6 Chic Vegan Shoes to Spice Up Your Winter Wardrobe

From Stella McCartney to Vaute Couture to Olsenhaus, we’ve seen the popularity of vegan clothing and shoe designers soar. And while items from big-name fashion houses like the aforementioned are not always attainable for the masses, nowadays there are plenty of products from cruelty-free brands that are.

Vegan footwear is more widely available than ever before and can be purchased in a variety of fabrics and textures. It’s usually less expensive, often waterproof, and durable. We did some digging for those who want a little more swank in their step and found everything you’d want in a shoe sans leather. From the sexy black heel and classic clog to the sleek ankle boot and essential athletic shoe, here’s a collection of animal-friendly kicks that are not only chic but affordable to boot.

The ankle boot is a cool-weather staple, and this Silence + Noise half-stacked boot from Urban Outfitters will pair perfectly with just about anything in your wardrobe.

If you’re looking to invest in a high-quality athletic shoe without breaking the bank, consider the Saucony Jazz Low Pro Vegan. This retro-cool, canvas-and-hemp shoe is smart and stylish—and for just $60, we bet you’ll buy more than one pair.

Fashionistas are forever in search of a trendy, sexy, black shoe. The Privileged Almeria Corset Heel by Nasty Gal is not only faux leather but also flirty, fun, and a perfect fit for the vegan diva.

Coconuts by Matisse’s Tulsi boot is perfect for the vegan bohemian. This fringed boot with a stacked heel is available in two colors perfect for winter: saddle and black.

The clog dates back thousands of years, but it experienced a renaissance in the ’70s and has been considered stylish ever since. We’re fans of Cape Clogs, which offers a vegan line of clogs made by hand in Sweden.

For the comfort-seeker who also wants to comfort others, TOMS offers wedges, slip-ons, and sneakers in a variety of neutral shades and brilliantly colored, quirky patterns. And with every pair of shoes purchased, TOMS will help a person in need.

Erin Goldmeier is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in The Virgin Atlantic Blog, Smart Meetings magazine, Convention South magazine, and other travel-industry publications. She’s always enjoyed reading about vegan foods and cooking and has recently developed a fascination with vegan beauty and fashion. When not working, she can be found “nerding out”—brainstorming new story ideas and planning her next travel adventure.