For a couple weeks now I have been wearing some new summery sandals. I have been breaking them in for summer hiking and camping when my usual foot gear… the flip-flop won’t work so well. For whatever reason I have come to hate any type of closed toe shoe. I wear open toed shoes most of winter even.
While this shoe is closed toe, it is also breezy and open since it is a sandal. These are the fisherman inspired J-41 Dune Vegan sandals. And so far I am really liking them!
As soon as I opened the box I was impressed with how they look like leather but they are actually made from 100% non-animal nubuck. I also squealed with happiness when I saw what was on the bottom. Part of the rubber sole is clear and there is a recycled map underneath it. The small bit of map I saw is from the Appalachian Trail!! Is that not a sign or what! I have been dying to hike the Appalachian trail for years.
Anyway… the contrast stitching accents (pink) and woven straps add a pretty, feminine flavor. There is a Velcro closure allows for a secure fit, a memory foam footbed (also imprinted with a map), mesh for breathability, and a toe bumper that provides protective coverage. And of course the the rubber traction Jeep sole is imprinted with J-41’s signature translucent map detail as a reminder that it’s all about the journey, not the destination. The shoes I have are a teeny bit different, they have less pink and no mesh, but overall the shoes you see at Planet Shoes are the same as mine.
As far as eco footwear goes I was a bit hesitant but they are really pretty, fun and sporty, and of course eco friendly and cruelty free. I think they will last a good long while too and that is a great thing since I usually stick to the $40 eco flip-flops and this pair of sandals goes for $89.
Check out Planet Shoes for other awesome eco footwear options too.
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These do look comfy. I hate socks and love flip flops but yes, sometimes I need a closed toe and I’m like you – I shy away from them for some reason. Thanks for the hot new eco shoe I’ll probably have to go buy! LOL!
Adorable! I love that they’re eco friendly and animal friendly!!!
Cheers,
Kristen
Super cute shoes! My sister and brother-in-law buy vegan shoes and love them as well.
I bought a pair of J-41 shoes last year. I LOVE them.
So where did you get yours? I really like the ones you have, the one’s with the mesh aren’t as “pretty.”
yes where are yours from i do not see them on that site ?
thanks
jenn
I honestly don’t know where to find ones exactly like mine. I got mine before they were officially released… a perk of knowing PR people. Maybe mine are a prototype.
These look really comfy! Another great spot to check out for vegan sandals is Vegan Chic http://www.veganchic.com
They have tons of styles and lots of eco-friendly options too. I would recommend checking them out!
I found Tiffany’s version on the REI website. I just Google J- Dune Sandals and that was the first site I looked at. They sure are cute! Thanks Tiffany!
i bought a pair of j-41’s that are strappy toe-covered shoes a couple months ago and couldn’t wait to wear them; they are so comfortable! i have been wearing them for a few months in minnesota!
neat!
I have a pair of these and LOVE them! They are great mom shoes! Comfy, easy to put on and stay in place. They are worth the money!