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We’re vegan shoe obsessed!
We know how hard it can be to find vegan shoe options that are still affordable and stylish. Our Vegan collection has been extended to a large number of our products and features components free of any animal products or by-products, including the glue and outsole. We use man made materials and treatments to ensure that all components are animal free, while still maintaining the quality, look and feel of the product so that no detail is spared. Every shoe is this collection is officially registered with the Vegan Society.
As we work towards ensuring all of our products are vegan and registered, scroll through for some of our favorites from the current collection.
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HARPER | @lanestyled
@danijwolfe
@shopfunkyshoes
@gabbyy_moraes
@mydistressedmess
@missalissa
Let us know which style you would wear!
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All eyes on Comet this fall.
Boot season is very much in full swing and we’re seriously crushing on Comet. This boot is one of our go-to faves and a style we’ve had in the line for several seasons. But you know what? We still can’t get enough of it. It’s cute, comfy and effortlessly chic – perfect for the Blowfish Malibu gal.
This ultra-comfy lace-up bootie features our ‘Wanderlust Wedge”, an extra soft knit cuff, rubber traction outsole and decorative dented buttons for that Blowfish Malibu touch.
And the best part? Comet is available in multiple colors so you can choose which pair suits you best.
Which pair would you rock this season? Or are you like us and just need all the different colorways in your closet?
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Go behind the scenes of our spring and summer photoshoot in sunny Palm Springs!
Another season, another photoshoot! The Blowfish Malibu team headed out to the legendary Saguaro Hotel in Palm Springs, California, for a colorful shoot for our Spring/Summer 2021 collection. The hotel is full of vibrant pops of color, flashy hues and ultra saturated tones. Our new spring and summer 2021 collection follows suit. It is super bright and colorful, and filled with tie dye and hot hues. So, obviously the Saguaro made perfect sense! (Want to see some of the new product? Keep scrolling for a little peek!)
Our team spent two days there shooting for both Womens and Kids back in November, 2020. So, that gave us a ton of time to prep and get assets ready for the upcoming season. We can’t wait to share what we’ve been up to – so take a look!
So, what did you think of our Palm Springs photoshoot? Let us know! For more Behind the Scenes looks at what we’re up to, follow us on Instagram and check out more stories on the Journal.
Take a peek at our summer sandal faves.
‘Tis the season… for sandals! Summer is easily our favorite season of the year, so we’ve put together a quick roundup of some of our top picks for all of your warm weather looks. From printed and strappy to braided and wedge, Blowfish Malibu has exactly what you need for summer.
Which pair would you rock?
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What are your thoughts on these summer sandal faves? Which pair do you need in your closet ASAP?
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Go behind the scenes of our spring and summer photoshoot in sunny Palm Springs!
Another season, another photoshoot! The Blowfish Malibu team headed out to the legendary Saguaro Hotel in Palm Springs, California, for a colorful shoot for our Spring/Summer 2021 collection. The hotel is full of vibrant pops of color, flashy hues and ultra saturated tones. Our new spring and summer 2021 collection follows suit. It is super bright and colorful, and filled with tie dye and hot hues. So, obviously the Saguaro made perfect sense! (Want to see some of the new product? Keep scrolling for a little peek!)
Our team spent two days there shooting for both Womens and Kids back in November, 2020. So, that gave us a ton of time to prep and get assets ready for the upcoming season.
For more Behind the Scenes looks at what we’re up to, follow us on Instagram and check out more stories on the Journal.
Veena Crownholm shares her top Blowfish Malibu holiday picks in this super stylish gift guide.
With quarantine in full effect this holiday season, we are all in need of a little holiday pick me up. So, we asked our good friend Veena Crownholm to round up some of her favorite Blowfish Malibu shoes, perfect to put a little pep back in your step this holiday season… pun intended. 😉
The Baldwin bootie is perfect for dressing up and down. I love these with a pair of jeans, a cute dress – long or short – or with a skirt. The wedge gives you a little height. Love that these are stylish yet super comfortable.
Shop the Baldwin for $59.99 via Zappos.
