Our Editors Swear By These Chic & Sustainable Shoes To Hit Their Daily Step Goals

While I don't like to play favorites with footwear, Cariuma may just be the MVP. My only qualm? These comfy kicks are always selling out—perhaps because they're seen regularly on celebrities like Helen Mirren, Ashton Kutcher, Aubrey Plaza, and Brooke Shields.

I'm often fielding complaints from friends who are on the waitlist with 150,000+ others itching to buy the Cariuma Ocas or Salvas.

I've only had my Ocas for six months, but I've already worn them on at least 70 walks, brought them on four vacations, and turned at least five friends onto these stylish shoes. How's that for a year in review?

What's more, they still look and feel surprisingly fresh. Not only do my feet stay comfortable on long walks, but I seriously breathe a sigh of relief when I slip on my Cariumas compared to others in my collection. I own over a dozen pairs of sneakers (workout shoes excluded) but I reach for these the most.

Footwear and sustainability don't generally go hand in hand, but Cariuma is changing that. The brand opts for vegan, eco-friendly materials in all its designs.

Cariuma offers the Ocas in canvas, suede, leather, or a quilted recycled design. Depending on which you choose, the shoes are made from materials like organic cotton, recycled plastics, and LWG-certified premium pebbled leather. 

Each pair has the brand's removable bio-based cork insole, which offers surprisingly great arch support.