Cri di Coeur Footwear Is Faux Real
March 7th, 2008 | New York
Vegan footwear is getting a major fashion injection this season. There's Stella McCartney, Natalie Portman for té casan, and now Cri de Coeur, a line of animal- and fashion-friendly shoes from Parsons alum Gina Ferraraccio. And she didn't just stop at using 100% vegan materials like microfiber, faux leather and rubber composite soles—the company also makes a more concrete commitment to change. For every pair of shoes bought, Cri de Coeur sponsors a tree planting; the shoes are produced at factories in Europe that work within low-waste and pollution constraints; unavoidable carbon emissions are offset in partnership with Thecarbonfund.org; and the website uses wind-powered hosting.As for the shoes, there's not a hint of hippie in any of the six initial styles—though we're definitely seeing a little hipster in the Scout, a sueded, microfiber beige bootie that's the perfect trans-seasonal addition to your wardrobe. Other hits include the Sierra, a navy, peep-toe sandal with brown elastic band, and the Kate, a canvas t-strap sandal that could easily fit this season's gladiator-esque bill. We've also gotten wind of the Fall 2008 looks, and are keen on a pair of ruched booties and mock-croc ankle strap heels. Now when someone asks whether those patent leather boots are real, you can proudly say they're faux.
Cri de Coeur shoes are available at a variety of locations in Brooklyn and Manhattan, and online at ravinstyle.com, check the website for store locations.
—Meredith Fisher
Advertisement:
Blogs | Fashion Wire
- Daily NewsIn the New York Times Style Magazine, Menkes delves into the aesthetic importance of "earth"...November 18th, 2008
- SocializingEurope's leading brand in innovative strollers launches its collaboration line with the Danish fashion visionary...November 18th, 2008
- BlogArtAids Foundation — photographic series of condom dresses commissioned by ArtAids in Amsterdam...November 18th, 2008
- ChatterAfter the British duo's Spring 2009 collection earned the house mixed reviews, Cacharel and Eley Kishimoto part ways...November 18th, 2008
- Daily NewsSaks October sales down, UK fashion grads disappoint, CFDA/Vogue chooses Alexander Wang, Retail evolution on Paris's Rue du Mont Thabor...November 18th, 2008
- BlogFounded in 2003 by Holly Harnsongkram, Wil Whitney, Devon Turnbull, and Isa Saalabi, Nom de Guerre was created to bring the collective experiences of its founders to a heightened level...November 17th, 2008
- Style of the DayLately, Michelle Obama has been getting a lot of attention for her flair for fashion. And as the Presidential Inaugural Ball nears, there's a lot of interest as to what she'll wear...November 17th, 2008
- Travel NotesIf you are in Paris this week, make a point to pop in Sonia Rykiel's exhibit at Les Arts Décoratifs starting this Wednesday. You'll discover that the flame haired French designer's fashion influence goes beyond her glorious knitwear...November 17th, 2008
Advertisement:
Recent Comments
Advertisement:






see more »