Plastic, leather, and polyester bags harm the planet—but the good news is, you don’t have to rely on them. Bringing along your own eco friendly vegan bag makes shopping, hiking, and traveling lighter on the earth. From stylish totes to durable luggage, these options are made with sustainable and vegan materials so you can travel with a clear conscience.
Small Bags
Looking for a compact bag that folds into your backpack or suitcase? These brands make it easy to stay eco-friendly on the go:
- Bagito creates durable shopping bags made from recycled materials like plastic bottles and non-GMO cotton. Plus, every purchase supports K–12 environmental education.
- Eco Bags is a women-owned business that makes simple, stylish bags from recycled cotton, canvas, and organic fabrics. Their string produce bags and nut milk bags are especially handy for everyday use.
- Carry Green specializes in jute (burlap) bags that are recyclable, biodegradable, and built to last. Learn more about their eco mission here.
Bigger Bags
Need something more durable for travel or daily use? These companies combine sustainable design with great style:
- Arsayo (Paris-based) makes trendy, animal-free bags from innovative materials like Portuguese cork and even apple leather.
- Haiku is a woman-powered company turning recycled bottles into stylish bags—each one saves about nine bottles from landfills.
- WAYKS offers modular, multi-purpose bags made with sustainable materials and bluesign® system partners. One bag works for many occasions!
- Remember Me Green turns NYC billboards into one-of-a-kind bags, partnering with local companies to repurpose materials into stylish totes and backpacks.
- REPREVE transforms recycled plastic bottles into high-quality fibers for roomy, versatile bags. Their live bottle tracker shows recycling in action.
- MATT & NAT use recycled bottles, cork, rubber, and vegan leather to make timeless bags. They also support Dress for Success, helping women re-enter the workforce.
Help a Cause
Some companies go even further, giving back a portion of profits to environmental and social causes:
- aTana designs eco-conscious outdoor bags from recycled polymers and organic materials. Each bag comes with a lifetime warranty, and 1% of sales supports ocean clean-up.
- Give Back Goods sells stylish, upcycled bags while donating to causes like wildlife protection, clean water, and landfill preservation.
- Maika offers totes, handbags, and pouches with hand-drawn designs. Small enough to fit in a suitcase, plus 1% of proceeds support charities each quarter.
Luggage
Traveling light doesn’t mean giving up eco-friendliness. These companies create sustainable luggage options that are durable and stylish:
- The Tot offers eco-friendly children’s suitcases like the Olli Ella See Ya, made from organic and vegan materials—perfect for little travelers.
- Smallable makes sleek, organic cotton luggage that works well for carry-on or day trips.
- Roam hand-builds custom luggage with sustainable materials. Explore their full collection here.
Let’s Discuss!
Which of these eco friendly vegan bags do you love most? Do you use a tote, backpack, or suitcase made from sustainable materials? Share your thoughts in the comments—we’d love to hear from you and may include your suggestions in future updates.
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