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Allbirds are my number one organic shoe recommendation!
They replace petroleum-based synthetics with natural alternatives such as wool, tree fiber, and sugar cane. Theyāre soft, breathable, and better for the planet
They use in their sustainable shoes the most sustainable material available:Ā
Allbirds Sustainability goals:
Allbirds Flight Plan in 2021: cutting carbon footprint in half by the end of 2025, then reducing it to near zero by 2030. Now, more than 60% of the way towards their goals for 2025.
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šAllbirds are the world's first net-zero carbon shoes.Ā
Incredibly soft and comfortable, and has a low carbon footprint. Made with superfine New Zealand Merino wool, which they developed into our very own material with a premium Italian mill.
šĀ Itās soft and itch-free on the inside, durable on the outside, and ethically sourced to ZQ Merinoās high standards for a cozy fit that treads lightly on the planet.
Contoured and delightfully bouncy, our Brazilian sugarcane midsole is called SweetFoamā¢
šĀ The layered castor bean oil, which emits less carbon than petroleum-based foam, and ZQ Merino wool for a cushiony, moisture-wicking, and odor-reducing insole.
The laces are made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester. One old plastic bottle becomes one pair of shoelaces.
šĀ Wool Runner is carbon neutral thanks to sustainable practices, like using natural materials and buying offsets.Ā
MATERIAL: ZQ Merino Wool, recycled plastic bottle lace, natural rubber blend full-length outsole
Allbirds uses renewable materials such as wool, FSC tree, sugar, TrinoXO, and recycled materials! š I bought these super cute slippers and Iām so excited! š Perfect for āļø winter and for the š organic gift shopping! ā Allbirds makes the most sustainable Shoes on the market using all-natural and organic material šæ These Organic Slippers are made with 60% reused wool scraps FSC certified natural rubber outsole š They have shoe, slipper, and sock collections for women, men, and kids! šI also have their pink womenās wool runner-up fluffs. Incredible soft and comfortable and low carbon footprint.Ā Made with superfine New Zealand Merino wool, which they developed into our very own material with a premium Italian mill.
Renewable Materials
Machine Washable
Minimizes Odor
Flexibly Conforms To Your Movements
šĀ Itās soft and itch-free on the inside, durable on the outside, and ethically sourced to ZQ Merinoās high standards for a cozy fit that treads light on the planet. Contoured and delightfully bouncy, our Brazilian sugarcane midsole is called SweetFoamā¢
šĀ The layered castor bean oil, which emits less carbon than petroleum-based foam, and ZQ Merino wool for a cushiony, moisture-wicking, and odor-reducing insole. The laces are made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester. One old plastic bottle becomes one pair of shoelaces.
šĀ Carbon-neutral thanks to sustainable practices, like using natural materials and buying offsets.Ā
MATERIAL: š³ ZQ Merino to ensure their wool is held to high standards of farming, land management, and animal welfare.
š³One recycled plastic bottle equals one pair of Allbirds laces.
š³The packaging is made from 90% recycled cardboard
šæI just got these! šThese Allbirds womenās tree loungers are super comfortable to wear all day long. š I wear them at home but they are also for outdoor use. I wanted something very lightweight, comfortable, supportive, and organic of course! ā Made with breathable eucalyptus fiber which is also thermoregulating. šæ FSC Certified eucalyptus tree fiber šæSweetFoam midsole made with sugarcane šæ Castor bean oil-based insole foam or wool insole I recommend all their products which are made with the most sustainable material available such as ā Wool, tree, castor bean oil, sugar, Trino (a combination of tree plus merino) and recycled material
They keep things light and breezy, made with lightweight eucalyptus tree fiber that gives you maximum comfort in a minimalist design.
Thermoregulating Material:Ā Lightweight, breathable eucalyptus fiber provides next-level comfort
MATERIAL: FSC-certified TENCELā¢ Lyocell (eucalyptus tree fiber) upper, SweetFoamĀ® midsole made with sugarcane-based green EVA, Castor bean oil-based insole foam
šĀ AllBirds is one of the most sustainable shoe brands on the market. The show wear collection is made with the most sustainable material for the category.Ā
A vintage sneaker made with natural materials for a better future. The retro silhouette elevated with intricate details pairs with anything you have planned. Come for the throwback style, and stay for the cushy all-day-wearability.
