Vegan Outfitters is a Fully Vegan Brand

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Vegan Outfitters Brand Highlights

"These gender-neutral vegan shoes are as eco-friendly and cruelty-free as they are beautiful. Featuring a classic style that'll go with literally every outfit you own and are designed with comfort in mind. While the upper materials look like leather, they're actually made from recycled and organic vegan materials, including eco non-toxic PU and certified organic cotton." - Vegan Outfitters team

About Vegan Outfitters

"We believe in a cruelty-free lifestyle whether it’s the food we eat (plant-based, obviously), the clothes we wear, or the impact our lifestyle has on the environment. We wanted to create a brand that wasn’t just 100% vegan, ethical and sustainable, but one that actually looked good as well (and usually pisses off an Uncle at Christmas which is always a bonus)." - Vegan Outfitters team

Is Vegan Outfitters an ethically vegan brand?

Yes - Vegan Outfitters is an intentionally and ethically vegan brand, rather than one that uses vegan materials out of convenience, or for other reasons. According to the brand, "We believe in a cruelty-free lifestyle."

What materials are used to make their vegan trainers?

According to the brand, their sneakers/trainers are made from "recycled and organic vegan materials, including eco non-toxic PU and certified organic cotton."

Are their sneakers eco-friendly/sustainable?

From an environmentally-friendly materials standpoint, Vegan Outfitter trainers could be considered somewhat eco-friendly (at least as far as leather-look footwear is concerned), as they use organic cotton, recycled materials, and toxin-free PU to make them. These are all materials that are considered to be more environmentally friendly than animal-derived leathers (due to the inclusion of various toxic chemicals used in the tanning process, among other reasons). This is backed up by data from inside the fashion industry as well as outside of it. For the data, please see Collective Fashion Justice’s CIRCUMFAUNA initiative.

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

From a carbon footprint standpoint, it's difficult to asses the impact that Vegan Outfitters 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.

Does Vegan Outfitters use ‘green’ shipping methods?

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

Do they use eco-friendly packaging?

The brand says they use eco-friendly ink and plastic-free packaging, with virtually zero waste, to ship their products.

How should I dispose of my old Vegan Outfitters trainers?

We’ve asked their 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 by a local cobbler, 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.

Are Vegan Outfitters sneakers/trainers recyclable?

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

Which stores can I buy their shoes from?

Vegan Outfitters sneakers/trainers can be purchased from their website, and can be shipped worldwide. We've asked them if they work with any retailers, and are awaiting reply.

Do their shoes ever go on sale?

We haven’t noticed any general sales for their shoes when visiting their site and perusing their social channels. However, Vegan Outfitters does offer a 10% student discount in partnership with Student Beans. They also have a "give £5, get £5" referral program.

Where are their shoes made?

We couldn’t find any information on the Vegan Outfitters website with regard to where their shoes are made. We’ve reached out to their team for details, and are awaiting reply.

Are their shoes made with fair labour?

On their website, Vegan Outfitters does not make mention of where their shoes are made - as such, it's difficult for us as an outside, non-certifying 3rd party to verify whether or not they ensure their factory enforces all international and local labour laws, regulations and fair working standards to provide a safe and fair working environment for their workers. According to the brand, their shoes are "Ethically made in a " WRAP certified facility."

Is Vegan Outfitters a charitable company?

Yes - according to the brand, "Every order made with us helps save an animal in need. We donate a little over 10% of our profits to amazing UK sanctuaries that are dedicated to rescuing farm animals from abuse and slaughter." The brand goes on to say that, "Your donations go towards things like:
• 3 x days worth of kale for a friendly goat
• 7 x days worth of hay for a sheep during the colder months
• Sweetcorn to feed 4 chickens as a treat!
• 7 x days worth of watermelon to feed a turkey (they love it!)"

Do they promote ‘slow fashion’ or a ‘circular economy’?

Vegan Outfitters incorporates several elements of a circular economy/slow fashion model, such as: having fair labour certification; using recycled materials; using organic cotton; avoiding fast fashion-level pricing; making timeless/classic styles; having a small product catalogue; and using plastic-free packaging and ink.

Vegan Outfitters Footwear Range

Vegan Outfitters makes unisex sneakers/trainers, and sells them at a mid-range price point. They currently make one shoe model only: a low-top, leather-look sneaker that's available in a few different colours. Their overall aesthetic can be described as a classic and timeless style that resembles the Adidas Stan Smith shoe, and is versatile enough to be worn with several different kinds of outfits.