VEGAN Men's Running Sneakers

The vegan running shoe: sporty, elegant and urban.

The 90s sporty sneaker finally has its vegan and eco-friendly version: discover our model Raven !

To create our ethical sneaker, we focused on combining three fundamental criteria: a sporty design without compromising on style, unparalleled comfort, and the must-have in terms of manufacturing ethics.

From the choice of materials for its outer shell to that of its sole, nothing has been left to chance in the design of our ethical running shoe. Have you noticed? The men's model of the Raven It has a spoiler on the heel which is not present on the women's model.

Rest assured, this isn't a design flaw, but rather a production alternative. The original sole design didn't cover all the available sizes, from 35 to 46. So, we decided to release the sneaker in two distinct versions, making it available to both women and men. That's the COG spirit: serving everyone fairly, without any favoritism!

OUR collection of These eco-friendly men's sports sneakers are 100% vegan., manufactured according to an eco-responsible model, and produced with respect for people in Portugal.

Undeniably sportswear in its cut and panels, our Raven Its slim fit will perfectly complement your various clothing styles, making it equally suitable for casual joggers for a sporty-chic look, as well as for dressier outfits or skinny jeans. Choose the color combination that suits you best and let your creativity shine.

Our range Raven It comes in many colours to add pep to your wardrobe and meaning to your purchases.

Do you like dark tones? Let our black vegan sneakerOrblack/redbe the finishing touch to your favorite outfit. Looking for a more understated and elegant ethical running shoe? Opt for the grey vegan sneaker modelOrwhite.

Looking for a splash of color this summer (it also works to brighten up a dreary autumn)? Discover our Raven Vibrant coral to brighten your day! For a sparkling style, also discover the fir green vegan sneaker Or Bordeaux.

And because we want to bring much more than just quality aesthetics to our sneakers, discover their ethical, responsible and 100% vegan composition.

An exceptional design for our vegan running shoe

Creating a stylish and ethical vegan running shoe for men: that's the challenge COG set out to meet by working tirelessly on the design of the RavenProduced in Europe in a small family business, renowned for its expertise and where working conditions are impeccable, our sneaker has been entirely designed to meet the expectations of the most demanding fashion enthusiasts in terms of ethics, aesthetics, comfort and sustainability.

Born from the association between ecological and recycled materials, Our ethical running shoe cleverly combines cork, rubber, PET, or recycled polyester for a result that's as stylish as it is environmentally friendly. More than just a detail, it's a production choice that allows us to uphold our ecological and moral values.

Clean lines, dynamic shape, cleverly matched colors: the Raven offers a retro and sporty look that looks fantastic.From the most understated models (black, white, grey…) to eye-catching colours (coral, burgundy, etc.), there is something for everyone!

This ethical running shoe, made with breathable and moisture-wicking materials, has everything it takes to become your perfect everyday companion for a dynamic, trendy, and responsible look. In any season, it pairs wonderfully with jeans for a classic style, chinos for a casual outfit, or even shorts on hot summer days.

Ultimately, the Raven This is a vegan men's running shoe with a design that's both retro and trendy, a model with a strong identity that can be paired with a multitude of styles. We guarantee it: this sneaker will quickly become a wardrobe staple that you'll enjoy wearing all year round!

A production of vegan, eco-friendly and responsible sneakers

The COG vegan sports sneaker, created to combine ethics and style!

Finding a pair of sporty sneakers is easy; whether it's this pair of sneakers should be vegan and environmentally responsible, It's less so.

At COG, we don't just think about aesthetics. We're searching for meaning and we want our cruelty-free sneakers to reflect our values.

For that, we designed our Raven and our other models of men's sneakers without animal leather And our water-based glues are also free of animal products, for... vegan men's sneakers and certified PETA APPROVED VEGAN.

The best part is that by supporting a cruelty-free fashion, you also support a eco-responsible production !

Made from synthetic fibers, the production of our men's sneakers generates a carbon impact 2 to 20 times less than that generated by a similar shoe made of animal leather.

