# Cork Shoe Comebacks Sandals That Are Nice On The Feet And Good For The Earth By David Tan Dar-Wei | Published 2009-04-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cork-shoes References: [focusonstyle](http://www.focusonstyle.com/stylething/cork-sandals-shoes) With Earth Day just having passed, even fashion is going [eco-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-sneaker-collection) with [cork themed shoes and sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-for-the-trees). These chic shoes look great on the feet of ladies and are impressively designed. The added plus factor is that using cork does not harm the environment. This is because it is considered a [renewable resource](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe) as it will grow back on trees after it is harvested. Thus, those who buy these shoes can swipe their cards without their consciences bugging them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new materials and manufacturing processes to create sustainable and stylish shoes and sandals. - **Renewable Resource Usage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore other renewable resources that can be used in the fashion industry to create environmentally friendly products. - **Conscious Consumerism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop marketing strategies and platforms that highlight the environmental benefits of eco-friendly products to attract conscious consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate sustainable materials and manufacturing practices into the fashion industry to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly products. - **Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Experiment with new materials and design techniques to create comfortable and sustainable shoes and sandals. - **Environmental Conservation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with fashion brands and organizations to promote and support sustainable practices in the industry, including the use of renewable resources like cork. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bohemian Accessory Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-it-spring-raffia-and-cork.md) - [Upcycled Cork Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sole-jasper-chukka.md) - [Comfortable Spring-Forward Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clarks-offers-spring-comfort.md) - [Cruelty-Free Slip-On Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-sandals.md) - [Algae-Made Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-slippers.md) - [Comfort-Focused Fashion Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-people-x-dr-scholls.md) - [Sustainable Cork Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forest-for-the-trees.md) - [Sustainably Minded Straw Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bc-softwear.md) - [Circular-Crafted Perforated Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keep-it-going.md)