Best For:Ā Everyday wear, walking, impromptu adventures
All-Day Bounce:Ā Unique scoop style SweetFoamĀ® midsole for extra comfort
Versatile Design:Ā Wear-with-everything classic style
Where Itās Made: South Korea.Ā
šCourier has a carbon footprint of 5.51kg CO2e (for comparison, a standard sneaker is about 14 kg CO2e, based on our calculations.
MATERIAL:
Upper:Ā Made with 100% Organic Cotton, TENCELā¢ Lyocell Ripstop, and bio-based nylon
Midsole:Ā Sugarcane-based SweetFoamĀ®
Outsole:Ā Made with Natural Rubber
šĀ The brand's most technical shoe yet, the Tree Dasher reimagines the traditional running shoe with natural materials engineered for serious performance.
Run confidently knowing we logged thousands of miles with 50+ amateur and pro athletes over a year-long testing period.
šĀ They knitted a unique one-piece upper made from FSCĀ® Certified eucalyptus trees for a perfect fit thatās flexible, lightweight, and breathable in every step
Durable And Breathable Tree Material
Supportive Dual-Density Sugarcane Midsole
Designed For Maximum Energy Return
šĀ They added our signature ZQ Merino wool along the heel counter to center, support, and lock your foot in place.
āDesigned with a new outsole geometry, our sole brings together SweetFoamā¢ and natural rubber traction pads for increased pronation control and stability.
šĀ These Men's trees Skippers are silky-smooth boat shoes made with responsibly sourced eucalyptus tree fiberĀ that fits naturally into any situation.Ā
š Their proprietary knit feels silky smooth, breathable, and pleasantly cool thanks to eucalyptus tree fiber responsibly sourced from FSCĀ® Certified forests.
š Expertly cushioned, our proprietary foam with an S-curve tread makes the lightest sole possible and mimics the anatomical flexibility of your feet.
š They layered castor bean oil, which emits less carbon than petroleum-based foam, and ZQ Merino wool for a cushiony, moisture-wicking, and odor-reducing insole.
š CARE:Ā Pull out the insoles and laces. Slip your shoes into a delicates bag and toss them in the washing machineāgentle cycle with cold water with your favorite organic detergent. When theyāre done, shake off any excess water and let them air dry.Ā
Handy tips: Donāt put them in the dryer. And donāt worry, theyāll go back to their original shape in no time. You can hand wash your laces and insoles on their own.ā
š TheseĀ performance socks are engineered for the Dasher, with sustainable materials, breathable mesh knit, and durable reinforcements where it matters most.Ā
Made in North Carolina, US.
Sprinters Crews are made of 46% recycled nylon, 35% TENCELā¢ Lyocell, 15% Merino Wool, and 4% Spandex.
Pairs Perfectly With Our Shoes
Wicks Moisture
š They knit our proprietary yarn made of eucalyptus fiber and ZQ Merino wool into a breathable, moisture-wicking mesh.
They reinforced the heel and toe of our premium knit with durable recycled nylon and included an arch band to lightly hug your foot.
MATERIAL: Sprinters Crews are made of 46% recycled nylon, 35% TENCELā¢ Lyocell, 15% Merino Wool, and 4% Spandex.
š Incredible soft and comfortable and low carbon footprint.Ā Made with superfine New Zealand Merino wool, which they developed into our very own material with a premium Italian mill.
šĀ Itās soft and itch-free on the inside, durable on the outside, and ethically sourced to ZQ Merinoās high standards for a cozy fit that treads light on the planet.
š Carbon-neutralĀ thanks to sustainable practices, like using natural materials and buying offsets.Ā
MATERIAL: š³ ZQ Merino to ensure their wool is held to high farming standards, land management, and animal welfare.
