Bhojwani explains that Aera's shoes are roughly 50 bio-based and 50 synthetic, often in the form of recycled plastic or polyester. At first glance, you wouldn't know the slingback sandals or snakeskin boots weren't actually leather; Cazabat says they not only look and feel like the real thing but also won't wear out like leather. Our materials aren't perfect, but they have one-third the impact of leather because there's fewer chemicals, less use of fresh water, and of course there's the cruelty-free aspect, she says. Logo printed in grey at welt. Rubber midsole in white featuring smudging throughout. Treaded rubber outsole in black. Signature star applique in red at outer side. Gold-tone logo stamp at single outer side. Leather heel tab in blue. Logo printed in white at metallic pink leather heel tab. Suede logo patch and graphic applique Golden Goose Sale in glittered silver-tone at sides. Buffed leather and terrycloth lining. Perforated detailing at sides. Logo stamp in white at blue leather heel tab. Logo printed in silver-tone at welt. It's only natural, then, that the shoe lover is finally getting his very own footwear collection. Today, Porter launches his first shoe collaboration with Jimmy Choo, including stiletto pumps, flat loafers, platform boots, and a few pouch bags as well. I wanted it to run the gamut, from masculine to non-binary to completely feminine, says Porter. Lace-up closure in grey. Logo perforated at tongue. Padded collar. The sustainable fashion conversation is riddled with misconceptions, exaggerations, and straight-up fake news. Consider the popular belief that fashion is the second most environmentally damaging industry on the planet, a statistic that can't actually be traced to a single source. Don't get us wrong, it's definitely high on the list, but it's difficult to parse fashion's impact from the broader textile industry's.