Mary Jane shoes are a classic, comfortable shoe traditionally worn by younger girls in formal occasions (think black patent leather) and older women for a more casual look. The style is quite simple; a single strap – normally a buckle strap — over the instep or ankle and a rounded toe box. These five examples of sustainable Mary Jane shoes are all sweetness and range in fanciness and fabrication.

Instead of a pair of sneakers, try out a pair of super-casual super-comfy Mary Janes from Simple.  Made with an organic cotton upper and a bamboo lining for wicking, no other shoe allows your inner child to be released while still being stylish, like these.

Here is a pair of a bit more formal Mary Janes – heels — from J-41, which is Chrysler’s shoe company. The outsoles are constructed with partially recycled rubber and the heel height is mellow enough for all of us comfort-seekers.

While the beautiful color options sure make these Patagonia Mary Janes special, (case in point: a truly gorgeous Bordeaux hue) the shape of these shoes are surprisingly fashionable. And wearable. Moreover, Patagonia’s eco-aware design uses standout stitching instead of toxic solvents to keep the shoe’s upper together and attached.

Super-basic yet sassy shape? Check. Groovy color options? Check. Eco-friendly recycled cork footbeds? Check. It looks like Keen has a winning combination with for this Sienna Mary Jane.

Made from flexible recycled rubber in an alternative energy powered factory in Brazil, Melissa shoes don’t disappoint. Just look at their Mary Jane: it’s freaking awesome! Bright color, shingy

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