SPRING/SUMMER


Keen, Bobux Get Down To Earth
This Footwear Helps Kids Leave a Lighter Footprint

Their feet may already be small, but tiny tykes can reduce their environmental footprint with these new ‘green’ options from moms’ favorite brands. Eco-friendly materials including recycled PU, EVA and rubber dressed up in bright colors make saving the planet fun, while looking good.

ImageCoronado by Keen

Price:
Retail range is $35 to $45

Kids can learn first-hand the lesson “Waste not, want not” and still be stylish with Keen’s Coronado. These vegan sneakers feature a metatomical cork and recycled PU footbed, natural canvas upper and recycled aluminum eyelets. Available in sizes 1 through 6 for youths ($45) and also available with Velcro for toddlers ($40) and infants ($35).

ImageChameleon Arc Jump Kids by Merrell

Price:
Retail range is $45 to $55

Merrell offers the athletic girl a shoe that transitions from outdoor games to indoor school style with eco-friendly flair. Chameleon Arc Jump Kids, also available in toddlers’ sizes, is a Mary Jane with brightly colored mesh uppers made with partially recycled materials. The Chameleon Arc Jump Jr. for toddlers retails for $45; The Chameleon Arc Jump Kids for girls, $55.

ImageElver by Patagonia

Price:
Retails for $55

Eco-conscious kids can be just like their moms and dads with Patagonia’s Elver. The shoe meets the same environmental standards as Patagonia’s adult footwear—including recycled rubber soles, recycled EVA and hemp. Elver is a multi-sport profile for girls and boys with an elastic Velcro closure system for easy on and off, suede upper for durability during daily rugged play and a 30-percent recycled rubber outsole for traction on all surfaces.

ImageWhale and Haiti Turtle sandals by Birki Kids

Price:
Retails for $49

With the launch of its new Endangered Species Collection, Birki Kids taps into the growing trend toward restoring the earth’s animal populations. For spring ’09, the German company introduces the Haiti Turtle Blue and Whale Blue sandals.

ImageSoft-soled eco shoes by Bobux

Price:
Retails for $28

Parents seeking an environmentally friendly option to outfit their newborns will want to check out Bobux’s line of soft-soled eco-leather shoes. Not only are they easy on the earth, they’re also gentle on baby’s delicate skin. The shoes are a good fit for pre- and early walkers, as babies can feel the surface they’re walking on through the soles.


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