š This is my number one Brand choice!Ā The brand's most technical shoe yet, the Tree Dasher reimagines the traditional running shoe with natural materials engineered for serious performance.
šĀ They knitted a unique one-piece upper made from FSCĀ® Certified eucalyptus trees for a perfect fit thatās flexible, lightweight, and breathable in every step.ā
š No need for socks with our breathable, itch-free ZQ Merino wool upper. Itās a natural at keeping those tiny feet cool in the heat and warm in the cold.
šThe S-curve tread on the SweetFoamā¢ outsole mimics the anatomical flexibility of the foot to help promote balance in young walkersā¦and runners.
šSmallbirds are built for mud, sweat, and tears. To freshen up, simply toss in your washing machine on the delicate setting, then air dry.
Easily Slip On And Off
Made With Merino Wool
š This is my number one Organic Kid Shoe Brand choice and recommendation!Ā Ā
ZQRx Regenerative Wool Material: The wool used for Regen Capsule is grown using regenerative farming practices that aim to help reverse climate change through practices that restore and preserve nature.Ā
TheĀ New Zealand Merino Company, established ZQRX, a scientific index to help growers continuously improve environmental and human outcomes. They connect us with farms like Temple Peak Station on the South Island of New Zealand, where growers Mark and Amanda Hasselman are regenerating the land for generations to come.
Flexibly Conforms ToĀ Movements
MATERIAL: Merino Wool, SweetFoamā¢, FSCĀ® Certified eucalyptus trees
š Crafted with silky-smooth eucalyptus tree fiber and a fitted collar, our ballet flat never misses a beat.
Made With Eucalyptus Tree
Silky-Smooth Material
Ribbed Collar For A Perfect Fit
CARE: Pull out the insoles. Slip your shoes into a delicates bag and toss them in the washing machineāgentle cycle with cold water with your favorite organic detergent. When theyāre done, shake off any excess water and let them air dry.
Handy tips: Donāt put them in the dryer. And donāt worry, theyāll go back to their original shape in no time.
You can hand wash your insoles on their own.
š³ Proprietary knit feels silky smooth, breathable, and pleasantly cool thanks to eucalyptus tree fiber responsibly sourced from FSCĀ® Certified forests.
š³ They layered castor bean oil, which emits less carbon than petroleum-based foam, and ZQ Merino wool for a cushiony, moisture-wicking, and odor-reducing insole.
MADE IN:Ā South Korea
šAllbirds Women's Wool Runners are soft and comfortable.Ā Ā
These organic shoes are made with superfine New Zealand ZQ Merino wool, a cushiony, moisture-wicking, and odor-reducing insole from an Italian mill. Soft and itch-free on the inside, durable on the outside, and ethically sourced.Ā
Brazilian sugarcane midsole is called SweetFoamā¢
š The layered castor bean oil, which emits less carbon than petroleum-based foam, and ZQ Merino wool forĀ
š³Wool Runner is carbon neutral thanks to sustainable practices.
ZQ Merino to ensure their wool is held to high standards of farming, land management, and animal welfare. One recycled plastic bottle equals one pair of Allbirds laces. The packaging is made from 90% recycled cardboard
MATERIAL: ZQ Merino wool, Brazilian sugarcane midsole, recycled plastic bottle laces.
š³ Allbirds Organic Flip Flops Sugar Zeffer are made entirely of Sugarcane.
They are comfy, made of SweetFoam: a sugarcane-based material thatās soft and cushiony where it counts. Great for the summer, for pool days, and packing for your beach vacations.
These organic flip flops are made with sustainable materials and have a carbon footprint of 1.52 kg CO2e.Ā
Best For: Casual strolls, sunny skies, maybe even a poolside soirƩe.
Sustainable Materials: Strap, toepost, and platform made with SweetFoam, a sugarcane-based green EVA
MATERIAL: SweetFoam, a sugarcane-based green EVA
š³ Allbirds Organic Men's Flip Flops Sugar Zeffer are made entirely of Sugarcane.