# Comfortable Retro Summer Heels AERA Recently Launched the 'Sally' -- an Eco-Consious Summer Shoe By Grace Mahas | Published 2019-06-14 | Updated 2019-06-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-sally References: [elle](https://www.elle.com/fashion/accessories/a27963516/aera-heels-review/) & [aeranewyork](https://aeranewyork.com/collections/total/products/sally-3) Summer is here, which means consumers are probably on the hunt for the perfect summer heel and [AERA's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p1-pilot) the 'Sally' is cozy and stylish. The shoe is 100% vegan and uses recycled products whenever possible, offering the perfect alternative for the eco-conscious shopper. The brand is committed to cruelty-free products and boasts minimal resources used in packaging. The shoe features a 3-inch heel, with a front strap and adjustable back strap. The shoes' streamline design evokes a 90s fashion vibe that is complementary to any outfit. The shoe features a lightly cushioned insole and was made in Italy, ensuring a durable high-quality product. The Sally can bring you from the office to a patio easily with it's versatile and simplistic design. Image Credit: AERA ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Heels:** Opportunity for companies to create fashionable and sustainable summer footwear options. - **Minimalistic Design:** Chance for brands to embrace the trendy 90s fashion vibe with sleek and simple designs. - **Cruelty-free Products:** Increasing demand for cruelty-free products, creating a chance for brands to innovate and expand their offerings in this area. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion industry players can incorporate eco-friendly and cruelty-free materials into their footwear designs and packaging offerings for consumers. - **Sustainability:** Opportunity for sustainable companies to get involved in the fashion industry and produce eco-conscious footwear. - **Retail:** Retailers can focus on selling shoes with a focus on environmentally friendly and cruelty-free aspects to attract ethically driven consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comfort-Forward High Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vida-collection.md) - [Bohemian Accessory Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-it-spring-raffia-and-cork.md) - [Comfort-Forward Heel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vicki-collection.md) - [Summer-Ready Comfortable Sandal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandal-designs.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Minimalist Travel Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gewls-chiara-sandal.md) - [Varied Stylish Supportive Pumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stessy.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Holiday Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julia-tassel-pump.md) - [Balletcore Heeled Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandy-liang-1.md)