WE’VE GOT SPRING IN THE BAG - 10 Eco Friendly and Vegan Handbags to Plunge You Right into Spring!
One of the greatest (and easiest) ways to update your wardrobe during transitional seasons is with an attention-grabbing new eco friendly handbag. The right bag can instantly change your look with a dash of spring color or the latest spring style. And, when the forecast is STILL calling for snow, it can tide you over until such time as you can debut your new spring fashions.
amykathryn Handbags “Juniper”
Pink, Hillary Duff and Selma Blair all know the joy of owning a bag from amykathryn and now so can you! What makes these bags attract the glitterati? Perhaps it’s the combination of custom printed fabrics with animal-friendly faux leather. Maybe it’s the names that come straight out of the garden. Or maybe it’s just because they are so darn cute! We picked the Juniper oversized clutch with detachable wristlet band. Available in two colors. $56 at www.amykathryn.com.
Barneys New York “Ashbury” Shoulder Bag
What’s black and white and cute all over? This organic hemp tote from Barneys New York. Simple, yet stylish, the Ashbury does have a leather shoulder strap and drawstring closure, but we like the step in the right direction. Available in three colors. $250 at www.barneys.com
Beth Springer “Gumdrop”
Bold prints are always great for spring and this vegan hobo from Beth Springer is an eye-catcher. Oversized and lightweight, it’s made from cotton canvas with 100% organic hemp lining. $320 at www.bethspringer.com
Birch Clothing Clutch
This one will be a conversation piece because it’s crafted from an unused yoga mat and fabric remnants that would otherwise clutter landfills. Love the bright green against the black and white zebra print and it’s a steal! $33 at www.brichclothing.com.
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Canopy Verde “Chicory” Hobo
What better way to launch into spring than with a white handbag and this one from Canopy Verde is perfect, a classic hobo shoulder bag with mod touches, like orange lining, wood trim and wave pattern embroidery. Made from an organic cotton and bamboo blend. $169 at www.thegreenloop.com.
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House + Wear “Rumba” Bag
Love this hand-block printed linen bag. Love the Shape. Love the bold black print. Love, love, love the sweet, big, detachable bow. $120 at www.nimli.com
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Jack & Marjorie Surplus Canvas “Miscou” Bag
You can’t go wrong with khaki canvas for spring and this messenger style from Jack & Marjorie is super cute, with its gathered front flap and contrasting side ties. Even more novel is that it’s made from military surplus cotton tent canvas with an organic cotton twill lining and a canvas military surplus strap. $165 at www.thegreenloop.com
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Matt & Nat “Camden” Bag
Brighten up with this magenta strikingly hot handbag from Matt & Nat from the new spring Japanese Paper collection. The roomy bag is made from vegan leather and 100% recycled magenta faux suede lining. Check the website for current pricing. www.fashion-conscience.com
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Naturally Knotty “Knotty Scraps” Evening Bags
We love a bargain, so you can imagine our excitement when we discovered that these adorable evening bags are sold in sets of six! Made from factory overstock scraps of silk, these little delights are available in either prints or solids. $39.99 at www.naturallyknotty.com.
Sarah Donegan “Waffle” Bag
Hand dyed and boiled hessian gives this roomy bag from Sarah Donegan its unique texture. The salvaged walnut handles and vintage textile lining add to the eco friendliness of the design, while an interior cell phone pocket means no more digging! Available in three soft shades. $190 at www.nimli.com.
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Teich Designs “Flatiron” Bag
Sleek and modern, the rectangular Flatiron bag adds sophistication to any style. We love the slot to slide your hand into on the front. We will caution that it is made from deerskin, but from a tannery that uses environmentally-friendly tanning chemicals and whose skins come from hunting waste. The designer stresses that she doesn’t advocate hunting, but does believe in “rescuing waste and honoring the animal.” Available in two color combinations. For pricing and a list of on-line retailers, visit www.teichdesign.com.
