Every Move Matters

Protecting the planet. Championing people. Inspiring for change.

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Since day one, we’ve innovated. Done things differently, to craft quality shoes that look out for your feet and the earth beneath them. And as we’ve grown, so have our initiatives, staying true to our community-focused roots to support people across the globe.

As part of striving to be as sustainable, conscientious, responsible, and inclusive as possible, Every Move Matters is our manifesto for the world ahead.

Join us as we work to be better – for you, for the planet, for us all.

  • Inspiring for change

    We're change-makers – always have been, always will be. And we're fiercely committed to improving equality, diversity, and inclusivity locally and globally: whether supporting Black creatives in fashion, mentoring marketing talent from the LGBTQ+ community, or working with UNICEF to transform the lives of children around the world. We will continue to amplify marginalised and underrepresented voices, partnering with more like-minded brands and businesses to keep changing the world for the better.

  • Championing people

    People make us who we are, and we believe in looking after them. Back in the 19th century, his Quaker roots saw William Clark invest in his Somerset community and even build his workers homes – many of which still surround our global HQ in Street. When it comes to our colleagues, partners, and customers, we act with integrity and honesty, with more pledges to our people on the way as we move forward.

  • Protecting the planet

    We crafted our first pair of slippers from leftover sheepskin – so minimising our environmental impact is in our DNA. We make our shoes to last, using durable, quality materials that stand the test of time. And we utilise revolutionary waste-reducing shoe construction for collections like glueless Origin, strive for sustainable alternatives to virgin materials, including bio-based and recycled content, and invest in shoe recycling and resale projects to close the loop and benefit communities near and far.

There’s more to do as we continue our sustainability journey. But we’re stepping in the right direction. Join us on our journey to be better, so you can buy better for the world ahead.

Explore Our Initiatives For People And Planet

Origin 2.0. Our Most Sustainable Shoe Yet

Ingeniously crafted using just five pieces, recycled uppers and zero glue, ultra-light, breathable Origin 2.0 maxes out on conscious comfort and minimises impact on the planet. Inspired by our revolutionary roots. Made for the world ahead.

Discover Origin 2.0

Velhill: Simply Designed Sustainably Made

We’re lightening up for the world ahead. Crafted using our pioneering waste-reducing Polyveldt construction method, the Velhill collection uses fewer materials to create sandals and sneakers with a smaller environmental impact.

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Clean, Restore, Protect

Breathing new life into your forever favourites, our specialist cleaning and caring products restore well-worn pairs to their best (while exceptional protection helps them stay that way.) So, your trusty styles are ready to wear for longer - a big tick for you, and a big tick for Earth.

Shop Our Shoecare Collection

Love The Planet You Play On

Crafted using 100% organic cotton canvas and brilliant recycled materials, the Clarks X Frugi collab sees playful prints emblazon breathable, machine-washable uppers and durable rubber soles - encouraging children to explore the wonders of nature while looking after the planet we call home.

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Clarks X The Elephant Room: One Month Mentors

We’re committed to inspiring for change to create a more inclusive world. That’s why we work with progressive UK branding agency The Elephant Room on their ‘One Month Mentors’ programme, championing the personal and professional development during Black History Month, International Women’s Month, and Pride.

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Close The Loop With Clarks

We design our shoes to go the distance. But, when you’re ready to part ways with your pairs, you can recycle them at UK Clarks stores as part of our ShoeShare partnership with UNICEF – transforming children’s lives around the world.

Recycle your shoes

Our Every Move Matters Sustainability Experts

Leading experts on the environment, sustainable materials, and diversity and inclusion, our Sustainability Advisory Panel work closely with us to support our journey to be as conscious and responsible as possible.

Meet the panel

Earth Day: Innovating For The World Ahead

Being mindful of Earth? It’s in our DNA. On Earth Day and every day, we strive to innovate for people and planet - from revolutionary waste-reducing shoe construction to resale and recycling initiatives. Helping you make confident, considered choices with Clarks.

Join us on our journey

Our Responsible Leather Journey

Durable and comfortable, we believe leather’s incredible natural properties make it the most conscious choice. And we’re proud founder members of the Leather Working Group, with much of our leather sourced from tanneries that actively reduce waste and decrease their energy and water use.

Read about our responsibly sourced leather

People. Planet. Policy.

Responsible business is part of our DNA. Which is why we do as much as we can to support the communities in which we live and work, as well as the planet we all call home. Our policies are there to guide us on this journey.

Discover all of our policies