These Sustainable Handbags Support Eco-Friendly Fashion Without Sacrificing Style

Gunas By Jamila Stewart ·May 6, 2021May 6, 2021

We know what can come to mind when you hear the words “sustainable fashion.” For many, the visual…is boring. But at a closer glance, the fashion industry has shifted so drastically in recent years that sustainable fashion today is anything but. Even more, it’s necessary.

Not only do the vast majority of textiles end their life cycle in land>Business Insider, the fashion industry is responsible for 10% of the Earth’s carbon emissions, proving detrimental to our water supply by drying up and polluting rivers and dams. It’s refreshing, then, to see so many designers prioritizing eco-friendly practices — be it employing the upcycling and recycling of fabrics, using organic fibers, opting for vegan alternatives, or re-purposing plastic into fibers. The plus? They’re doing it all without sacrificing style.

Because accessories are so important to a well-rounded outfit, and specifically, handbags are essential to functionality, what better way to start your sustainable accessories collection than with a scroll through some of the best sustainable handbags on the market? Check them out, below!

01Cottontail Bag by GunasNot only will this handbag add a welcomed pop of color to your outfit, it’s got plenty of sustainable elements, including its vegan leather exterior, an interior made from recycled water bottles, and recycled metal hardware.

Gunas $198 Shop Now 02Water Moon Cross Body by Alkeme AtelierSustainability looks pretty good on this statement bag. Not only is its lining made of recycled plastic, the brand also plants a tree for every bag sold.

Alkeme Atelier $249 Shop Now 03Blue Tiger Zaria by Anima IrisThis Anima Iris bag is ideal for anyone looking for a fun twist on animal print. Plus, shopping with the brand means promoting no-waste production — Anima Iris sources its leather in minimal quantities and repurposes any leftovers into cardholders, key chains and more.

Anima Iris $520 Shop Now 04Recycled Jersey Bag by Peju ObasaAs the name suggests, this pretty-in-pink bag is made from 100% recycled Jersey T-shirt yarn. You can shop the brand’s selection for other styles made with biodegradable raffia as well!

Peju Obasa $216 Shop Now 05Scarlet Red Bag by F&W StyleThis adorable, artisan-made bag sells itself, but it’s even better to know the brand repurposes scraps from its leather bags into belts, AirPod cases and face masks.