Good News

Good News is a British footwear brand that started in London in 2016. The shoes are retro-inspired sneakers with traditional styling, and the thinking behind them is mostly about materials. Soles are recycled rubber, uppers are organic cotton or mesh, and the footbed is recycled eco-lite. The manufacturing process is kept minimal, as part of an ongoing effort to cut the brand's carbon, chemical and water footprint.

The brand also says it looks after the people who make its shoes, and it aims to improve the environmental and social quality of what it sells. If you want a simple, classic-looking sneaker with a lighter footprint, this is a sensible place to look. There's a decent range of designs, and a pair is likely to get you a few compliments.