THE MATERIALS
For us, it starts with a simple promise. We don't use animal products in creating our collections.
We utilise recycled synthetics + new generation bio-based materials - as they are kinder to animals + the planet.
Yes, it's true. Even recycled synthetics have a lower carbon footprint than animal-derived leather.
RECYCLED SYNTHETICS
Most of our current collection is constructed using materials with 58% recycled content - including PU coated fabrics, recycled polyester webbing + our printed lining made from recycled PET (plastic bottles.)
These fabrics are certified under either the Global Recycled Standard or Recycled Claim Standard, and comply with both REACH and Prop65.
NEW GENERATION MATERIALS
A small yet growing component of our collection is made up of bio-based leather alternatives - including Italian Uppeal™ Appleskin, Mirum® by Natural Fiber Welding + Cactus 'Leather' by Desserto.
UPPEAL™ APPLESKIN
Uppeal™ Appleskin is made up of 25% apple material from fruit industry waste + 35% REACH compliant PU, on a poly cotton substrate.
It has a carbon footprint approximately 8 times lower than the production of animal leather.
CACTUS 'LEATHER'
Our organic cactus leather is made from the dried leaves of the Nopal cactus or Prickly Pear. No herbicides or pesticides are used in the production of this cactus material, and water usage is kept to natural rainfall only - no irrigation required.
MIRUM®
Mirum® is made with natural nutrient + bioneutral ingredients, such as natural rubber, plant-based oils, natural pigments, and agri-waste like rice hulls and coconut fibres.
It has a 10x lower carbon footprint than animal leather.
COTTON
Our Zippy Totes + Pouches are made from 20oz cotton, and our Xtra Overflow Totes are made from cotton + GRS certified recycled webbing.
We recommend hand washing in cold water to minimise any shrinkage.
METALS
Our hardware is made from zinc alloy + then plated in a variety of tones depending on the item we are trimming.
The plating is a surface layer and will fade over time, depending on skin type, sweat, perfume etc.
Our metal chain handbag straps are made from robust + super strong aluminium.
We continue to explore recycled metals + plan to implement these into the collection as we grow.
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