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Upcycled Fashion from About You & Other Retailers

How discarded materials are being turned into wearable stories — and why more brands are embracing it.
Industry News
Reuse
Written Jan 5, 2026
Clothes hanging on an outdoor washing line in a green landscape with text reading “Buy less, choose well, make it last.”

How to Start Buying More Sustainably (for Beginners)

A simple guide to help you shift toward more mindful, sustainable shopping habits—without the overwhelm.
Education
Lifestyle
Written Jan 4, 2026
Group of people hiking along a narrow dirt path through a green forest landscape.

The Best Vegan Hiking or Trail Shoes

Find high-performing hiking shoes that are 100% vegan, without compromising on comfort, durability, or ethics.
Performance
Outdoor
Written Dec 30, 2025
Black-and-white photo of worn sneakers seen from above, standing on grass and fallen leaves with small wildflowers scattered around.

What to Do With Old Shoes Before the New Year

A practical guide to clearing out old shoes responsibly before the New Year.
Education
Lifestyle
Written Dec 28, 2025
Sustainable Sneakers

Why Are Sustainable Shoes More Expensive? The Real Cost Behind the Price Tag

In a world of ultra-fast fashion and mindlessly cheap products, it’s easy to wonder: Why does a pair of sustainable shoes often cost more than mainstream ones? Are you just paying for a buzzword?
Education
Written Dec 16, 2025
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Top 10 Sustainable Winter Footwear Picks

Why Winter Is the Ultimate Test for Sustainable Footwear
Design
Outdoor
Written Dec 8, 2025
A person wearing an oversized light teal suit walks on the street while carrying a structured blue handbag; the wide pant legs reveal bright red, flat slipper-style shoes.

Sustainability Trends in Footwear to Watch in 2026

The footwear industry has long struggled with sustainability. With complex supply chains, synthetic-heavy materials, and billions of shoes discarded every year, the challenges are enormous. So is the momentum for change.
Lifestyle
Education
Written Dec 3, 2025
Vegan sneaker flat lay with handwritten text about finding truly vegan shoes.

Vegan Sneaker Shopping — How to Do It Right

Buying vegan sneakers isn't as simple as picking the “leather-free” tag. Here’s what you need to know about materials, ethics, and truly animal-free footwear.
Lifestyle
Written Dec 1, 2025