If you’re still trying to decide between paper and plastic at the checkout, then the whole leather vs. pleather debate will make your head spin. If you’re on the side of animal activists, then of course fake leather will be your choice. But many environmentalists insist that the dioxin, PVC, used in fake leather, is the most damaging plastic on the planet. And while 95% of U.S. leather is tanned using carcinogenic chemicals which contaminate ground water and produce other nasty waste products, according to Greenpeace, PVC has even more widespread global environmental impact.

So what’s a fashionista to do? Leather or pleather? There appears to be no easy answer so you’ll have to let you conscious be your guide. But one way to compromise is to choose vintage leather, like today’s VPOD.

These 1980s cowboy boots from Charles Jourdan combine smashing pink leather with satin. And since they have “sunk” environmental costs, you’ll know your choice hasn’t contributed to any more negative impacts on the environment this year. (Plus they’re on sale for 20% off!)

They’re a boot-iful find for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Archive Vintage.

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