The Discerning Brute: fashion, food & etiquette for the ethically handsome man

The Discerning Brute: fashion, food & etiquette for the ethically handsome man » ankle boot http://www.thediscerningbrute.com fashion, food & etiquette for the ethically handsome man Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:51:26 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 BB Steps It Up http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2010/01/28/bb-steps-it-up/ http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2010/01/28/bb-steps-it-up/#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:00:57 +0000 joshuakatcher http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/?p=3276

New shoes and ankle-boots from the spring 2010 Bourgeois Boheme mens' collection knocked our socks off - and who needs em'? These sharp kicks will look just great without socks beneath a pair of cuffed up jeans or shorts, come spring time. We are drooling, here. The leather-free, fair labor, cruelty-free accessories label is certainly [...]]]>

New shoes and ankle-boots from the spring 2010 Bourgeois Boheme mens' collection knocked our socks off - and who needs em'? These sharp kicks will look just great without socks beneath a pair of cuffed up jeans or shorts, come spring time. We are drooling, here. The leather-free, fair labor, cruelty-free accessories label is certainly stepping it up. Who knew leather-free could mean classic, smart, and sexy. They are not yet available for sale, but will be soon enough. Save up, boys! Thanks to reader Gareth for the tip-off! Adrian

]]> http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2010/01/28/bb-steps-it-up/feed/ 6 All About the Benjamin, Faux Faux Fur & Edible Furious Vulvas http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2009/11/04/all-about-the-benjamin-faux-faux-fur-edible-furious-vulvas/ http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2009/11/04/all-about-the-benjamin-faux-faux-fur-edible-furious-vulvas/#comments Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:31:05 +0000 joshuakatcher http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/?p=2562

The "Banjamin" from NOVACAS is making us drool. We love the direction in which NOVACAS has been going, first with their sleek Leo boot, and now with this smart cap-toe ankle boot. Keep 'em coming, NOVACAS! Our pal Pierre, from the HSUS recently exposed on the news how real dog fur is being sold as [...]]]>

The "Banjamin" from NOVACAS is making us drool. We love the direction in which NOVACAS has been going, first with their sleek Leo boot, and now with this smart cap-toe ankle boot. Keep 'em coming, NOVACAS!

Our pal Pierre, from the HSUS recently exposed on the news how real dog fur is being sold as faux. I have little patience as it is for idiots who think fur is fabulous, and this just adds fuel to the fire! Grrrr!

When was the last time you ate a delicious Furious Vulva? Blustocking Bobons by Lagusta's Luscious features these bittersweet chocolate vulva with pink peppercorns and Hawaiian pink sea salt, among other vegan chocolate creations like PB Cups and truffles! Check them out and get your chocolate fix while supporting organic, fair-trade, fresh and local ingredients!

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Are you a size 9? The Discerning Brute has teamed up with NOHARM to give away a pair of snazzy vegan ankle boots in US size 9! You can easily win these handsome leather-free shoes worth $300! Wowee! So, why don't we dig leather here at DB? Find out. CLICK HERE to enter.]]>

Are you a size 9? The Discerning Brute has teamed up with NOHARM to give away a pair of snazzy vegan ankle boots in US size 9! You can easily win these handsome leather-free shoes worth $300! Wowee! So, why don't we dig leather here at DB? Find out.

CLICK HERE to enter.]]> http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2009/03/28/win-a-pair-of-noharm-shoes/feed/ 0 Bourgeois Boheme Shoes http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2008/02/13/bourgeois-boheme-shoes/ http://www.thediscerningbrute.com/2008/02/13/bourgeois-boheme-shoes/#comments Wed, 13 Feb 2008 22:57:13 +0000 TheDiscerningBrute http://thediscerningbrute.wordpress.com/?p=47

Bourgeois Boheme, one of the UK’s most popular online fashion boutiques, has launched its very own range of vegan footwear for men. “Footwear for the ethically conscious” appears on the sole of each shoe. “We saw there was a gap in the market for footwear that is not only animal-friendly but also stylish and affordable. [...]]]>

Bourgeois Boheme, one of the UK’s most popular online fashion boutiques, has launched its very own range of vegan footwear for men. “Footwear for the ethically conscious” appears on the sole of each shoe. “We saw there was a gap in the market for footwear that is not only animal-friendly but also stylish and affordable. It’s something we’ve looked for without success for years, so we finally made our own.” - Alicia Lai, founder

The shoes are handmade and ethically produced in Portugal and India, and are made of microfibre, the highest quality and most eco-friendly leather alternative. They are 100% animal-friendly and even the glue being used is water-based. Simpathia

The London based company is catering to the continually growing movement of people who demand accountability from those they do business with. You can have peace-of-mind knowing exactly how their shoes have been made from design to finished product. Espiritual ‘Full of Spirit’ is a range of men’s shoes handcrafted in Portugal. The collection presents eight shoe styles which include the dressy patent Liberto meaning ‘Free’; ‘Simpatia ‘Kindness’, ultra-luxurious and chocolaty, suedette brogues; faux crocodile shoes called Compassivo ‘Compassionate’; and Vida or ‘Life’, comfortable yet elegant slip-ons. Pensador

The range is a rare find in the ethical shopper’s world where organic and ethical often means either high-priced or low-style. Bourgeois Boheme has produced a range of smart shoes that ticks all the animal-friendly, ethical and style boxes and yet is still affordable to the general market. If you are not familiar with the leather industry, click here and get educated! Leather production is an ecological disaster, an ethical blight, and is not always a by-product of beef. In India, where cows are considered sacred, they are led outside the boarders of the country under horrendous conditions to be slaughtered specifically for their skins. "Vegetarians who might consider wearing leather, because it is only a by-product, should consider that leather is the most economically valuable by-product of the meatpacking industry . The sale of leather goods bolsters the economic success of slaughterhouses and dairy farms." - Karen Dawn, Thanking the Monkey In addition to shoes, Bourgeois Boheme also carry a nice selection of bags and other accessories. Check them out!

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