A few reasons why Swedish clogs might be a new favorite vegan shoes

 If you consider yourself a true vegan, you probably abstain from using any animal-based products, from as many as possible areas of your life. Vegan philosophy, and vegan fashion, in particular, have become an important part of the fast-growing segment of vegans’ lifestyle. Recent data shows that over the next decade, at least 1 in 10 people will become vegan, meaning we’ll see much more animal-free food, vegan shoes, clothes, and other vegan products on markets worldwide. Sweden, known for its all-natural-healthy-and-design-oriented culture, is responding to this trend by introducing its traditional wooden footwear, known as a clog, this time in a vegan-friendly edition.  And if you wonder why vegans should choose to wear Swedish clogs, there are a few reasons why.

New vegan shoes on the market

Finding nicely designed and good quality vegan footwear is a common issue for most of the vegan and vegetarian population. A few years ago, Swedish clog brands recognized this need and started to make the first vegan clog collections. Practical and comfortable, Swedish wooden vegan clogs soon become the choice of many vegans worldwide. Made in the best Swedish clog tradition, vegan clogs contain no animal products so it’s no surprise that the number of vegan clog collections is on the rise as much as the vegan movement.

Swedish vegan clogs are natural and eco-friendly

Thanks to advances in technology, synthetic materials became breathable, soft on the inside, and waterproof on the outside. Synthetic materials such as certified eco-friendly microfiber replaced traditional materials such as leather and wool. On the other hand, one thing that remained constant is the natural wooden sole. The anatomically shaped wooden sole is still the most important part of every Swedish clog (although you’ll often see an additional layer of PU, added for increased comfort and stability). Also, many Swedish brands are small, family-owned companies that source materials from European suppliers, meaning less transport and therefore a lower carbon footprint.

Wooden clogs are healthy for your back

Like already mentioned, the most important part of every shoe known as a clog is its wooden sole. Made with special attention to the anatomically constructed footbed, it provides an optimal angle for the posture of the body. A commonly used type of wood is Alderwood, known for its natural antibacterial characteristics and capacity to absorb external moisture. Because of those qualities, Swedish clogs are very popular among medical and culinary professionals and all those who spend long working hours on their feet.

Easy to wear and easy to take care of

Thanks to their popularity, these days you’ll find many vegan clog styles such as boots, sandals, heel clogs, work clogs, both in online shops and traditional ones. Made in various colors and styles, these animal-free clogs reflect all Swedish design principles: simplicity, comfortability, and durability. With a unique connection between nature and people, vegan clogs feel comfortable to walk and easy to wear with almost everything. What this means is that you can wear your handmade vegan clogs with jeans, pants skirts, sweaters, dresses, coats; with or without socks, indoor and outdoor, etc. The best part about the Swedish wooden clogs is that they are in most cases customizable and are available in sizes for both women and men. How to take care of your Swedish vegan clogs? Usually, it’s enough to use a damp cloth and wipe the dirt. And if your vegan clogs get wet, it’s important to allow the wooden bottoms to dry in the shade at a normal temperature. And that’s all folks.