Yes, 2020 has been all about the hottest new trend… tie-dye. I have to say I am a HUGE FAN! It brings me back to my childhood camp days.
These Fruit sneakers are the perfect pop of color for any outfit from leggings to sweats to jeans. These are guaranteed to make you smile!
Shop the Fruit sneaker for $44.99 via Zappos
Nothing says holiday season like buffalo check, from scarfs to jackets to headbands… I love it all! Loving that Blowfish Malibu came out with a seasonal buffalo check sneak. I am here for it.
I love pairing my Play sneakers with a simple black legging or pair of jeans. A fun pop of holiday spirit!
Shop the Play sneaker for $39.00 via Zappos
The Raexy boot is perfect for the cold days to layer with a pair of fun socks and jeans. A staple for winter that transitions to spring perfectly. Love these boots with a flowy floral midi/maxi dress!
Shop the Raexy boot for $69.99 via Zappos
Thanks for putting together a list of your top holiday picks, Veena!
Head over to Veena’s seriously cute Instagram HERE.
Stay tuned for more Holiday Gift Guides through the month of December!
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We can’t get enough of our rope details.
Raise your hand if you’re like us and constantly daydreaming of cute outfits you wish you could be wearing during the lockdown. We know summer is definitely different this year, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to sacrifice the best part of summer fashion: the shoes.
One of our favorite trends for summer this year is all-things ROPE. We simply can’t get enough. And we’ve thanked our designers endlessly for putting together such a great assortment of rope and espadrille-inspired sandals for the season.
Scroll through for some of our favorite picks.
A comfortable and functional summer slide, the MIRI will become your go-to for the entire season. SHOP NOW.
Fashion-forward and a bit edgy, the TANNA flatform is perfect for the girl who still wants to showcase her personal style. SHOP NOW.
The LOVER ROPE wedge is ultra-feminine and will easily go with any of your summer dresses this season. SHOP NOW.
Our fan-favorite Granola sandal gets a summer update with the GRANOLA ROPE. We’re obsessed with the jute outsole! SHOP NOW.
The LEIGH mule is our office obsession. All of the gals in the marketing department are obsessed and are finding every and any excuse to wear these this season! SHOP NOW.
Show us how you are wearing your Blowfish Malibu summer sandals for a chance to be featured! Tag us @blowfishmalibu on Instagram.
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Have a look at the summer sandals that are giving us major heart eyes.
Oh, heyyy summer! It’s finally our favorite season and we are here for it. Although the circumstances this year are totally different than what we’re used to – we’re still embracing summer style as best we can. Whether donning a mini dress with a platform, boyfriend jeans with a strappy sandal or maxi skirt with a wedge, Blowfish Malibu sandals have you covered. And the best part is that they are a dream to wear – we rock our sandals literally all day.
So, who better to turn to for summer sandal inspiration than some of our favorite content creators? We’re loving the way they’ve styled some of our favorite kicks, specifically for the warmest season of the year.
@hotpinkandglitter in the LEEDS sandal
@maddiegaldis in the LEEDS sandal
@ladonnaj in the GRANOLA-B sandal
@maysi.h in the HAPUKU wedge
@_inshagram in the BOSS sandal
@and_she_loved in the HAPUKU wedge
@_megan_nicole_s in the BOSS sandal
@nicolepaxinos in the LEEDS wedge
@brookelynn_young in the GRANOLA-B sandal
@stylemebea in the HAPUKU wedge
@emma.loney in the LEEDS platform
@retail_rochelle in the LEIGH mule
@wardrobesandwafflecones in the HAPUKU wedge
@zloe_pipi in the GRANOLA-B sandal
Show us how you are wearing your Blowfish Malibu summer sandals for a chance to be featured! Tag us @blowfishmalibu on Instagram.
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Want to see our top vegan shoe picks just in time for spring? Read on.
Going vegan has never been easier since we launched our Spring and Summer 2020 Vegan Collection. If you ask me, each collection keeps getting cuter! So we rounded up our favorite vegan shoe picks just for you – and just in time for warm weather. Scroll through to check them out.
