# Sustainable Plant-Based Sneakers The Native Plant Shoe is 100% Animal-Free and Biodegradable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-06-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-plant-shoe References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/native-plant-shoe/) & [nativeshoes](https://www.nativeshoes.com/ca/the-plant-shoe-mens/21108849.html) The Native Plant Shoe is a [sustainable footwear option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe) that seeks to offer consumers an alternative to conventional sneakers that are crafted from materials that contribute to undue waste after use. 100% free from animal components, the sneakers are made with a [sustainable plant-based material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercer-rerun-sneaker) that includes linen, pineapple husks, eucalyptus pulp, kenaf fiber, hevea milk and cotton. This creates a shoe that is stylish, comfortable and breathable to keep wearers feeling as fresh as possible during wear. The Native Plant Shoes are priced at $200, and are [completely biodegradable and compostable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/norda-001a) to let consumers dispose of them responsibly after wear. The shoes come as part of a larger shift towards sustainable clothing, shoes and accessories as consumers gravitate more toward eco-friendly products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Footwear:** Opportunity for companies to develop plant-based materials and create biodegradable and compostable shoes. - **Plant-based Materials:** Potential for innovation in using materials like linen, pineapple husks, eucalyptus pulp, kenaf fiber, hevea milk, and cotton in various industries. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Growing demand for sustainable clothing, shoes, and accessories, prompting businesses to focus on developing more eco-friendly options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Footwear:** Opportunity for the footwear industry to explore and incorporate sustainable plant-based materials for more eco-friendly and biodegradable products. - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can embrace eco-friendly trends by incorporating sustainable materials and creating more environmentally conscious products. - **Textile:** Textile industry has the potential to adopt plant-based materials in fabric production, leading to more sustainable and biodegradable clothing options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compostable Sole Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swave-sport.md) - [Plant-Based Footwear Outsoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-rubber-outsoles.md) - [Sustainable Running Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-runner.md) - [Petroleum Product-Free Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe.md) - [Breathable Eco-Friendly Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contour-zero.md) - [PETA-Approved Leather Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-leather-alternative.md) - [Plant-Based Leather Smartwatch Bands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reclassic-apple-watch-band.md) - [Algae-Made Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-slippers.md) - [Plastic-Free Compostable Sportswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-athletic.md)