Della Terra Vegan, Sustainable, Ethical Shoes

Della Terra Shoes is a Fully Vegan Brand

Della Terra Shoes is a fully vegan brand. They’re PETA-certified vegan, which means their suppliers and manufacturers have to sign a legal statement of assurance form, stating that no animal by-products (including glues, dyes and solvents) are used in the production of any of their shoes.

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Brand Highlights

Founded in 2020, Della Terra is an ethical and inclusive brand continuously working towards sustainability. Here are some of the things that stand out to us about them:

  • Made using fair labour
  • Gender-inclusive designs
  • Incorporate innovative materials
  • Frequent discounts
  • Female founded and led
  • Based in Orleans, Mass. U.S.A.
  • B Corp certified pending
  • Donate 10% of sales
  • Focused on re-forestation
  • Carbon neutral shipping
  • Eco-friendly packaging
  • Introducing circular production in 2022
  • Handmade worldwide
  • PETA certified vegan

About Della Terra Vegan Shoes

With an approach that balances sustainability, trendy designs and ethical manufacturing, Della Terra Shoes is a vegan brand that's on a mission to make a difference in the fashion world.

Are Della Terra Shoes intentionally vegan?

Yes, very much so. Not only are they PETA certified vegan, but the commitment to avoid any and all animal-derived materials and ingredients is central to the brand ethos of Della Terra Shoes.

Are Della Terra Shoes eco-friendly/sustainable?

Della Terra Shoes are all made of recycled, recyclable and biodegradable/plant-based materials. They are also working with a domestic shoe repair partner who can rehabilitate shoes that have been worn so they can extend life as long as possible. As a bonus, they are in the process of developing a completely circular offering of products to be launched in 2022 (in other words, shoes that will be recycled back into new shoes).

Does Della Terra Shoes use green shipping methods?

Yes! Della Terra Shoes claims to use carbon neutral shipping methods.

Does Della Terra Shoes use eco-friendly packaging?

Indeed - Della Terra Shoes uses packaging comprised of 100% post-consumer recycled goods, and the shoes are even shipped in the original shoe box so as not to waste additional materials.

What materials are used to make Della Terra Shoes?

Della Terra Shoes uses recycled materials that include renewable plant sources such as pineapple, corn, grape-seed, and castor oil-based leathers, which are all developed using low environmental impact production processes. They also use biodegradable rubber for their soles, and recycled, biodegradable GRS certified threads. Della Terra Shoes also avoids the use of solvents and harmful substances including chrome, lead and phthlates, which exceeds the strict requirements established by the European regulation (REACH).

Is Della Terra Shoes charitable?

Yes, very much so. Della Terra is partnered with One Tree Planted and plants one tree for every pair of shoes purchased, for the sake of helping to re-forest the earth. They are also partnered with Soles 4 Soles, helping to turn used footwear and clothing into employment opportunities and income in order to help people break the cycle of poverty, while simultaneously diverting these items from landfills.

Where can I buy Della Terra Shoes products?

In addition to their website, Della Terra shoes are sold in a selection of small, speciality boutiques in the U.S. as well as Wolf & Badger internationally.

Do Della Terra Shoes ever go on sale?

Yes! Their website currently offers 15% discounts for signing up for their newsletter, as well as pre-ordering their shoes.

Are Della Terra Shoes recyclable or biodegradable?

Della Terra Shoes is in the process of developing a completely circular offering of products to be launched in 2022 - shoes that will be recycled back into new shoes. In addition to this, all of their products are made of recycled, recyclable and biodegradable/plant-based materials, and are built to last many seasons in terms of durability as well as sustainable style. They are also working with a domestic shoe repair partner who can rehabilitate shoes that have been worn so they can extend life as long as possible.

Does Della Terra Shoes follow a ‘slow fashion’ model?

Della Terra Shoes incorporates several elements of a slow fashion model, such as having products available by pre-order (which can help reduce over-production), employing fair labour, using eco-friendly materials, working with a shoe repair partner, and working towards introducing a circular production model. One area in which they could improve in terms of slow fashion however, is by introducing a 'made-to-order' model.

Are Della Terra Shoes ethically made?

Yes they are. Della Terra Shoes only works with factories that are fair wage and have the credentials to prove it. They also are proud to work with factories that are carbon neutral and have diversity and inclusion programs in place.

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Della Terra Shoes Product Range

Della Terra Shoes makes a variety of footwear that focuses on gender inclusive design, using pops of colour, innovative materials and chunky, rugged soles to deliver trendy collections of runners, sandals and ankle boots. Their current range includes:

  • Winter ankle boots
  • Block heeled boots
  • Block heeled sandals
  • Slippers
  • Strapped sandals
  • Athleisure shoes
  • Slides
  • Loafers
  • Thong sandals
  • Low top sneakers
  • Sling back heels