# Haute Sustainable Shoes Recycled Plastic 'Three Strap' Sandals by Vivienne Westwood and Melissa By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-03-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-melissa-three-strap-sandal References: [polyvore](http://www.polyvore.com/three_strap_elevated_green_glitter/thing?id=27925861) These sleek spring sandals are made of [recycled plastic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shore), and they're an eco-friendly collaboration between Vivienne Westwood and [Melissa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melissa-1). Unlike the PVC jelly shoes we rocked growing up, these Melissa Three Strap Sandals are sustainably and ethically produced in Brazil of recycled MEFLEX and are 100% recyclable. **Implications** - Furthermore, "the shoes are totally cruelty free and devoid of animal products." The pieces are also manufactured in a factory made of recycled materials in a poverty-stricken area in Brazil. Employees of the factory are paid above average wage, boosting the Brazilian economy and making eco-conscious, fashionable products for consumers all in one fell swoop. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Fashion:** The trend towards eco-friendly fashion that uses sustainable materials and ethical production methods. - **Recycled Materials:** The trend towards using recycled materials in production processes to create new products. - **Ethical Manufacturing:** The trend towards manufacturing products in a way that supports fair labor practices, benefits local economies, and minimizes environmental impact. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has a tremendous opportunity to shift towards sustainable practices and materials. - **Footwear:** The footwear industry can capitalize on the trend towards eco-friendly footwear, using materials such as recycled plastic to create innovative products. - **Manufacturing:** The manufacturing industry can benefit from adopting ethical practices that prioritize fair wages, local economies, and environmental sustainability. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Eco-Friendly Sneaker Constructions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melissa-1.md) - [Recycled Rope-Made Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shore.md) - [Petroleum Product-Free Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ripple-shoe.md) - [Algae-Made Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-slippers.md) - [Woven Sandal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woven-sandals.md) - [Hotel-Approved Sustainable Flip Flops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-flip-flops.md) - [Cruelty-Free Slip-On Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malibu-sandals.md) - [Bohemian Accessory Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/call-it-spring-raffia-and-cork.md) - [Sustainable High-End Swimwear Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aventura-swimwear.md)