Ella & Witt is a Fully Vegan Brand

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Brand Highlights

Based in Dormagen, Germany, Ella & Witt makes use of innovative and natural materials such as corn leather, natural rubber, and TENCEL to make its modern and trendy shoes. Here are some things that stand out to us about this brand and its footwear:

About Ella & Witt

Ella & Witt is a PETA-certified vegan brand that has eco-friendliness at top-of-mind. They use the latest and greatest vegan materials to create trendy shoes, boots and sandals that are also highly sustainable.

What materials are used to make Ella & Witt shoes?

Ella & Witt uses a variety of materials to make their vegan shoes. The uppers are typically a vegan leather or suede made from vegan microfibre, corn leather, and/or recycled PET (plastic) bottles. The lining is typically corn leather made from corn waste with cellulose as backing. Their 3-layer insoles typically consist of a top layer made of natural linen, a middle layer in a material mix of natural latex and wood fibres, and a bottom layer made of natural plant fibres. Ella & Witt's shoe laces are typically made of 100% TENCEL (which is biodegradable & compostable), with the ends being made of bio-plastic. The lacing eyelets are made of nickel and chrome-free aluminum. Their soles are "eco-rubber," made of 70% recycled and 30% new SBR rubber.

Are Ella & Witt shoes eco-friendly/sustainable?

Ella & Witt shoes seem to be among the most highly sustainable and eco-friendly shoes currently made, based on the materials used to make them. These materials include a variety of plant-based leathers, recycled materials, recyclable materials, compostable TENCEL laces, and natural materials (such as rubber, latex and cork).

Does Ella & Witt use green shipping methods?

Yes, according to Ella & Witt, they use CO2-neutral shipping within the EU.

Does Ella & Witt use eco-friendly packaging?

Yes - according to Ella & Witt, their shoe boxes and paper inserts are environmentally friendly, made from recycled waste paper, and don't contain any glue.

Are Ella & Witt shoes recyclable or compostable?

According to Ella & Witt, their soles are 100% recyclable, and their laces are 100% compostable. Beyond that, we don't know if the whole of their shoes are recyclable and/or compostable, or under what conditions the shoe and its components can be recycled and/or composted. We have asked the Ella & Witt team for clarification, and are currently awaiting reply.

How should I dispose of my worn out Ella & Witt shoes?

We have asked the Ella & Witt 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 Ella & Witt shoes?

For the time being it looks like Ella & Witt shoes, boots and sandals can only be purchased from their website, or from their social channels. We've asked if they have plans to work with retailers, and are currently awaiting reply.

Do Ella & Witt shoes ever go on sale?

Yes - there’s a “Outlet” section of their website, and we noticed discounts in the area of 45% when we visited.

Are Ella & Witt shoes ethically made?

Yes! Ella & Witt shoes are made 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 Ella & Witt promote ‘slow fashion’ or a ‘circular economy’?

Ella & Witt incorporates a few key elements of a slow fashion model, such as employing fair labour and using eco-friendly materials. One area in which they could improve in terms of slow fashion however, is by introducing a 'made-to-order' model to cut down on over-production.

Is Ella & Witt a charitable company?

We have asked the Ella & Witt 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.

Ella & Witt Product Range

Ella & Witt makes vegan and highly sustainable shoes for men, women, and in unisex designs. They focus primarily on casual shoes and sneakers, but also make sandals and a few models of boots. Their aesthetic can be described as timeliness, with a modern and trendy twist.