While we are on the topic of beautiful eco-fabrics, let's
finish the thread by highlighting another fabulous find. I was thrilled to
discover U.K. eco-handbag designer Sarah Donegan. Yes, an eco-friendly handbag that you would
actually want to carry. Now that is progress.
Then here comes the beautiful, fashionable
eco-handbags from Sarah Donegan. Her
limited edition pursues are made in the U.K. from 95% recycled vintage textiles, and gorgeous textiles at that. Sarah has a passion for collecting vintage fabrics, and it shows. How can she part with her favorites I wonder?
It is nearly impossible to choose a favorite bag. The colors and patterns are elegant-exotic and conjure up images of a stylish sojourn to a far away land. Golds, reds, oranges, silvers, flowers, hearts, decorative leaves, wow. I also love the novel structure of the bags. Bows, ties, gathers, and buckles are all used to great effect. It is clear that Sarah Donegan has extraordinarily good taste and talent. It is easy to forget but exciting to remember that the fabrics are reincarnated vintage textiles.
How to order was my question. Sarah says that U.S. eco-fashionistas may order directly from the web site. Hopefully an enlightened local retailer will start carrying her line soon. In the meantime, we can have fun window shopping online. www.sarahdonegan.co.uk
Update: I ordered and received the Metallica bag and let me just say, it is gorgeous. Beautiful, elegant, and very high quality. Vintage-fabulous!
In other eco-handbag news, I love the newest Ecoist
collection of playful bags, especially the Ultra and Botero models, made from repurposed materials like candy wrappers in a fair trade way. The Ultra embodies nearly 500 cascading wrappers woven together. www.ecoist.com
In addition, the eco-handbags constructed from recycled book covers like Gulliver's Travels are unique, inspired, and imaginative. Many attractive models appear to be sold out, but let's hope that new bookish bags pop up soon. You will be happy to know that the Madness of a Seduced Woman Book Cover Bag is still available here. www.eco-handbags.ca
I am excited to report on the fabulous eco-chic options from UrthBags, all made using recycled materials and fashionable details. The new eye-catching Julie Yoga Mat bag is constructed from recycled fashion magazines. Sheer eco genius! Their recycled coconut and sea shell eco-handbags are stunning and not to be missed, proving that you can be stylish and save the Earth at the same time. www.urthbags.com
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