These Vegan Handbags Will Make You Rethink Leather

Vegan leather has become so beautiful and durable it’s hard to tell sometimes whether its real or not, which is kind of the point. As a result, there are now a ton of brands available that sell vegan leather handbags, but which brands are worth buying?

I’ve done the work for you and rounded up two brands that sell vegan leather handbags that are both great quality and stylish. At two price points you have the option to browse an affordable brand and a higher end brand, depending on your budget.

Matt and Natt Affordable Vegan Handbags

All Matt and Natt bags are vegan leather and the lining is made from 100% recycled plastic water bottles. I love that they’re totally cruelty free.

The Adel Micro Vegan Satchel is small enough to incorporate into your wardrobe effortlessly, especially if you’re looking to create a minimalist wardrobe that can go from season to season. A vegan leather purse is perfect for nights out and these are no exception.

If you’re looking for something a bit bigger to fill with work essentials the Adel Vegan Satchel is the next size up and offers more room for things you might need on the go.

If you prefer a crossbody like I do, the Drewmed Crossbody is a structured crossbody with a detachable strap and one of my personal favourites since it’s so easy to just throw over your shoulder and get on with your day. there’s no forgetting it at a cafe because it’s basically always on you. Making life more simple.

For a bit of a larger crossbody go with the Erika Vegan Crossbody Bag with adjustable straps, you can use this one as a tote too so yay for versatility because we all need some of that in our lives.

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Von Holzhausen Luxury Vegan Handbags

Von Holzhausen is a bit more of a luxury vegan leather brand company, but their designs and quality are worth it. You actually can’t tell that they’re made from vegan leather.

Von Holzhausen uses Technik leather which captures the essence of premium leather without the negative environmental impacts. Skilled artisans create each piece in ethical working conditions, fair wages and benefits.

They also give back to Hope Gardens, which focuses on helping women regain independence through long term rehabilitation programs and support services.

I’ve been using the Medium Shopper in Black for a few years now and love the size and structure. It’s a vegan tote bag without the harm. It fits my laptop, wallet, phone, lipstick, and any other small items I would need for the day. The caramel and oat and caramel colourways are also stunning.

Pictured with The Medium Shopper in Black

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If you’re looking for something a bit smaller and more for city life and errands check out the crossbody styles. Particularly the Circle Crossbody in Stone, Forest, or Black.

Created using bamboo, the most renewable resource on the planet, The Circle Bag is inspired by the circular form of the bamboo plant. It’s functional, crossbody style perfectly carries all of your essentials within an iconic shape.
Features include an exterior pocket, an interior organizational pocket, adjustable crossbody strap and Von Holzhausen’s signature knotted details. It has a zipper closure in black metal and the soft microsuede liner is made from recycled plastic water bottles and is easy to clean. They’re also made in the U.S.A.

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Styling Options

Since the vegan leather handbags linked in this post are all relatively minimalist you really can wear these bags with anything. If you’re looking to add a bag into your wardrobe as a statement piece keep everything else you’re wearing understated, otherwise go wild and add colour and texture to your outfit and let the bag compliment that. The great thing about the minimal style is the ability to wear almost anything and look really great.

I hope you like this roundup, let me know in the comments which vegan handbags you like the best and don’t forget to sign up for the weekly newsletter.

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