“The doctrine of living without exploiting animals” also known as veganism is one’s choice to abstain from using any animal-based products. Besides the most common ‘dietary vegans‘ who avoid animal-derived products such as meat, eggs, and dairy products from their diet, the other type, the ‘lifestyle vegans’ or ‘ethical vegans’ extend the vegan philosophy into as many as possible areas of their lives. Vegan fashion, in particular, has become an important part of the fast-growing segment of vegans’ lifestyle which allows them to showcase their values that they stand for. And that’s where vegan clogs step into the story.
Finding a practical, nicely designed, good quality vegan shoe is a common issue for 8% of the world population who declare themselves as vegans, vegetarians, or some related category. That’s why practical and comfortable wooden Swedish clogs in vegan leather have become the choice of many vegetarians and vegans. Regardless of their type, style, price, or some other classification criteria, the number of vegan-friendly clogs is on the rise as much as pro-veganism movements worldwide.
A few years ago, small Swedish brands recognized this trend and started to introduce their animal-free clog collections. Made in the best Swedish clog tradition, vegan clogs contain no animal products or any products tested on animals. Traditional materials such as leather and wool have been replaced by vegan-friendly, 100%, synthetic materials such as a certified microfiber (Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 class I) that complies with REACH. Advances in technology have allowed synthetic materials to be breathable, soft on the inside, and waterproof on the outside. Also, these days you’ll more styling options and increased comfort of animal-free clogs. For example, if you are looking for women's clogs in vegan leather, there are plenty of more fashionable options – heel clogs, clog sandals, clog boots, heel clog boots, all made in various colors and styles. And the most important, you can be sure that contemporary women's clogs in vegan leather meet all needs in terms of design and comfortability.
When it comes to wooden clogs bottoms, they are still meticulously crafted with special attention to the anatomically constructed footbed that provides an optimal angle for support and posture of the body. A commonly used type of wood is alderwood (sometimes lime, poplar, and birch, as well) known for its natural antibacterial characteristics and capacity to absorb external moisture. Swedish clog enthusiasts even claim that wooden clogs are warm in winter and cool in summer. Although an additional layer of thick outsole is often added for increased comfort and stability, the anatomically shaped wooden sole is still the most important part of every shoe known as a clog. Because of this, Swedish clogs are especially popular among doctors, nurses, chefs, and all professionals who spend long working hours on their feet.
How to take care of your wooden vegan clogs? The recommendation is to use a damp cloth and wipe the dirt. Allow the wooden bottoms to dry in the shade at a normal temperature. If wet cloth is not enough, try using a little soap, but always be careful - wood is a living material and must be handled with love.
We see significant pro-veganism movements and growth worldwide. Recent data shows that over the next ten years, at least 1 in 10 people will become vegan, meaning much more vegan customers that will look for footwear that can meet their daily needs. That’s why these are critical times that shape the fashion industry and define our perception of fashion. Times in which we will see the rise of vegan materials and hopefully, more animal-free clogs.
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