Kyrgyz wool is special. We love it because of its unique texture, its perfect color, and the way it feels on your skin when you wear it close to the body. It’s not only beautiful but also sustainable. Our wool felt is Oeko-tex certified. Our wool comes from Kyrgyz sheep that are all mulesed-free. It’s a product of a traditional way of life that has been passed down through generations – and we are honoring it every single step of the way.

Our vegetable tanned leather is the product of plant extracts in the tanning process rather than the toxic chemicals used in conventional leather tanning. Because of this, it is better for the planet, but that’s not all—vegetable tanned leather has its own advantages too, including a greater ability to age gracefully and a unique natural patina.

Part of being an environmentally-conscious company is reducing every little bit of waste we can. One thing that Kyrgies thinks about a lot is how much packaging we use in delivering our products to you safely. Single pairs of Kyrgies typically mail in a paper envelope with at least 50% recycled content and water-based inks. These are the best envelopes we've found that are both made of recycled materials and durable enough to safely ship our dear Kyrgies to you.

Orders with multiple pairs of Kyrgies ship in polybags made from 100% recycled materials, at least 50% of which is post-consumer content.

Wool is a great material, and our factory does not waste any of it. One of the best things about it is that it's extremely versatile. Any scrap of felt left over from making a pair of Kyrgies can be reprocessed and reused. Sometimes it's used as extra padding in our Tengries or Molded Soles. Other times it's reused as building insulation.

At Kyrgies, reducing waste is a core value, which is why we’re proud to partner with Fabscrap, a nonprofit dedicated to keeping textile waste out of landfills by collecting and reusing discarded fabrics.

Through this partnership, you can join us in making a difference by choosing to add a donation to Fabscrap with your purchase. Together, we can take steps toward a more sustainable future.