots, with their unique details, are far from boring.

Three Ways to Wear:

1. A classic, belted winter white sweater dress, opaque tights, and a navel-grazing necklace would be a homerun with these vegan ankle boots.

2. Try them with boot cut jeans, a striped sweater, coordinating scarf, and your trusty messenger bag for a casual weekend look.

3. Wear a pencil skirt with a belted peplum blouse, and sheer tights. If it’s extra chilly, top it off with a sophisticated double-breasted trench coat.

5. Punk Princess $130

                                           Vegan 1460 Boots from Dr. Martens, $130

Nothing screams punk princess quite like a pair of vegan shoes from Dr. Martens. Fulfill all your alternative fantasies that Mom and Dad wouldn’t condone with a pair of these sturdy boots complete with signature yellow stitching. The air-cushioned sole, 8-eyelet combat style, and Goodyear welt, are sure to get you everywhere you need to be this fall.

Three Ways to Wear:

1. If the classic grunge look from the ’90s is calling your name, channel your inner Angela from “My So Called Life” with these boots paired with leggings, your boyfriend’s flannel shirt, jean vest and a cozy beanie.

2. A plaid A-line skirt, shredded tights, oversized sweater, and a cute cat-eared headband would give an unexpected edge to this schoolgirl inspired outfit.

3. Wear these to the office with a quirky menswear look consisting of pencil leg slacks, suspenders, and a long sleeve white button down. Throw on a tie if you’re feeling daring.

Now that you’ve seen the fall roundup, let us know what you think! Which of these style categories, if any, do you consider yours and would you dare to wear any of these vegan shoes? Let us know in the comments.

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