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Bamburista is Likely a Fully Vegan Brand

Bamburista claims that there are no products of animal origin in the production chain of their shoes, including in the glues and dyes used. They do not currently have any certification to verify these claims, and using non-animal-derived materials appears to be a ‘happy accident’ as a result of choosing bamboo as their main material.

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Bamburista Brand & Shoe Highlights

Bamburista uses a self-developed 100% bamboo fabric without elastane, micro plastics or other additives, as the primary material for their shoes. Combined with short supply lines and fair labour, this vegan shoe company is also quite environmentally friendly.

Made with fair labour
Upper-mid price point
Highly sustainable
Minimalist style
Handmade in Europe

Short supply lines
Anti-bacterial
Satin soft lining
Make vegan "Chuck Taylors"
Based in The Hague, Netherlands

About Bamburista Vegan Shoes

The three founding sisters of Bamburista, Jessica, Lisa and Claire, are committed to organic and ecological concepts within their young company. In keeping with this vision, they’ve even created the innovative BmGuya fabric as the primary material for their shoes.

Are Bamburista shoes intentionally vegan?

It's difficult to say whether or not Bamburista is an intentionally vegan brand, as none of their marketing materials seem to point to that, although they have assured us that their products don't contain any animal-derived materials or ingredients.

Are Bamburista shoes eco-friendly/sustainable?

From creating durable shoes using strong, natural materials, to making use of short supply lines, Bamburista shoes appear to have quite a low environmental impact. Bamboo itself (the primary material in their shoes) is quite an environmentally-friendly material, as it grows quickly without the assistance of toxins and chemicals, prevents soil erosion and retains water, is biodegradable, and absorbs heaps of CO2.

Does Bamburista use green shipping methods?

It's unclear from their website if Bamburista uses net-zero or negative emissions shipping partners, either domestically or internationally. We have asked them for clarification and are currently awaiting reply.

Does Bamburista use eco-friendly packaging?

It's unclear from their website if Bamburista uses recycled, recyclable, biodegradable, or other forms of eco-friendly and sustainable packaging. We have asked them for details regarding the materials they use for packaging, and are currently awaiting reply.

Are Bamburista shoes recyclable or biodegradable?

It’s unclear from the information available on their website if Bamburista’s shoes are biodegradable and/or recyclable. We have asked for clarification from the Bamburista team and are currently awaiting reply.

How should I dispose of my worn out Bamburista shoes?

Bamburista doesn't currently have a process in place to take back their customer's worn down shoes. We have asked them if they are currently developing such a program, or plan to, and are awaiting reply. In the meantime, we recommend donating them to someone in need, or taking them to a clothing recycling depot (if available in your city), which can strip them down to their recyclable components.

Do Bamburista shoes ever go on sale?

We have not seen any sales for Bamburista in the months that we've been following them. Their website does mention that if you sign up to their newsletter, you'll receive "the best offers", so it's reasonable to assume that at some point they'll offer discounts.

Where can I buy Bamburista shoes?

For the time being Bamburista shoes can be purchased exclusively from their website. We've asked if they have plans to work with retailers and are currently awaiting reply.

What materials are used to make Bamburista shoes?

The fabric of Bamburista's shoes is 100% natural and consists entirely of bamboo. This satin-soft liner is also made of 100% bamboo. The sole is made mostly of natural rubber (it's unclear what the rest of the sole if made from) and the adhesives are water-based.

Does Bamburista promote ‘slow fashion’ or a ‘circular economy’?

Bamburista appears to employ several elements of a circular economy, such as using natural and high-quality materials, having a short supply line, creating durable products, and employing fair labour. One area in which they could improve is by using a 'made-to-order' production system, which could cut down on production waste.

Are Bamburista shoes ethically made?

Yes! Bamburista shoes are handcrafted in Europe, which means their labourers are protected by the stringent labour laws of the European Union, which also include strong health and safety regulations.

Is Bamburista a charitable company?

We have asked the Bamburista team about any charitable initiatives they're involved with (if any), and are currently awaiting reply, as there is no such information available on their website.