Lately I’ve been noticing TOMS cute ballet flats for spring in several NYC stores. They seem to be a more stylish take on the previous Argentine alpargata inspired designs. I’ve always loved TOMS One for One philosophy but couldn’t see myself wear the shoes until I saw the new styles like the dual-tone Alessandra Black flats in burlap and canvas. The concept of One for One is very straightforward and powerful. It ensures that with every pair of shoes purchased 
TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. For a more sustainable approach instead of one-time giving TOMS partners with humanitarian organizations worldwide. The goal is to improve children’s health and education for the long-term and not affect local businesses negatively by taking work away from them. Many soil-transmitted diseases or infections can be prevented by wearing shoes that help to keep children healthy and in school. Especially since in many developing countries children walk for miles to get to school, clean water or medical help.
Since starting the company in 2006 the founder Blake Mycoskie also added a cool eyewear line with multiple styles that follows the same One for One principle. Instead of just giving a pair of eyeglasses the program takes a more holistic approach. If you buy a pair of TOMS glasses another person receives the type of eye-care they need which could be a medical treatment, a pair of prescription glasses or sight-saving surgery. Looks like a great cause worth supporting to me.
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