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THE CREATIVE JOURNAL

INSPIRATION: SERIES 10 - MEMENTO
IMAGE OF COCO STANDING IN A GARDEN WEARING A YELLOW SATIN SUIT + CARRYING TWO SANS BEAST DUMPLING BAGS

By Cathryn Wills

Series 10: Memento, is nearly here.  What is about the notion of memento mori that resonated, who are our creative collaborators + where is that stunning garden? All of these questions + more covered in this brief missive about our 10th collection in this Sans Beast journey.
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IN CONVERSATION: LIVING A PLANT BASED LIFE WITH RACHEL STEENLAND
A woman wearing a red skirt sits under a brightly coloured bouganvillea plant, smiling broadly at the camera.

By Jennifer Wills

Rachel Steenland is a Gold Coast native now living in San Diego + her journey to plant based living is a compelling one. We chatted with Rachel to learn her tips for getting started with vegan food and her favourite vegan holiday recipes.
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INSPIRATION: VALENTINES DAY - READ, WATCH, LISTEN TO LOVE
Image of two mice sitting on seed pods with their noses connecting like a kiss

By Jennifer Wills

We are a team of humans that love love, in all its forms.  This Valentines Day, we have some recommendations for movies, books + more that celebrate love - romantic, platonic, familial + of course self love, because all love is worth shouting from the rooftops about. 
Read more
IN CONVERSATION: MARTHA BUTLER OF LOVING EARTH CHOCOLATE
Loving Earth vegan chocolate

By Jennifer Wills

We recently chatted to Martha Butler, co-founder of Loving Earth - the Melbourne based chocolate makers with an unswerving focus on ethical sourcing + organic, vegan ingredients.  Even their chocolate wrappers are home compostable. Read on to learn more about this beautiful vegan brand that works to deliver joy in all they do.
Read more
INSPIRATION: SERIES 8 - ELEMENTAL
Paris walks along a beach shoreline with a black Sans Beast vegan backpack on her back.

By Cathryn Wills

Our new collection Series 8: Elemental introduces a palette inspired by nature, with shades of olive, beetroot, moss + wheat.  Discover what's new - and what's not - at Sans Beast.
Read more
INSPIRATION: 2020 - SANS BEAST CAPTAIN'S LOG.
A group of purple toned Sans Beast vegan bags sit on shelving in a factory

By Cathryn Wills

An overview of 2020 + the lessons learnt for Sans Beast, from the perspective of our founder Cathryn.  It's been one hell of a ride + we feel we've come out the other side wiser, braver + more resilient - ready for all 2021 has to throw at us.  One key lesson out of all of this has been to reaffirm our mission + recommit to the business of Sans Beast.  We can't wait to show you what we have in store for the year ahead + hope you'll continue on this journey with us.
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INSPIRATION: OUR FAVOURITE CRUELTY FREE FINDS
IMAGE OF FLUFF MAKEUP AGAINST A YELLOW BACKGROUND + CANDLES TO THE RIGHT.

By Cathryn Wills

Looking for cruelty free recommendations - beyond a vegan bag? The SB team have you covered with our picks of vegan beauty, fashion, homewares + more.
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INSPIRATION: SERIES 09 - GROUNDED
Dechen wears a brown toned suit, and holds two brown toned Sans Beast vegan handbags.

By Jennifer Wills

Our new collection Series 09: Grounded is here, showcasing our signature styles in new season shades, plus a sprinkling of exciting new shapes to bring cruelty free joy + function to your life.  See what's new at Sans Beast.
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INSPIRATION: CW'S SIGN OFF FOR 2021
Cathryn Wills stands against a green wall + smiles at the camera

By Jennifer Wills

Another year of running a small, purpose led, vegan friendly business has brought learnings, challenges, wins + losses.  So much has happened this year + as someone who likes to reflect + improve, I've written this post to share a few of the moments of clarity that struck this year.  Always grateful for what we've built + for the wise, creative + talented folk we work with - and for you, the community growing with us day by day.
Read more
INSPIRATION: A SANS BEAST FESTIVUS 2021
Image of five people sitting + standing in front of the camera holding up handbags. In the background is a green painted wall, Sans Beast handbags hanging, a picture of a greyhound + some monstera plants

By Jennifer Wills

Sans Beast is gearing up for the festive season, planning vegan feasts + of course plenty of vegan bags on our gift lists.  Read more about what we're eating, supporting + gifting this year, along with details of our festive gift wrapping + the all important shipping timelines.
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INSPIRATION: SERIES 7 - LOST + FOUND
Juliette standing in an arched doorway with The Lobby Cross Body in Chestnut Lizard.

By Laura Vigilante

Series 7, Lost + Found, has landed. We created this concept mid 2020. Dreams of travel served as inspiration for the campaign story, a road trip to cactus fields + a nostalgic 1970's motel.
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IN CONVERSATION: EMMA HAKANSSON
Emma Hakansson holding an Animal Liberation sign with other protestors

By Cathryn Wills

Emma Hakansson has been a friend of Sans Beast, as well as an occasional face of the brand, since 'the beginning'.  She is a woman who wears many hats, and applies her talents + time, to making a difference in this life.  A passionate advocate for animals, a soon to be published author, a model + a content creator, Emma is someone who walks her talk.  We hope you'll enjoy reading about this inspiring creative creature.
Read more
INSPIRATION: SERIES 10 - MEMENTO
IMAGE OF COCO STANDING IN A GARDEN WEARING A YELLOW SATIN SUIT + CARRYING TWO SANS BEAST DUMPLING BAGS

By Cathryn Wills

Series 10: Memento, is nearly here.  What is about the notion of memento mori that resonated, who are our creative collaborators + where is that stunning garden? All of these questions + more covered in this brief missive about our 10th collection in this Sans Beast journey.
Read more
INSPIRATION: OUR FAVOURITE CRUELTY FREE FINDS
IMAGE OF FLUFF MAKEUP AGAINST A YELLOW BACKGROUND + CANDLES TO THE RIGHT.

