Green Footwear?

The green ideology began not in the 1970s or 1960s but as far back as ancient China. It began as concern over pollutants in the air and water. Over time, this concern has reached a stronghold in the American awareness.

However, when capitalism mixes with green ideology, something happens. We have green architecture. I happen to like the idea of living well without harming those around me. I am a big supporter of LG appliances. They are great.

When I finally decide where I would like to live as a full time citizen, I will be looking for green architecture.

There is something about being green that is very appealing and, dare I say, trendy. If caring for Mother Earth is a trend, I hope it lasts a very long time.

There is one aspect to being green that will forever be in my memory – hemp. Hemp belts. Organic, itchy fabrics that felt like wool crossed with a Brillo pad. All of these clothes and accessories looked horrible. Of course, there wasn’t glitterati back then that supported green ideology like there is today.

Are there green items, shoes specifically, which could be chic?

A visit to Greenloop.com was all it took to peak my interest in the green movement as it relates to footwear. I happen to like the sleek offerings of the Melissa shoes. The Charmone shoes are interesting – though I would put them in the category of museum piece more readily than footwear. In other words, I appreciate the shoes for their creativity and specificity, but I would never be able to wear them. They just are not part of the classic style that I embody.

Would a change in my footwear lessen my carbon footprint significantly? I doubt it. However, every little bit helps when you are protecting Mother Nature. Does anyone know of a great source for green shoes?

~ Dawn Land