Animal leather, especially the exotic kinds that pop up in the portfolios of luxury brands, often comes with a backstory that could rival a tragic opera. The journey from critter to slipper isn’t just about fashion - it’s about farms and feedlots, where sustainability and animal welfare can get kicked to the curb.
Now, we’re not here to throw shade at your style choices, but let’s just say that rocking a pair that comes with a side of conscience feels a whole lot cooler. And let’s be real - no one needs to sport a crocodile on their feet unless it’s in cartoon form on a Saturday morning.