There Raven is a clever combination of nubuck-style materials, imitation leather and cotton, depending on the version.The black/red model, For example, it consists of a nubuck outer coating (47% PET/53% polyester), a 100% recycled PET mesh outer coating and a faux leather outer coating (71% polyester/29% cotton).

The inner lining of our model is made of recycled microfibers, and all our materials are certified. OEKO-TEX 100 (designed with environmental preservation in mind and without harm to human health).

The production of our vegan sports sneakers for men relies on the revaluation of recycled materials, like our rubber soles, made from recycled material scraps. The removable insole is made from cork covered with recycled polyester. Finally, our laces are made from 100% recycled PET.

Foot comfort is the priority of our vegan running shoe

Beyond their trendy design, the ethics of their manufacturing and their design, our models of vegan sports sneakers for men They have many other qualities, and we leave nothing to chance when it comes to their comfort.

Each COG sneaker model has benefited from several months of development work to improve the line and shape of the fit, for shoes combining streamlined lines and tailored comfort.

The lining and insole of our Raven have properties hypoallergenic, antiperspirants, odor control, and antibacterial, so that you are comfortable throughout the day and (re)discover the pleasure of wearing sporty-looking sneakers in all circumstances.

Gentlemen, try them for yourselves and see how perfect they fit. Trying on a pair of COG men's sneakers is adopting them!

Behind the scenes of the making of our eco-friendly men's sneakers

In addition to being exclusively vegan, OUR Raven is made from materials manufactured in Spain and Italy, for shoes with a 100% sporty look Made in Europe !

Designed in a small, family-run workshop in northern Portugal, with decades of expertise, our vegan sneakers are handcrafted in our workshops for top-notch manufacturing and optimal quality.

At COG, we are committed to taking care of the people we work with, and we chose this workshop also because of the safe environment and working conditions offered to employees.

Produce running eco-friendly and vegan within a structure that values ​​people for an inherently ethical brand, that's also the COG spirit!

Moreover, this approach allows us to benefit from the expertise of renowned production houses, whose artisans possess genuine know-how in the field of making vegan running shoes.

At our manufacturing facilities, we make no compromises when it comes to respecting safety standards, health regulations, and employee rights. This decidedly humane work environment allows us to be fully consistent with our ethical commitment, while guaranteeing the quality of our sneakers.

Manufacturing our ethical running shoes in a European country, just a few hundred kilometers away, is also a way to put our environmental values ​​into practice. Producing closer to home allows us to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of our sneakers, which don't travel across entire continents before reaching your feet.

Reducing our CO2 emissions also involves choosing the raw materials used in manufacturing. Not only is our vegan men's running shoe made primarily from recycled and repurposed materials (PET, polyester, rubber, cork, etc.), but we also work with suppliers based in Europe to source the various components of our shoe locally. Raven.

Ethical sneakers with a socially conscious scent

We haven't told you everything!

Offering eco-friendly, vegan men's sneakers made in a family workshop is a good start.

But supporting people who volunteer their time for the well-being of living beings is also part of our objectives.Thus, a portion of the profits from each pair of running ethics for men sold on the cog- shopstore.com is donated to associations and shelters involved in animal rescue!

Discover more about the Our company values ​​and our commitment to solidarity.

Our men's retro running sneakers in summary

At COG, we believe that the beauty of fashion lies in the moral values ​​invested in the making of the items, and not in their rarity.

So, by creating our RavenWe wanted to offer our audience a retro ethical sneaker, both sporty due to its design with dynamic lines, versatile enough to match all styles, and which, like all our men's sneaker models, proudly upholds COG values.

Our wish is to offer you an ethical alternative to retro running sneakers men's leather goods, creating a vegan sportswear sneakers, ecological, elegant, comfortable and produced within a philanthropic framework.

Gentlemen, with the RavenYou no longer have to choose between a stylish sporty look and your moral values. Our retro running shoe is designed with respect for people and animals, and according to an eco-conscious charter.

Give it a try.

By the way: our athletic sneakers and men's vegan sneakers are also available for women. And for your elegant evenings, we also offer a Men's vegan Richelieu and ecological.

How to choose the right size for your men's vegan running shoes?

