# Sustainable Shoe Collections The Palladium 'Earth' Collection Has an Eco-Friendly Edge By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-07 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palladium-earth-collection References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/palladium-earth-collection/) & [palladiumboots](https://palladiumboots.com/pages/earth-collection) The [Palladium 'Earth](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-hiking-boot)' collection has been unveiled by the brand as a range of footwear styles that put a stronger focus on [eco-friendly materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-sneaker-collection) and construction to offer consumers an alternative to other options on the market. The shoe collection is comprised of two sub-collections that include ORGANIC and RECYCLED, which are crafted with sustainable fabrics and [recycled materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shore), respectively. The footwear styles come as part of a larger shift towards sustainability in the shoe market as consumers become more aware of how fashion products affect the environment. The Palladium 'Earth' collection starts at $75 and includes an array of styles and color options to choose from to ensure there's a style for everyone to pick up. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Eco-friendly Footwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in the development of new materials and construction techniques that minimize environmental impact. - **Sustainable Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in creating entire fashion collections that prioritize eco-friendly materials and production processes. - **Consumer Awareness:** Disruptive innovation opportunities can be found in educating and informing consumers about the environmental impact of fashion products, driving them towards more sustainable options. ### Where This Applies - **Footwear Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities can be explored in integrating sustainable practices and materials into the production of footwear. - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in offering a wider range of sustainable fashion options in retail stores, meeting the growing demand. - **Environmental Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in developing educational platforms or initiatives that raise awareness about the environmental impact of fashion and promote sustainable choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Sustainable Hiking Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-hiking-boot.md) - [Sustainable Winter-Ready Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-2.md) - [Sustainable Running Shoe Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supernatural-runner.md) - [Luxury Eco-Conscious Socks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/madmia.md) - [Recycled Rope-Made Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shore.md) - [Sustainable Textiles Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/in-good-company.md) - [Inaugural Sustainable Sneaker Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-sneaker-collection.md) - [Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/earthytweens.md) - [Eco-Friendly Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/material-matters-collection.md)