LØCI is Likely a Vegan Brand

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LØCI Brand Overview

"For us it's all about biodegradable, renewable and recycled materials to make quality, luxury vegan products." - LØCI team

About LØCI

"We've mapped out fresh collaborations with celebrity stylists, sustainable brands and a unique blend of ocean recycled plastic to create an exclusive set of trend-setting sneakers. By uniting purposeful street style and glamorous couture in one collection - we have defined success as working hand in hand towards our goals together." - LØCI team

Is LØCI an ethically vegan brand?

Yes, very much so! According to the brand, animal welfare is one of their most important pillars. In fact, they say that "Today 70% of the industry is still utilising animals in their uppers and for bonding. It's really important to us that no animals are harmed during the making of our products. LØCI are indeed cruelty-free."

What materials are used to make their shoes?

LØCI trainers are made from recycled plastic bottles, bamboo mesh lining, natural rubber soles, recycled foam and cork insoles and cork midsoles. More information about their materials can be found on their Materials page.

Are LØCI sneakers eco-friendly/sustainable?

Although difficult to quantify how sustainable, green, or eco-friendly a sneaker is, LØCI makes effort to use recycled materials, like PET (plastic and rubber), biodegradable materials (that can blend back into the earth) and renewable materials, like bamboo, cotton and cork (which can be manufactured or generated quickly enough to keep pace with how fast they are used up). According to the brand, "We will continue to do our best to live by the above rules - knowing we are by no means perfect."

Does production of their shoes create a lot of CO2 emissions?

From a carbon footprint standpoint, it's difficult to asses the impact that LØCI has, and what they do to remediate it. The brand does not currently provide data as to their environmental impact or remediation efforts, so it's difficult to accurately asses them in these areas.

Do they use eco-friendly shipping methods?

We've reached out to the LØCI team to get further details on this, and are awaiting reply, as no such information is available on their website.

Do they use environmentally-friendly packaging?

We've reached out to the LØCI team to get further details on this, and they've told us that "Our packaging is made from 100% recycled materials."

Are their sneakers recyclable?

We've reached out to the LØCI team to get further details on this, and are awaiting reply.

How should I dispose of my worn out LØCI sneakers?

We've reached out to their team to get further details on this, and they've told us that "An end-of-life plan but this is definitely something high priority for the brand, and yes, we are in the process of developing it!" 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 LØCI shoes?

LØCI shoes can be purchased from their website, and can be shipped worldwide. Their sneakers are available in retail stores worldwide such as Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, The Conservatory, Neighbourhood Goods, Farfetch, and Browns. They also have a store in Italy in Via della Spiga, Milan and another one launching in March in Stockmann in Helsinki, Finland.

Do their shoes ever go on sale?

LØCI sneakers are sold at a premium price point, and we haven’t noticed any sales when visiting their site and perusing their social channels.

Where are LØCI made?

According to the brand, their shoes are "produced in our factory in Portugal that control our quantities to prevent surplus supply."

Are LØCI shoes made with fair labour?

Yes! LØCI 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 LØCI promote ‘slow fashion’ or a ‘circular economy’?

LØCI incorporates several elements of a circular economy/slow fashion model, such as: producing in controlled quantities which reduces over-production; employing fair labour; using recycled materials; using 100% recycled materials for their packaging; using biodegradable materials; avoiding discount-level pricing; and working with conservation-oriented charities.

Is LØCI a charitable company?

The brand supports various conservation-oriented organizations, such as Mission Blue, See Turtles, British Divers, and Sea Shepherd, amongst others. Their various partners campaign for ocean preservation; help protect vulnerable species; and maintain the health of the seas. According to the brand, "We're supporting issues and working with grassroots charities to reverse the tide of global decimation of wildlife we can protect the future of all biodiversity."

LØCI Product Range

LØCI makes women's, men's and unisex sneakers with am on-trend street-style. Some of their designs are monochromatic but most have colour and design accents.