Cruelty-Free Cowgirl Kicks
Published on August 4, 2009 by chloejo · 19 CommentsYou know how we feel about leather. Producing leather heavily contributes to global warming, land devastation, environmental pollution, usage of valuable natural resources, water supply contamination, the abuse of billions of animals, and diseases in adults and children. And we have facts to back it up: read this blog. But not to worry, Cinderella, you won’t be stomping about shoe less! We have plenty of absolutely dazzling cruelty-free, eco-friendly alternative options – whatever your budget. In fact, you can sanguinely browse this list of our animal-approved shopping favorites for days.
But that’s not answering today’s reader question: WHERE CAN I FIND VEGAN COWBOY BOOTS?
Reader: Hang on to your pasties, cuz they recently fell into our laps at a clandestine run to a cheapy store. And (HURRAH) they weren’t totally cheesy like so many of the non-leather cowboy boots we’ve seen in the past. And they are made from renewable rubber and man-made leathers. The “Austin” (below) is available in Chestnut, Brown, or White. We tried them on at Strawberry on Union Square in NYC, but they are available online on Alloy.com as well.
Austin Boot, $46 @ Alloy.com
And what kind of friend would we be if we just offered you one option? We like choices! The “Dakota” (below) is available in Burgundy Brown or Taupe. Love the vintage vibe of these!
- Dakota Boot, $44 @ Alloy.com.
Want something really authentic ethical Cowgirl? The Madden Girl option (below) is under $60 and perfect for your vintage denim, and “boy-beater” tank.
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Madden Girl Sanguine Western Boot, $59.95 @ DSW
Want to go white to match your (fake) tanned legs? These are just begging for a rocker tee, beat up denim skirt, and messy beach hair.
Laredo 68016 (mens or womens), $81 @ Zappos.com
Of course, this is our inspiration for the look… and it never stops being hot:
Like the trend, but don’t really want to promote people who wrange baby cows, and then kill them? Try out these badass Blowfish babies, which take the trend slightly elsewhere but still gives off that tough girl vibe, which we heart. You can grab both of the last two styles at DSW (online or in store) now.
Blowfish Fantum Zippered Cuff Boot, $59.95 @ DSW
Want to rock more of a riding boot? That’s a whole other blog, Darl. But these are seriously on sale (below) and we couldn’t resist giving you the option.
Solana Sienna, $49 (on sale) @ NeuauraShoes.com
And remember, boots aren’t only for Fall and Winter! The more casual (shorter) cowboy boots look deliciously Daisy Duke-esque with a short summer dress or denim shorts.
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Readers Comments (19)
Love these cowgirl kicks! I wear my madden girl ones all the time and now I know there are WAY more cruelty free, daisy duke inspired shoes out there :)
biker boots. i will be needing another pair of well made vegan biker boots. can you help? the best ones i’ve found to date so far are from Target! They were better than the ones made by Chinese Laundry. Help! I love biker boots. kx
those are AMAZING riding boots!
omg I love those, I have to have them, the white and the madden girl!! what does one do with old leather boots??? sell them? Give them away?
Cathy: RE: Old leather; you can sell it on ebay (and give proceeds to an animal organization you love), and even mention “GOING VEGAN, DUMPING LEATHER GOODS” as I’ve seen others do, so you are making a statement whilst getting rid of your old leather OR donate them to a good cause/ thrift store. I personally don’t wear my old leather, and have donated 99% of it. Leading by example is key. It leaves you entirely too open to finger wagging “OH, so you will wear leather, but not eat cows?!?” better to eschew your old skins entirely, and set sail for newer, kinder territory. :)
I wish these were all mens. There a no good mens boots out there. You ladies have it all!
I’ve been searching EVERYWHERE for non-leather cowgirl boots!!! this is awesome!! Thanks! :)
I want the winter white Laredo 68016 SOOOO BAD, but every site I look at online only has it in men’s sizes, and the smallest is a men’s 7. :(
I found white non-leather cowboy boots in a cheapy shop in London… they are out there! I’d contact Laredo directly and try ebay. Also contact Zappos who were carrying the boots. The “Austin” boot (above) comes in white too, and is really cute. I’ll keep hunting for you, girl. Stay tuned! xCx
only someone brilliant exposes masses to alternatives. mad proppery
Thank you so much for finding these great boots! I can’t tell you how many hours I’ve spent online searching for veggie shoes and have only found ones so ugly I want to gouge my eyes out. I will definitely be checking these out.
You can also check out Vegan Chic http://www.veganchic.com. They have a good selection of boots including some riding styles.
I picked up my first pair of vegan cowboy boots at target! They were around $39.00. My second pair I got at vegan chic!
What about us cowboys!! Why re we always neglected?? We like nice boots too.
do u know where there is white & black cowgirl boots with just a 2 inch heel?
Amy – The best of the bunch of what I’ve seen are below, but I’ll make sure to keep looking out! xCx
lovin these!! so cool and kickin —cant wait to get some for my new tv music video!
I found awesome vegan cowboy boots at Vegan Chic. I got the brown http://www.veganchic.com/products/Womens-Vegan-Cowboy-Boot+68393-0015.html but they also come in black. LOVE!
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