Donnant Donnant is Likely a Fully Vegan Brand

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Brand Highlights

Donnant Donnant makes streetwear with a conscious - their core belief is that fashion should be both ethical and iconic, and by using animal-free materials, employing fair labour, and creating bold, fashion-forward designs, they certainly stand by it.

About Donnant Donnant Vegan Footwear & Accessories

“Donnant Donnant” is a French saying meaning, “being in a win-win situation”. With that in mind, Donnant Donnant handcrafts their shoes and boots in Portugal, and uses animal-free materials for "the shared benefit of the people, the animals, and the environment."

Are Donnant Donnant shoes and bags intentionally vegan?

Donnant Donnant appears to be an intentionally vegan brand, rather than one that uses vegan materials out of convenience, or for other reasons. Their brand ethos states that their aim is to create fashion "for the shared benefit of the people, the animals and the environment."

Are Donnant Donnant shoes eco-friendly/sustainable?

It's difficult to assess the level of eco-friendliness of Donnant Donnant shoes and boots, as the materials they're currently using are only listed as "premium vegan leather" and a "custom made rubber heel", with no indication as to whether or not it's natural/recycled rubber they're using, or what the composition of their vegan leather is. We have learned however, that some of their 2022 lines will include plant-based leathers.

Does Donnant Donnant use green shipping methods?

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

Does Donnant Donnant use eco-friendly packaging?

Donnant Donnant claims that their packaging is always made from 100% recycled materials.

Are Donnant Donnant shoes & boots recyclable or compostable?

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

How should I dispose of my worn out Donnant Donnant shoes?

We have asked the Donnant Donnant team if they currently have, or are developing, a shoe recycling program, and are awaiting reply. In the meantime, we recommend either trying to have them repaired, 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.

Where can I buy Donnant Donnant shoes and boots?

Donnant Donnant shoes can be purchased from their website. They also work with brick and mortar as well as online retailers in the UK, France, Sweden and The Netherlands.

Do Donnant Donnant shoes ever go on sale?

Upon visiting their website, we noticed a 30% off code, ‘winter30’ applicable at checkout. They also had some models on their site listed at a 50% discount.

What materials are used to make Donnant Donnant footwear?

The materials they're currently using are only listed as "premium vegan leather" and a "customer made rubber heel", with no indication as to whether or not it's natural/recycled rubber they're using, or what the composition of their vegan leather is. We have learned however, that some of their 2022 lines will include plant-based leathers.

Are Donnant Donnant shoes & boots ethically made?

Yes! Donnant Donnant footwear is handcrafted in Portugal, which means their labourers are protected by the stringent labour laws of the European Union, which also include strong health and safety regulations.

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

Donnant Donnant appears to employ some elements of a circular economy, such as employing fair labour, and avoiding the use of animal-derived virgin materials.

Is Donnant Donnant a charitable company?

We have asked the Donnant Donnant 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.

Does Donnant Donnant have a female leadership presence?

Indeed they do. Donnant Donnant is led by female Founders Marion Disaro & Allessandra Servi.

Donnant Donnant Product Range

Creating unisex designs, but mainly focused on the female aesthetic, Donnant Donnant is a fashion-forward brand that makes shoes and boots with ultra-modern, bold styles. Many of their designs feature extra-chunky heels, and some have bold pops of colour or shine. They also make handbags and crossbody bags, in a a similar aesthetic.