In an ever-changing society with fluctuating agendas, it’s only natural to want to flow with the times. Though what if an agenda that was once uninterrupted and unmoved has morphed into a hub that prompts deforestation and climate confusion? In this case, we re-assess the inner working of the fashion industry and its stance on leather. Once a fashion medium that inarguably laid the foundation for design natives worldwide, leather is now being called to stand to unpack its lack of conscious friendly attributes. So on that note, we think it might be time to opt for a lesson in the alternative, vegan leather. Slick, firm, and indeed “leathery,” this material moonlights as the real thing, though with an environmental docket. Check out our favorite vegan leather bags to get a kick-start on your journey to promoting ecological preservation and sustainable practices.

Vivienne Westwood
Yasmin Re-Vegan Mini Bag

$357, Farfetch

Themoire
Aria Quilt Vegan Leather Top-Handle Bag

$325, Neiman Marcus

Michael Kors
Nola Small Metallic Faux Leather Crossbody Bag

$298, Michael Kors

MM6 Maison Margiela
Small Triangle Tote

$290, ShopBop

Simon Miller
Turnover Flap Faux-Leather Shoulder Bag

$193, Neiman Marcus

A.W.A.K.E. Mode

Mia Mini Knot Vegan Leather Top-Handle Bag

$187, Bergdorf Goodman

Matt & Nat

Giulia Vegan Shoulder Bag – Appleskin™

$185, Matt & Nat

A.L.C
Leo Mid Size Vegan Leather Bag

$175, A.L.C

JW Pei

Women’s Joy Shoulder Bag

$89, JW Pei

ASOS

French Connection Shoulder Bag

$73, ASOS

The Vegan Warehouse

Mersi Alicia Crossbody

$69, The Vegan Warehouse