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July 26, 2011 
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Earth Day may have passed back in April, but you still have every reason to try and make it Earth Day every day. When shoe shopping, try to veer toward brands that use smart materials, conscientious manufacturing, or reduced packaging to help make the world a greener place. To help give you a few fabulous green shoe ideas, we’ve put together some of the greenest and most on-trend options from our eco-friendly retailers. Remember that your small shopping decisions can help make a huge global impact.
Get Something Whimsical
Indulging your wild side comes easier with green footwear. You can get beautiful, slightly off-beat shoes from lesser-known labels that will still benefit the planet through production or packaging considerations. Just in time for fall you can check out the Jasper ankle booties from Naya in gray, black or red suede. Naya has successfully created a collection of beautiful, comfortable shoes that are made with soft leathers, premium cushioning, and whenever possible, materials that reduce environmental impact. The Jasper has a wooden height of about three inches and a retro lace-up design.
Another great option is the Nefertiti boot from Naya. Once again featuring the supple, luxurious feel of suede, this lace-up boot has a heel height of three inches and features a fleece/fur lining.
Shop for Basics
Green shoes may not always be the trendiest in town, but that doesn’t mean you can’t grab the basics when it comes to environmentally friendly footwear. Flats are very popular with plenty of respected greener labels, and it’s likely that you’ll find a great pair for running around town on the weekends. Naya offers the Begonia style that combines leather materials with a more delicate, girly shape, and they’re ideal for your busiest days that are chalk full of errands and pickup up and dropping off the kids. And since there are still a few hot summer days on the horizon, the Adria flip-flop from Birkenstock is the perfect choice for lounging around the house or making a quick trip to the grocery store.
Mei Sawyer and Dana Robinson
Mei Sawyer is an internationally published fashion journalist and Dana Robinson is the Editorial Manager of myShoes.com.
July 23, 2011 Comments (0)
Mixing textures for summer is a great way to rev up your wardrobe. It’s tricky to do, but it’s also great for those who love solid pieces. The mix of textures adds dimension without having to play with bold colors or prints, keeping you in your fashion comfort zone while looking trendy.
Day Looks
For day, mix suede shoes with frothy fabrics. Think chiffon, silk and poly-blend fabrics that have the same airiness of these materials. When we think of suede, we tend to think of heavy fabrics that work in the winter, so when wearing suede in the summer, go in the opposite direction. Ruffles, sheer fabrics, and washed silk are favorites for tank tops, and you can mix them with denim and your suede shoes during the warm weather months. You can also wear these same feminine tops with twill shorts or cargo pants this summer.
Nights Out
For evening, think of the sultry fabrics normally associated with night. Leather (faux or real), lace, and silk contrast suede shoes in a stylish way. When mixing fabrics at night, keep the shapes simple. Try a stretch sheath dress with leather panels or a lace tank top with skinny leather pants in the cool of the evening. It’s this juxtaposition of mixing materials, while maintaining classic shapes that will wow a crowd.
The Shoe to Choose
For this trend, we love the Yaneli wedges from Nina. These wedges are easy to wear because the fashion-forward silhouette makes any outfit on trend. The suede fabric in a light cream color also makes the shoes on point for warm weather outings. Be sure to treat light suede shoes with a leather protector before taking them out on the town.
Samantha Cabrera
Samantha Cabrera is a freelance writer who covers the best of fashion and beauty.
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