Our ethical running shoe fits true to size: in most cases, we therefore recommend that you choose your usual size.

However, if you are between sizes or if one foot is slightly wider than the other, it's advisable to choose a size larger than your usual size. For example, if you wear a size 39.5, opt for size 40.

The materials that make up the Raven They soften over time. If they feel a little tight at first, don't panic: your shoes will mold to your feet very quickly.

How to care for your ethical running shoes?

In order to keep your Raven To keep them in perfect condition for a long time, it's essential to maintain them regularly. To do this, we recommend using a simple damp cloth to gently rub the outside. Dry your sneakers in a dry place, away from direct sunlight, to prevent UV rays from fading the colors.

For models featuring a nubuck outer coating, such as the Raven For black, red, or gray insoles, a soft-bristled brush or crepe brush is recommended. Maintain your insoles by removing them and sprinkling them with baking soda. After a few hours, gently wipe them to remove the powder; they will be clean and deodorized.

To increase the lifespan of your vegan running shoes, it is also best to rotate/roll them and not wear the same pair every day.This is a great opportunity to discover our other men's sneaker models!

In rainy weather, remember to waterproof your sneakers and avoid fragile materials like mesh, which makes up the outer layer of some versions such as the Raven black.

How did we design our vegan sneakers for men?

From the very beginnings of our ethical adventure, Our brand is committed to offering you shoes eco-responsible of quality, in order to make vegan fashion an accessible reality and affordable. This goal was born from the observation that even today, too few sustainable solutions that truly consider life are emerging in the face of a rise in fast fashion that continues to grow.

No longer wanting to see fashion cause so much environmental damage to biodiversity and the planet, our team is committed to creating vegan sneakers while producing fewer carbon emissions, thanks to... recycled plastic materials For less pollution of the seas and oceans, without animal exploitation and with respect for the workers.

Thus, the COG men's vegan sneaker collections respond to ecological criteria, aesthetics, and preserve the well-being of individuals.

Our team firmly believes that style and performance are not incompatible, but on the contrary go perfectly together. a responsible production model. Our men's running shoes embody this philosophy, Combining elegance, durability, and comfort, while being made from vegan leather and eco-responsible synthetic nubuck. Designed to meet the demands of those concerned with more ethical consumption, our shoes are the result of a rigorous and ethical manufacturing process, highlighting... recycled materials And a European production.

Recycled and environmentally friendly materials.

Our vegan sneakers for men are primarily made from recycled and eco-friendly materials sourced from countries bordering France (Italy, Spain, Portugal). For our interior linings, we use fabrics made from recycled plastic bottles, and for the upper (the exterior of the recycled sneaker), we use alternatives to traditional leather, such as... vegetable leather grain-based or grape marc originating from the northern region of Milan for our high-top sneakers Or low-top vegan sneakers. The soles of our canvas tennis shoes Gaïa, made from a material composed of bamboo and recycled PET. This choice of materials significantly reduces our environmental impact, by focusing on a circular economy that respects nature and human health (yours and that of the artisans who work to produce our sneakers) because it does not involve the use of toxic products. Therefore, these materials are guaranteed OEKO-TEX 100, and PETA certified ; the assurance of a production having both a low carbon footprint and cruelty-free manufacturing.

A product made in Europe.

The production of our sneakers takes place exclusively in Europe, More specifically, in Portugal, south of Porto. This choice allows us to guarantee fair and respectful working conditions for our employees, while reducing the carbon footprint associated with transportation due to the shorter import distance compared to vegan sneakers produced in Asia or Latin America. Producing locally gives us the opportunity to more easily ensure the working conditions of employees in the factories manufacturing our vegan sneakers and to implement rigorous quality control throughout their production process.

Our decision to collaborate with small family workshops also allows us to promote the local economy of Portugal, and to support a human-scale craft model and renowned expertise in the high-end sneaker manufacturing sector.

If you're curious to learn more about our ethical and cruelty-free manufacturing, visit us at our blog to discover behind the scenes of our workshops.

Sporty and elegant designs.

Ethics does not mean compromising on aesthetics. Each model COG benefits from careful and modern design and balance work and research.

