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The 'Hampton' Smoking Slipper
$235.00The 'Hampton' Smoking Slipper
$235.00The Hampton was born out of necessity. They wanted a loafer that was handsome, comfortable, and versatile. A smoking slipper was perfect, only there wasn't one on the market that checked all of their boxes (good looks, eco-friendly design, grippy rubber soles, at a fair price), so they opted to make it ourselves.
The Hampton is made to be worn sans socks (though they won't stop you from socking up). This is possible thanks to their buttery soft, chrome free-leather lining which is paired with equally high quality chrome-free suede, both of which are able to “breathe”, ensuring your feet stay cool and dry.
They also added in a generous layer of recycled foam padding to provide ample cushioning for every step you take. Together, these components ensure your shoes will mold to your feet over time, making for the most comfortable loafer you’ll ever own. They brought it all together with grippy yet durable soles made of 70% recycled rubber, while keeping the Hampton incredibly lightweight and flexible.
Available in three colors: Midnight Blue, Sand Stone, Jet Black.
Biodegradable
Eco-Friendly
Flats
Plastic Free
Slippers
Smart Casual
Sneakers
Sustainable
Travel Friendly
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Eco Conscious Materials
From the onset, they opted for eco-friendly components vs. the usual suspects used in other similar shoes. While being eco-conscious comes with a higher cost, it’s worth it to us. Here is a breakdown of the Hampton’s components, as well as what others will often use.
- Upper: they use chrome-free, veggie tanned suede. Other brands often use suede tanned with chromium, a metal and known carcinogen
- Lining: they use chrome-free, veggie tanned leather. Other brands often use leather tanned with chromium, a metal and known carcinogen
- Sole: they use 70% recycled rubber soles from their zero-waste supplier. Other brands often use entirely ‘new’ petroleum-based rubber (not good) or leather soles (which are great if vegetable-tanned)
- Padding: they use recycled foam padding for added cushioning. Other brands often use ’new’ plastic-based EVA foam
- Stiffeners: they use cotton-woven, 100% biodegradable counters & toe puffs. Other brands often use plastic stiffeners
- Adhesive: they use eco-friendly water-based glue. Other brands often use toxic, solvent-based contact cement
Odds are their competitors aren’t as transparent with this information, so they encourage you to ask what goes into their shoes and make your own informed decision. They fully endorse you supporting their competitors so long as they are transparent and prioritize using eco-friendly materials!
There's a ton of innovation happening in the materials space. They're keeping an eye on what's being introduced and will continually innovate their products to further reduce their environmental impact.
Crafted in an ethically run factory in Portugal by skilled artisans who are paid fair wages.
Their long-time factory partner has been operating for 30+ years and is incredibly excited to bring Tofers' unique and sustainable products to the market.
Because their shoes are crafted in Portugal, it is paramount that our suppliers are close by to minimize how far each element travels, and as such, their primary components are all sourced from within Portugal and all others come from within the EU.
For every pair you buy, one mangrove tree is planted and one square foot of kelp forest is restored with the help of our partner SeaTrees.
Blue-carbon coastal ecosystems are the most effective way to suck carbon out of the atmosphere - period. As a product-based business, there's no way to fully eliminate our carbon footprint but this is one way they work to help offset it.
