So the summer is almost upon us. A time for sunscreen, wasps and dusky evenings greets us from the great outdoors; though the opportunity to fully embrace nature and all it entails is all to regularly passed up. Work commitments can frustrate; we often find ourselves cooped up in an office, gazing invidiously out of the window at the vibrant hustle and bustle of the outside world.
Fortunately, Simple Shoes have arrived to help us reconnect with Mother Earth. Utilising entirely sustainable materials – including eco-certified suede, organic cotton, hemp, recycled car tyres (even the shoe boxes are made from post-consumer recycled paper) – Simple’s “Green Toe” practices help guide us towards a bright green future.
Importantly, Simple refuse to sacrifice style or quality in pursuit of eco-sustainability; the shoes are stylish, modern and simple, all geared towards the image-conscious – yet active – man.
The Carnival Microperf is minimalist and unfussy; a casually classic and eco-friendly take on a trusted and simple formula. Made with perforated eco-certified leather, the sole is comprised of 40% recycled car tyres and 60% natural rubber, providinga rugged history for some modern footwear. £70.
Carnival Microperf - White (£70)
Take another step towards helping the planet with the Men’s Take On Leather shoes; eco-certified leather and organic cotton laces and lining mean you can buy with a clear conscience. The shoe is built upon recycled materials; the sole was once a car tyre, the inserts used to be paper and even the box is printed with soy-based ink. £70
Men's Take On Leather - Black (£70)
The Men’s Take On Hi became an instant office favourite. The timeless and versatile nature of Hi Tops are given a new twist, with the typically Simple eco-friendly take distancing these from the crowd. Certified organic cotton, vulcanized rubber and eco-certified leather are all materials that help to keep you connected with nature. Once again, the sole is recycled from a car tyre; petrolheads will know that if it is durable enough for the open road, it’s tough enough for you. £80
Men's Take On Hi - Black (£80)
Why pick up a shoe that was produced through environmentally damaging processes? Why decide to buy something manufactured using forced or child labour? There is an alternative. A simple alternative.
