In addition to their delightfully attractive designs, Daisy Roots are handmade with a conscious. First of all, every pair of Daisy Roots shoes are made with the softest of leathers or suede providing an inviting space for your little ones toes to grow. That's why Daisy Roots shoes are reccommended by The Child GrowthFoundation. Daisy Roots are not manufactured using the traditional chrome tanning method. Unfortunately, chrome particles remain on the leather following the tanning process and can then be transferred when in contact with skin. In addition to this, as a heavy metal, chrome is not bio-degradable and can provide a negative impact on our water courses and wildlife.