Our wish, throughout our collections, is to be able to offer vegan shoes and sneakers in a variety of styles, so that every person who does not wish to compromise on their look or their ethics can find the model that suits them with us.

black running shoes, white sneakers, model of colorful vegan sneakers, grey high-top sneakers streamlined; everyone will find their style among our eco-responsible shoe collections.

Our vegan sneakers for men are designed to be both elegant thanks to their slim profile, and appealing to sporty people for a morning workout. gentle outdoor sport through the model Raven, or adapt to an everyday look and all outfits through low-top sneakers Topsy, Winton, And Gaïa, or even our unisex vegan high-top sneakers Wallace.

Combined with their custom design, our sneakers They combine durability and foot comfort. Each pair is designed to offer optimal well-being thanks to its foams and removable cushioned insole; a reflection of the decades-long expertise of our European production workshops.

How do our vegan men's sneakers contribute to a more sustainable and ecological lifestyle?

Choosing COG's vegan men's sneakers is a step towards more responsible and sustainable consumption. Our ethical shoes are not only beneficial to animal rights, but also constitute a commitment to the environment. This is mainly due to opting for recycled materials, Made in Europe, they are far less harmful to the planet than leather when considering the environmental impact of livestock farming and the toxic products required for the mineral tanning process.

Sustainability: a key point in our production of vegan sneakers for men.

The robustness of our shoes is one of the central points of our manufacturing process. Our sneakers are designed to withstand the wear and tear of time and the rigors of daily life, and each of our restocks aims to improve and eliminate any weaknesses that may have emerged in our previous production runs.

Each material is thus selected for its robustness, and its antibacterial and anti-perspirant characteristics, tested, then retained and rejected through various prototypes, until the perfect vegan sneaker for men is obtained.

The longevity of our vegan sneakers reduces the need to frequently update a man's wardrobe, contributing to more conscious and responsible consumption. The added bonus of our men's running sneakers? They're also very easy to clean using natural methods, explained step-by-step on our dedicated page. caring for our vegan sneakers.

The environmental impact of our materials.

Use recycled and plant-based materials - as in the composition of our Topsy plant-based sneaker for example, significantly minimizes our environmental impact. Recycled plastic bottles, cork, cotton, bamboo, and other natural materials make up the majority of our vegan sneakers for men or our unisex fabric tennis shoes. The choice to go for these materials reduces soil and waterway pollution, by giving a second life to used plastic waste, as well as the CO2 emissions due to the production of virgin material.

This is in addition to the benefit of the absence of harmful chemicals present in traditional treatment processes, such as Chromium, which is very often used for tanning animal skin.

What style options does our range of vegan sneakers for men offer?

Our vegan running shoes for men come in several styles and various colors to satisfy different tastes. chacun.e, and adapt to all occasions. Whether you prefer a classic style or a bolder look, at COG you'll find sneakers that meet your expectations, while supporting your ethical commitment.

Our color suggestions.

Beyond our ecological approach, choose from a selection of vegan sneakers for men displaying a variety of colours, ranging from neutral tones to more vibrant shades.

For a discreet and versatile look, the timeless black version of our model Raven, its white version or the grey version will be perfect. For brighter, more vibrant colors, our models Bordeaux, coral, Or beige/fir green should appeal to you. The recycled materials used allow for rich and lasting colors that do not lose their brilliance over time.

What should we wear with our vegan sneakers for men?

Our vegan sneakers for men Raven and their retro running look are incredibly versatile.

They can be worn with sportswear for a casual and functional look, or paired with dressier clothes for an urban chic style.Whether with jeans, chinos, or even sports shorts, our vegan sneakers for men will perfectly complement your men's wardrobe.

To choose the perfect size, we invite you to take a look at our size guide. If you have any doubts, you can also contact us from our online form.

Choosing COG's vegan men's sneakers means opting for shoes that combine style, comfort, and respect for the environment. By incorporating recycled materials and committing to ethical manufacturing that prioritizes human well-being and animal welfare, we offer sustainable products that meet the expectations of conscious consumers who care about their impact on the planet. Discover our complete collection and make the choice of ethical fashion with COG.