Sustainability at Bespoky
We try to keep sustainability language honest. Here is what we can say about how our shoes are made, and what we do not claim.
What we do
- Made to order — we make a pair after it is ordered, so we do not produce large runs of stock that may never be sold.
- One shoemaker per pair — each pair is made from start to finish by one shoemaker, over 10–14 hours of handwork, in our own workshops in Gaziantep and Istanbul, Turkey. Our shoemakers come from a family with four generations of shoemaking craft.
- Vegetable-tanned, chrome-free leather — our leather is tanned without chrome.
- Biodegradable construction — our shoes are built with a biodegradable construction. Sole materials differ between styles; each product page lists the sole of that model.
- Genuine leather — a material that can be cleaned, conditioned and looked after; our care guide explains how.
What we do not claim
- We do not claim our shoes are carbon neutral. We have not completed a lifecycle assessment.
- Our shoes are not vegan. They are made from animal leather.
- We do not use eco labels or certifications that we do not hold.
Frequently asked questions
Are Bespoky shoes vegan?
No. They are made from genuine animal leather. If you need vegan footwear, Bespoky is not the right choice.
Are Bespoky shoes made to order?
Yes. Every pair is made by hand after it is ordered.
Is the leather chrome-tanned?
No. Our leather is vegetable-tanned and chrome-free.
Where are they made?
In our own workshops in Gaziantep and Istanbul, Turkey.
Questions about how we work? Get in touch.
