I wanted something I can use for walking around town or on city breaks, but that would also work for shorter runs when I am away on holiday - hate taking an extra pair of runners when I travel! Saw these on Instagram and nearly got them previously, but I was nervous buying shoes online without trying them. But I got the chance in Berlin, and they were every bit as comfortable as I hoped. I’ll be getting others soon!
Mother Nature is our inspiration. By looking at her work, we sometimes find natural materials right before our eyes that we can use in a new way. This is what happened to us with sugar cane, our sugar-sweet and sustainable favorite.
Sugar cane is so self-sufficient that the biomass it produces during processing powers the sugar cane press and fertilizes the field for the next harvest. Now that it has become our SweetFoam® shoe soles, it powers your everyday life and gives you a lively step.
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The sweetest thing nature has to offer
The sugar cane for the SweetFoam® shoe soles comes from farms in southern Brazil that rely on rain instead of irrigation systems. As a completely renewable resource, it grows back quickly and removes CO2 from the atmosphere in the process.
Responsible cultivation
Our sugar cane meets the strictest standards for the protection of people and the environment. These standards were developed by Proforest and the farms are inspected by independent third parties.
Further materials
RECYCLED PLASTIC BOTTLES
One recycled plastic bottle makes one pair of Allbirds laces. Recycling can be so beautiful.
RICE OIL
Castor oil helps us to increase the proportion of natural materials in our insoles. This turns them into CO2-slim comfort stars.
BIO-TPU
The material for our eyelets is produced by unique microorganisms that feed on plant sugars. Oh you sweet science.
The Allbirds philosophy
Comfortably through the day
Light, springy and really comfortable - with Allbirds shoes you can get through everyday life effortlessly. Simply slip them on in seconds and enjoy the comfort.
Sustainable with every step
From materials to transportation, we are working to reduce our carbon footprint to zero. Because we are responsible now and must achieve our climate targets now - not in 30 years' time.
Materials from nature
Wherever possible, we replace petroleum-based plastics with natural alternatives. These include wool, eucalyptus fibers and sugar cane. And because these materials are soft, airy and environmentally friendly, it's a real win-win situation.
