I recently learned about Okabashi, a line of affordable and environmentally friendly casual footwear made in the United States since 1984.

Please Note: I received a pair of Okabashi shoes. Views expressed are always 100% my own.

I like that idea that all Okabashi footwear is designed with a massaging insole, arch support and ergonomic foot beds. As someone who's on my feet for most of the day those features are REALLY appealing.

But that's not the only cool thing about the Okabashi brand

Okabashi has teamed up with Better World books to celebrate Holidays with Sole. Starting November 1, 2011, for every pair of Okabashi shoes purchased online through December 31st, Okabashi Brands will donate a pair of shoes to a homeless student in need.

Better World Books will also be conducting a parallel program by donating an age-appropriate book for every book sold on their website. Donations will be distributed to Atlanta area schools in late March.

And if that's not enough motivation for you to buy a pair of Okabashi, then maybe knowing that Okabashi operates a clean manufacturing facility which only produces 100% recyclable shoes will be.

Other Okabashi’s unbeatable features:

• 100% recyclable and contains 30% recycled material (Good for the Planet)
• Supportive with a massaging insole that helps relieve foot and back pain. (Good foot relief post workout)
• Guaranteed for 2 years ( Good for your pocket!)
• Made in the USA -Buford, GA to be exact! (Good for the U.S.)
• Dishwasher-safe and machine washable (Good for clean shoes)
• Antimicrobial and odor resistant (Good to prevent bacteria)
• Anti-slip (Good for slippery surfaces)
• Completely water proof (Good for longevity)
• The ONLY shoe endorsed by the American Chiropractic Association (Good to be noticed!)

PLUS their available in a wide range of styles, colors and sizes. Now go shopping!

To learn more about Okabashi visit - www.okabashi.com

To learn more about Better World books visit - www.betterworldbooks.com