Cynthia King is a fully vegan brand. They’re PETA certified vegan, which means their suppliers and manufacturers have to sign a legal statement of assurance form, stating that no animal by-products (including glues, dyes and solvents) are used in the production of their ballet shoes and clothing.
Brand Highlights
Cynthia King vegan ballet slippers are the house brand of the Cynthia King Dance Studio, located in Brooklyn, NY, USA. They're currently one of only a few brands in the vegan ballet slipper/shoe niche.
- Available at select retailers
- Affordable pricing
- Intentionally vegan
- PETA-approved vegan
- Multiple colours available
- House brand of established dance studio
About Cynthia King Vegan Ballet Slippers
The Cynthia King Dance Studio believes vegan dancewear should be easy to purchase wherever mainstream dance supplies are sold to accommodate the growing number of compassionate dancers worldwide.
Are Cynthia King vegan ballet slippers eco-friendly?
It's unclear exactly how eco-friendly and sustainable Cynthia King vegan ballet slipper are, as there isn't much information available on their website with regard to the exact nature of the material used to make them. We have asked the Cynthia King team if they can provide us with any information concerning the nature of their sustainability (such as if they're made from recycled materials), and are awaiting reply.Does Cynthia King use green/eco-friendly shipping methods?
It's unclear from their website if Cynthia King uses net-zero or negative emissions shipping partners, either domestically or internationally. We have asked them for clarification and are currently awaiting reply.What are Cynthia King vegan ballet slipper made out of?
They feature a lightweight stretch canvas, pre-sewn elastics, 100% vegan synthetic split sole, and enclosed stretch binding (that eliminates the need for a drawstring). It's not clear what material(s) their canvas is composed of - we have reached out to Cynthia King and are awaiting reply.Where can I buy Cynthia King vegan ballet slippers?
Aside from their their website, and their dance studio in Brooklyn, NY, they can also be purchased at Inspired Pilates and Yoga, Penshurst, NSW, Australia, and various online retailers.Do Cynthia King vegan ballet slippers ever go on sale?
We haven't seen any sales from from their website or on their social media channels, but select online and brick-and-mortar retailers might list them at a discount from time to time.Is Cynthia King a charitable organization?
We have asked the Cynthia King team about any charitable initiatives they're involved with, and are currently awaiting reply, as there is no such information available on their website.Are Cynthia King ballet slippers intentionally vegan?
Yes, very much so! In fact, "Thank you for shopping responsibly and compassionately," is the tagline of their online store.Related Brands
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Range Of Vegan Products By Cynthia King
Cynthia King focuses exclusively on producing vegan classic ballet slippers. The "Rebelle" as they're called, are available in light pink, brown, and black (colour options vary by size).