Friendship Shoes is Likely a Vegan Brand

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Brand Highlights

"Many things make our business satisfying, the ethical elements; knowing our suppliers and workers are treated well, that every shoe we make contributes to animals suffering less and being exploited less, knowing the planet benefits. Ultimately, the fabulous feedback we get from our customers is the icing on the cake." - Steve & Caroline of Friendship Vegan Shoes

About Friendship Shoes

The concept behind Friendship Shoes is simple; ethically produce high quality, gender fluid, timeless styles of shoes and boots, that transcend fads and trends.

Is Friendship Shoes' footwear intentionally vegan?

Friendship Shoes is very much an intentionally vegan brand, run by committed vegans. You can learn more about the motivations of the Friendship Shoes team on our Brands We Love - Friendship Shoes page.

What materials are used to make Friendship Shoes' footwear?

Friendship Shoes uses Italian vegan leather with welted crepe soles to make their shoes. We have asked them for more details regarding the materials used to make their shoes, and are currently awaiting reply.

Is Friendship Shoes' footwear eco-friendly/sustainable?

It's difficult to assess the eco-friendliness of Friendship Shoes' footwear, as we don't know the exact composition of their shoes, and cannot find any relevant data on their website. Generally speaking, however, animal skins are far worse for the environment than vegan alternatives, and this is backed up by data from inside the fashion industry as well as outside. For the data, please see Collective Fashion Justice’s CIRCUMFAUNA initiative.

Does Friendship Shoes use green shipping methods?

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

Does Friendship Shoes use eco-friendly packaging?

It's unclear from their website if Friendship Shoes uses recycled, recyclable, compostable, 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.

Is Friendship Shoes' footwear recyclable or compostable?

It’s unclear from the information available on their website if Friendship Shoes’ footwear is recyclable or compostable. We have asked for clarification from their team, and are currently awaiting reply.

How should I dispose of my worn out Friendship Shoes footwear?

We have asked the Friendship Shoes team if they currently have, or are developing, a shoe recycling program, and are awaiting reply. In the meantime, Get it Vegan recommends 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 Friendship Shoes' footwear?

Friendship Shoes' footwear can be purchased from their website, or from their showroom in London, England.

Is Friendship Shoes' footwear ethically made?

Yes! Friendship Shoes' footwear is handcrafted in England, which means their labourers are protected by the stringent labour laws of the UK, which also include strong health and safety regulations.

Does Friendship Shoes promote ‘slow fashion’ or a ‘circular economy’?

Friendship Shoes appears to employ some elements of a circular economy, such as using avoiding animal-derived materials, making timeless styles, and employing fair labour.

Is Friendship Shoes a charitable brand?

We have asked the Friendship Shoes 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.

Friendship Shoes Product Line

Friendship Shoes makes a small collection of timeless classics, such as brogues and derbies, with a slightly eclectic twist. Their styles are all unisex by design.