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Slow Fashion vs. Fast Fashion
"Slow fashion" and "fast fashion" - two terms you've likely seen around social media and the news lately. But what do these terms mean? And how do they relate to the environment and ethical consum...

Going Vegan? Here's some advice from our friends.
When we started out, being a vegan shoe company was not our top priority. Our focus was to use eco-friendly materials and lessen our impact on the planet as much as possible. But as we've found out...

ORGANIC COTTON
Organic cotton: you've seen it everywhere. But why is it all the rage and what does it mean in the production of eco textiles? We thought you'd never ask.

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Catching Up With Circul'R
We caught up with Jules and Raphael from Circul’R to talk about the circular economy, their work with global companies like Eurostar, and why being a SAOLA ambassador means walking the talk—literally.

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What Vegan Shoes Mean to SAOLA
Vegan shoes go beyond diet — they’re part of a lifestyle that avoids animal-derived materials in fashion and everyday products. In this article, we explain what makes a shoe “vegan,” why it matters...
How shoes are made from recycled plastic bottles
Learn how plastic bottles are recycled into everyday products, like SAOLA Shoes. Each pair contains between 3-4 recycled plastic bottles!

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Inside SAOLA’s Fall Line: New Styles, Sneaker Boots & Sustainable Innovation
We sat down with SAOLA founder Guillaume Linossier to talk sneaker boots, new materials, and what the future holds for sustainable footwear. From design inspiration to long-term goals, here’s what’...

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Thanks to You, We’re Making an Impact
In our first year, SAOLA shoes didn’t just walk the walk — they helped save sea turtles, plant trees, and protect coastlines. Here’s how your purchases made a real-world impact.

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Catching up with the guys behind CIRCUL’R
Jules Coignard and Raphael Masvinger traded corporate comfort for climate action—and never looked back. From a global tour of circular solutions to building an international network of impact-drive...