Ensure your spring look is California-cool with Makara from Blowfish Malibu. This platform sandal features a faux stacked sole with a molded footbed and faux leather upper. Even the details are cute – like the dented studs, branded buckle, and O-ring detail.
Shop Makara HERE!
Slide into Blowfish Malibu’s Marley. This sneaker features a canvas upper with elastic on the vamp for easy off/on. Marley also features an upper with distressed edges and contrast stitching. Pair these with your favorite denim shorts and casual-cool top and you’re good to go!
Our most-popular sandal just got better! Granola Rope is Blowfish Malibu’s classic Granola sandal with an espadrille wrapped outsole. Granola Rope also features added comfort with its faux-cork cushioned insole. Trust us, you will be wearing this vegan sandal all spring and summer.
Warm weather calls for mules so let Leigh be the one you turn to time and time again. Featuring a faux leather upper and a cushioned insole, Leigh channels an espadrille with rope detailing on the wedge. This cutie will get you through the entire spring and summer seasons, plus they will go with everything in your wardrobe. Added bonus? This style is registered Vegan by the Vegan Society!
P.S. I love these so much that I just bought a pair while writing this article!
Transitioning into a new season doesn’t need to be difficult, thanks to the Hapuku wedge from Blowfish Malibu. This lightweight wedge features a faux-leather upper, cushioned insole, and faux cork sole.
Pair Tanna with your dresses this spring for a look that is effortlessly Californian. This platform sandal features a faux stacked sole with a molded footbed and faux leather upper. Don’t overlook the details – the side zipper closure for easy on/off, the branded hardware, and rope detailing around the outsole add to the cuteness.
Shop Tanna HERE!
Which is your favorite from our SS20 Vegan Collection? Show us how you rock your Blowfish Malibu shoes for a chance to be featured @BlowfishMalibu!
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Get to know from a designer’s perspective about Blowfish Malibu’s more eco-friendly collections!
We sat down with one of our lead designers, Marcy Cail, and asked her a few questions about the line, her inspiration and how she and the team were able to design our Vegan line.
What journey did the design team take to create the collections?
The road to designing more eco-friendly product is bumpier than you’d think because its fairly new and unpaved in the fashion industry. There is definitely a lot of trial and error involved. Some ideas work, some do not. For example, it’s possible for hardware to be made from recycled metals and we looked into replacing the buckles on our shoes with this option. However, we found that those materials are not always controlled and therefore may not pass a chemical test – which is a scary thought!
Its very important to move towards creating cleaner, better product, but its even more important to be responsible when doing so. That’s why designing more eco-friendly products is an on-going experience for everyone.
What materials are considered “vegan”?
Currently, the most widely-used faux leather option in footwear is polyurethane, which is man-made material, and can be produced to closely replicate leather. Beyond this, some interesting materials being used to replicate leather are made from organic materials such as apple cores and pineapples! But even organic faux leathers bring up concerns on how these will impact the environment agriculturally.
Our whole design team at Blowfish Malibu is really loving apple core, pineapple, cereal grain, and grape skin based leathers. These are newer (and very cool) material options that we hope will shape the future. However, the biggest challenge for us using these materials is that they are more expensive. Footwear options currently using these organic based faux leathers retail beyond our budget and we have to stick to that budget in order to offer affordable choices for our customers.
We hope organic faux leathers become an industry standard we can afford to offer our customers soon, until then, most of the materials we use are man-made.
Which vegan leather options are used on Blowfish Malibu products?
There are lots of material options that can be used that are considered vegan, such as canvas and microfiber. However, the possibilities for ‘faux leathers’ are a bit more limited and tricky. The materials we use in our Blowfish Malibu vegan collection vary from style to style. Most of our shoes are currently made with polyurethane or canvas.
What is the design team doing to find more eco-friendly vegan material options?
Our team is constantly working with other industry leaders on sourcing new material options. It’s an on-going project, a real learning process, but most importantly, its bringing change to the world. Therefore, this is something we work to improve everyday.
All photography by Nicole Knox.
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