NISOLO Women’s Smoking Shoe Nashville, Tenn. What began as a way to help talented shoemakers in Peru gain access to a global market where they could sell their goods, has become Nisolo, an impressive social impact label. Focused on high-quality, simple designs and respectful conditions for everyone from the producer to the consumer, they use over 100 steps to create shoes like the minimalist designed Smoking Shoe pictured — a sophisticated and seasonless shoe that adds a timeless sense of style to any ensemble. $148
PETER NAPPI Women’s Fina Jodphur Boot Nashville, Tenn. Designed in Nashville and handcrafted in Tuscany, Peter Nappi leather footwear and goods exude a unique blend of Italian style and American character. Their Fina Jodphur Boot, featuring a full vitello leather lining and washed vero cuoio leather soles, are meant to be loved and lived in, gaining beauty with time and age. $550
CORD SHOES AND BOOTS Men’s Mercer Boot Atlanta, Ga. Cord Shoes and Boots prides themselves on crafting high-quality shoes and leather goods completely in-house, while inspiring their customers to purchase sustainable products, like the Mercer Boot — a stacked heel boot made from Horween Chromexcel leather, natural cowhide lining and vibram rubber that is sure to last a lifetime. $495 WINTER 2014/2015
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