Shoe sustainability is shoe design, development, manufacturing, distribution, and selling processes that minimize negative environmental impacts, conserve energy and natural resources, are safe for employees, communities and consumers, and are economically sound.
At Qusheli, our commitment to recycling extends well beyond the office recycling bin. Qusheli use natural, recycled and bio-based materials to create highly durable shoes.
Natural materials, such as wool and cotton are renewable resources that can be an environmentally friendly material option when sourced appropriately. That’s why we have established guidelines for incorporating a variety of sustainably produced natural materials in our products.
We continuously search for opportunities to bring new life to both pre- and post-consumer recycled materials within our supply chain. From using fabric made from single use water bottles or sea plastic, to regrinding factory waste to make new shoe components, we believe it’s our responsibility to use as much recycled content in our products as possible while balancing performance and durability.
Recycled Polyester
Recycled polyester retains all of the key properties of virgin polyester while making use of an omnipresent post-consumer waste stream: plastics. We use recycled polyester in our sock line and reduce our use of virgin polyester when possible.
Recycled Rubber
Through partnerships with our materials suppliers, we’ve been able to incorporate post-industrial scrap rubber into the soles of some of our shoes.
