Many years ago when I started my quest to find office appropriate heels that were comfortable and eco-friendly, the struggle was reeeeeal. I’m not gonna lie, pickings were slim. We did have some great brands that were forward thinkers and sustainably minded. But I’m over the moon in how the selection and most importantly, the comfort of these earth-friendly options have come along in these last few years.
Enter Rothy’s.
Oh. My. God. So few things feel this good, especially on your feet. It’s utterly mind blowing that they are made out of recycled plastic water bottles! Granted the merino wool thread probably makes them feel so dang yummy, it’s still so green! The insoles are that foam that you feel bounces back when you lift your foot. And stays that way! Plus, they’re just so light, and incredibly soft, inside and out. Imagine your best tailored cigarette pant as a shoe, and that’s this flat.
In reality, I had these on my radar for quite some time but it wasn't until I saw one of my coworkers sporting them around the office one day. And you know me, inquiring minds wanna know... I immediately interrogated her about them. She raved about them. I was sold.
These babies come in all colors and hues of the rainbow, with some special collections periodically. And they have rounded toe, their original shoe, The Flat, or pointed toe, The Point, and classic loafers, yes, you guessed it, they’re called The Loafer. They like to keep it simple. 😄
They have just debuted a brand new style, The Mary Jane. It’s like The Point but with adorable thick straps you tie into a bow. And true to the brand, all styles come with the signature blue halo.
The thing that really sets Rothy’s aside, is that all their styles are machine washable. All you do is take out the insoles and throw them in with your shoes into your cold water delicate cycle and air dry. That makes your dollars go farther and it helps reduce landfills of those single use plastic bottles.
Rothy’s is also reinforces their sustainable focus by humanely harvesting the merino wool they use for their thread from an Australian farm (still standing after the fires) and then crafted at a sustainable Italian mill. The insoles are made from bio-based castor oil and recycled materials. Their outsoles are made of either carbon-free rubber or luxe vegan leather. They’re shipped in their boxes so there’s less waste in the shipping and packaging of your new kicks. Good for the earth, good for fur friends, good for your feets, TERRIFIC all around.
Sustainability and quality do cost some cash though. Rothy’s range in price between $125 and $155 depending on the style and special collection. BUT your Working Girl has got you a hook up with $20 discount! Use this link to get $20 off your first order.
So get out there with your new Rothy’s looking fabulous and feel super knowing you are doing your part to save the planet one step at a time.
*hearts*
