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Easier on the conscience shoes

  • 13-12-2006 12:49am
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    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,778 ✭✭✭✭


    Developing quite the social conscience lately, I know buying these things doesn't necessarily make me a better person but I'm looking for some new shoes. Basically, I want them as eco-friendly as possible, don't want some horrible corporate brand and I don't want child labour involved- also, I'd like to look good.

    What companies are "Ok" in this regard?


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  • Closed Accounts Posts: 29,130 ✭✭✭✭Karl Hungus


    Check out the Pepe Jeans brand shoes, they're made in spain or portugal (Can't quite remember) so no child labour. I've got a pair for special occaisions, and they look very nice indeed. Pretty comfortable too.


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,011 ✭✭✭Wisesmurf


    i hear nike is good...oh and coka cola for your drinks needs :)


  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,023 ✭✭✭il gatto


    If you don't mind splashing out, buy shoes made in Italy or England. Generally the best quality, last ages and the staff are craftsmen, so they're paid properly.


  • Closed Accounts Posts: 10,730 ✭✭✭✭simu




  • Closed Accounts Posts: 162 ✭✭Ruthee


    http://www.nosweatapparel.com/ The Converse style ones are also available in the Amnesty International Shop on Middle Street in Galway


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  • Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,778 ✭✭✭✭Kold


    Argh, none of 'em look particularly sturdy. My last pair of Vans lasted 6 months due to constant wear and kicking the **** out of 'em.


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