Lately we’ve been getting a lot more client requests for vegan leather items. Vegan leather sounds like a planet-friendly choice, but it isn’t always. A lot of faux leather is actually made from PVC, which creates dioxins that pollutes waterways and soil and are toxic to our own health. We thought we’d help you out by sharing some of the most eco-friendly brands out there, all of which have sustainable manufacturing practices and use Polyurethane (PU) and other recycled or man made materials.
Happy Eco-Friendly Shopping!
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Angela Roi
Although they were both born in South Korea, Angela and Roi Lee met in the United States and began dating in 2011. They conceived the Angela Roi company in 2012, founded on the belief “that greater things can be achieved through the means of fashion.” Angela and Roi’s purses are constructed from vegan leather made of polyurethane.
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Angela Roi Morning Cross-Body, $135
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Angela Roi Sunday Tote II, $195
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Angela Roi Jules Bucket Bag, $150
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Angela Roi Andrea Tall Tote, $105
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Angela Roi V Chain Cross-Body, $82
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Angela Roi Elle Cosmetic Case Set, $80
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Matt & Nat
MAT(T)erial + NATure = MATT + NAT! How cute is that? All Matt & Nat products are made from vegan and sustainable materials, including polyurethane leather, recycled plastic, rubber, and cork. A-list celebrities like Natalie Portman, Charlize Theron, and Olivia Wilde have endorsed Matt & Nat – and you should, too!
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Freedom Of Animals
Freedom of Animals is all about…well, the freedom of animals! These purses are made of cruelty-free and sustainable materials sourced from eco-friendly manufacturers. Also, Freedom of Animals bags are created in U.S. factories. No “Made in China” stickers on these guys! The purses are named for young elephants that lost their parents to poaching in Africa (poor things).
Freedom of Animals Nikki x Foa Canvas Mini Boromo Circle Bag, $85
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Freedom of Animals Nikki x Foa Canvas Mini Bucket Bag, $95
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Freedom of Animals Nikki Reed x Freedom of Animals Veronika Tote, $260
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Freedom of Animals Nikki Reed x Freedom of Animals Sohalia Belt Bag, $180
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Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney brings her vegetarian values to her products. Not only is the fur and leather industry harmful to animals, but also to us: according to the Stella McCartney website, “meat and leather production is responsible for 18% of all manmade greenhouse gases in the world.” Crazy. So, why contribute to all that damage when you can get snazzy, harm-free bags like these instead?
Stella McCartney Mini Falabella Shaggy Deer Faux Leather Tote,$1,055
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Stella McCartney Small Ring Leopard Print Faux Calf Hair Crossbody Bag,$1,375
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Stella McCartney Falabella Shaggy DeerFaux Leather Crossbody Bag, $895
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Stella McCartney Tiny Falabella MetallicFaux Leather Crossbody Bag, $775
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Stella McCartney Small Falabella Star Embroidered Denim Tote,$1,275
Stella McCartney Falabella Caned Faux Leather Crossbody Bag, $1,190
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Lani Inlander is a personal stylist, working with clients who want to feel their best and look put-together every day. You can find her in the D.C. and New York metropolitan areas.
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