If you are a
true vegan, you probably avoid using any animal-based products. You probably
try to apply this in as many areas of your life as possible. Vegan philosophy,
and vegan wear, in particular, have become an important part of most vegans’
lifestyles. Recent data shows that over the next decade, at least 1 in 10
people will be vegan, if so, we should see much more animal-free food, vegan
shoes, clothing, and other vegan products on markets all over the world.
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 clogs, in vegan friendly materials.
And if you wonder why vegans should choose to wear Swedish vegan clogs,
there are several reasons why.
Are Swedish
vegan clogs eco-friendly?
Thanks to
advances in technology, synthetic materials are now often breathable, soft on
the inside, and sometimes even waterproof on the outside. Synthetic materials
such as microfiber have started to replace traditional materials such as
leather and wool. In the case of the Swedish vegan clogs, one thing that
remained constant is the natural wooden sole. The anatomically shaped wooden
sole is still the most important part of every Scandinavian clog. Also, many Scandinavian
brands are small, family-owned companies that source materials from European
suppliers, meaning less transport and therefore a lower carbon footprint.
Are there
really more shoes in vegan leather available in stores?
Finding
nicely designed and good quality vegan footwear is a common issue and it
extends to wooden vegan clogs. A few years ago, Scandinavian clog brands
recognized this need and started to make the first vegan clogs. Practical and
comfortable, Swedish vegan clogs has become the choice of many vegans all over
the world. Made in traditional craftsmanship while using modern materials,
vegan clogs contain no animal products so it’s no surprise that the vegan clog
segment is on the rise as much as the vegan movement we are seeing in all over
the world.
Are there
health benefits of wearing clogs?
As we
mentioned above, the most important part of the Swedish clog is its wooden
sole. Designed with focus and attention on the shape of the footbed, it
provides an optimal angle for the posture of the body. Commonly used types of
wood includes alderwood and lime, wood has natural antibacterial
characteristics and also absorbs moisture very well so that your feet stay dry.
Because of these qualities, Scandinavian clogs are really popular among doctors,
nurses and chefs.
How do
you take care of a pair of vegan clogs?
There are a
big range of different vegan clog styles such as clog boots, sandals, heelclogs and classic clogs. Made in a huge selection of colors and styles, these
animal-free clogs reflect the usual Scandinavian design principles such as:
simplicity, comfortability, and durability. With a unique connection between
nature and people, vegan clogs feel comfortable to walk in and are easy to wear
with most of your wardrobe. You can wear your vegan clogs with jeans, cotton
trousers, skirts, dresses, with or without socks, indoor and outdoor. Clogs in
vegan leather are also often available in sizes for both women and men. How do
you take care of your wooden vegan clogs? Usually, it’s enough to use a damp
cloth and wipe the dirt. And if the clogs get wet, it’s important to allow the
wooden bottoms to dry in the shade at room temperature. That’s it for now. Good
luck with your vegan wardrobe!