By Cathryn Wills

Looking for cruelty free recommendations - beyond a vegan bag? The SB team have you covered with our picks of vegan beauty, fashion, homewares + more.
Read more
IN CONVERSATION: LIVING A PLANT BASED LIFE WITH RACHEL STEENLAND
A woman wearing a red skirt sits under a brightly coloured bouganvillea plant, smiling broadly at the camera.

By Jennifer Wills

Rachel Steenland is a Gold Coast native now living in San Diego + her journey to plant based living is a compelling one. We chatted with Rachel to learn her tips for getting started with vegan food and her favourite vegan holiday recipes.
Read more
INSPIRATION: SERIES 09 - GROUNDED
Dechen wears a brown toned suit, and holds two brown toned Sans Beast vegan handbags.

By Jennifer Wills

Our new collection Series 09: Grounded is here, showcasing our signature styles in new season shades, plus a sprinkling of exciting new shapes to bring cruelty free joy + function to your life.  See what's new at Sans Beast.
Read more
INSPIRATION: VALENTINES DAY - READ, WATCH, LISTEN TO LOVE
Image of two mice sitting on seed pods with their noses connecting like a kiss

By Jennifer Wills

We are a team of humans that love love, in all its forms.  This Valentines Day, we have some recommendations for movies, books + more that celebrate love - romantic, platonic, familial + of course self love, because all love is worth shouting from the rooftops about. 
Read more
INSPIRATION: CW'S SIGN OFF FOR 2021
Cathryn Wills stands against a green wall + smiles at the camera

By Jennifer Wills

Another year of running a small, purpose led, vegan friendly business has brought learnings, challenges, wins + losses.  So much has happened this year + as someone who likes to reflect + improve, I've written this post to share a few of the moments of clarity that struck this year.  Always grateful for what we've built + for the wise, creative + talented folk we work with - and for you, the community growing with us day by day.
Read more
IN CONVERSATION: MARTHA BUTLER OF LOVING EARTH CHOCOLATE
Loving Earth vegan chocolate

By Jennifer Wills

We recently chatted to Martha Butler, co-founder of Loving Earth - the Melbourne based chocolate makers with an unswerving focus on ethical sourcing + organic, vegan ingredients.  Even their chocolate wrappers are home compostable. Read on to learn more about this beautiful vegan brand that works to deliver joy in all they do.
Read more
INSPIRATION: A SANS BEAST FESTIVUS 2021
Image of five people sitting + standing in front of the camera holding up handbags. In the background is a green painted wall, Sans Beast handbags hanging, a picture of a greyhound + some monstera plants

By Jennifer Wills

Sans Beast is gearing up for the festive season, planning vegan feasts + of course plenty of vegan bags on our gift lists.  Read more about what we're eating, supporting + gifting this year, along with details of our festive gift wrapping + the all important shipping timelines.
Read more
INSPIRATION: SERIES 8 - ELEMENTAL
Paris walks along a beach shoreline with a black Sans Beast vegan backpack on her back.

By Cathryn Wills

Our new collection Series 8: Elemental introduces a palette inspired by nature, with shades of olive, beetroot, moss + wheat.  Discover what's new - and what's not - at Sans Beast.
Read more
INSPIRATION: SERIES 7 - LOST + FOUND
Juliette standing in an arched doorway with The Lobby Cross Body in Chestnut Lizard.

By Laura Vigilante

Series 7, Lost + Found, has landed. We created this concept mid 2020. Dreams of travel served as inspiration for the campaign story, a road trip to cactus fields + a nostalgic 1970's motel.
Read more
INSPIRATION: 2020 - SANS BEAST CAPTAIN'S LOG.
A group of purple toned Sans Beast vegan bags sit on shelving in a factory

By Cathryn Wills

An overview of 2020 + the lessons learnt for Sans Beast, from the perspective of our founder Cathryn.  It's been one hell of a ride + we feel we've come out the other side wiser, braver + more resilient - ready for all 2021 has to throw at us.  One key lesson out of all of this has been to reaffirm our mission + recommit to the business of Sans Beast.  We can't wait to show you what we have in store for the year ahead + hope you'll continue on this journey with us.
Read more
IN CONVERSATION: EMMA HAKANSSON
Emma Hakansson holding an Animal Liberation sign with other protestors

By Cathryn Wills

Emma Hakansson has been a friend of Sans Beast, as well as an occasional face of the brand, since 'the beginning'.  She is a woman who wears many hats, and applies her talents + time, to making a difference in this life.  A passionate advocate for animals, a soon to be published author, a model + a content creator, Emma is someone who walks her talk.  We hope you'll enjoy reading about this inspiring creative creature.
Read more