Sustainability

Walking Lightly, Giving Back

At Snaffles, we believe true wellbeing extends beyond the individual to encompass the world we share. Our commitment to creating products that support your body is matched by our dedication to responsible stewardship of resources and community care. 

 

Thoughtful Partnerships

From our inception, we sought partners who share our values of exceptional quality, ethical labor practices, and environmental respect. This led us to a family-owned atelier in Portugal where artisanal craftsmanship has been preserved across generations.

During our visits, we witnessed firsthand their commitment to creating not only beautiful footwear but also a nurturing workspace. Their skilled artisans work in conditions that honor both their craft and their wellbeing, using techniques refined through decades of practice.

 

Environmental Responsibility

Our Portuguese partners use Leather Working Group certified materials, ensuring environmental standards are maintained throughout our supply chain. They are also SMETA-audited, meeting high standards for labor rights, health and safety, and supply chain transparency. 

We estimate a pair of Snaffles generates about 9 kg CO2e — from raw material through delivery to your door. A typical pair of running shoes is 12–15 kg, and leather footwear usually more. 

We buy carbon removal covering 150% of that, and we count everything: freight, packaging, and the travel we do to visit our makers and our shops. Most published footwear figures stop at the factory gate.

These are estimates, not an audited assessment. We're working with our partners to replace them with measured data and identify steps we can take to reduce our impact.

We approach sustainability not as a fixed destination but as an ongoing journey of improvement, and we look forward to sharing our progress with transparency.

 

Community Wellbeing

For us, sustainability encompasses the health of human communities as well. That's why we contribute 1% of all revenue to Horses for Mental Health, a nonprofit expanding access to equine therapy and working to better meet mental health needs through the healing connection between horses and humans.

This commitment honors the equestrian inspiration behind our brand while extending our impact beyond footwear to support holistic wellbeing for all.

We invite you to walk this path with us as we strive to create positive impact with every step.