BAGS…

Wilby was born in 2013 as a vegan fashion range specialising in clutch bags. Not only are all products animal free, but they are certified for being eco-sensitive and environmentally aware too. The brand now sells totes, small handbags and clutches, all of which pack a punch as well as making you feel awfully good. With the brand’s identity firmly based in the London neighbourhood of Chelsea, Wilby is also about celebrating British craftsmanship, but with prices remaining very fair, ranging from £40 – £120.

ndlr faunaetflora : as for environmental labels, they don’t have any but they are certifying on their website the use of organic and eco-friendly materials as much as possible, like linings in organic otton, recycled cloths, ecological backings, cork leather. All is created in Chelsea and all is made in England, a good extra label!

 

Matt & Nat offers a huge selection of lovely leather-look handbags – from satchels and totes to overnight bags and backpacks, the brand is the place to be when you’re in need of a fair-priced, well-made bag. The brand started in 1995, inspired by MAT(t)erial and NATure, using only vegan-friendly material and are constantly endeavouring to find new sustainable practices. Prices start at £80 and only reach £160 for a weekend dream of a bag and shipping is free if you spend over £50.

ndlr faunaetflora : they have an amazing collection with soft cork leather! And they developped a range of lining from recycled PVC bottles. However, some of their materials are still PVC even if it is the most toxic vegan leather for production and use. Their factories are in China and they are speaking of good relationships, more human, but be careful, it is rarely possible today, and too hard to control. Important note : their is a really chic men’s range.

 

La Bante‘s fashion-forward bag designs have the PETA vegan stamp of approval, and the company ethos is ‘Fashion with Respect’ – ensuring all suppliers adhere to its cruelty-free code of conduct. Prices start at £55 for a chain-strap shoulder bag ideal for a night out, with smart bags that would suit an office-ready look down to a tee also on offer.

ndlr faunaetflora : the website is not pleasant because of the newsletter pop-up and I don’t share Amy’s opinion on style, probably too british for me. Furthermore, their are too few infos on their website, I can’t recommend them.

 

Stella McCartney is one of fashion’s most famous vegetarians, refusing to use any leather or fur in her designs. For designer handbags, she really is the best at proving that animal-free products do not need to mean a compromise on style. She recently told The Telegraph: “Most of the women here tonight probably don’t even know the bags aren’t leather, and I find that very exciting.” Expect to pay between £175 and £1,500 depending on your choice of tote.

ndlr faunaetflora : Note that the brand is working with developping crews and use now partly some new biodegradable materials, faux-leather from plants, and limit the use of wool in their clothes to approved neo-zealand producers who signe a chart for good breeding conditions and veterinary support.

SHOES…

 

Wills describes itself as an ‘animal and human friendly’ brand, with shoes being made animal free and all workers being paid and treated in accordance to European regulations. The brand was started with the aim to bridge the gap between wearing affordable, high-street type fashion and living an ethical life. The designs really do echo what is happening on the high street and prices are what you’d expect to pay there too (ranging from £40 – £100).

ndlr faunaetflora : good point is they have a men’s range, but regarding the trendy side I am less convinced, especially within the women’s range. Shapes are nice but not the latest. However, good trick with free delivery, but be careful it is ony for the first time, to make your opinion. No more infos on the website.

 

Beyond Skin is a Brighton-based, vegan-friendly footwear brand, which began in 2001 in a bid to inject some much needed style into veggie fashion. It now carries everything from bridal shoes to office pumps and a great selection of leather and suede-look boots, perfect for winter. You will pay from between £80 – £250 for a pair of shoes, all of which are handmade in Spain. Oh, and Natalie Portman is a fan too.

ndlr faunaetflora : okay the design is especially british, maybe too plastic-look on some maerials. However they offer quite a big choice. They have got many labels (vegeterian society, PETA, ethical wards, footwear awards, good business awards,…) and they explain themselves really clearly, and are really sharing their experience. Materials are italian, fake-suede is recycled, and shoes wer emade first in England and now in Spain….A good reference.

 

Italian vegan leather is a dream come true for any cruelty-conscious fashionista and Noah provide just that, and in style. Whether you’re after ballerinas, trainers, strappy sandals or winter boots, Noah can have you kitted out for every season and occasion. All products are exclusively handcrafted in traditional Italian techniques and use no animal products whatsoever. Expect to pay between £100 – £250 for a pair. They are shipped from Germany though, so be aware of international shipping charges.

ndlr faunaetflora : a classical style, maybe easier for men, with nice derbies and boots.

 

FAUX FUR…  

 

If you’ve missed the Shrimps revolution, then you need to get on board. The London Fashion Week brand has taken the world by storm in the last few months, with every fashion editor having one of these colourful coats on their wish list. A cropped jacket costs £450 and if you can stretch to £595, you can bag yourself the gorgeous Dulcie coat.  

ndlr faunaetflora : it is completely insane, that’s good! we are far from the grandma-look of fake fur, it is young, it’s obvious. Careful though, sweaters are in Merinos wool with no infos, and when you have heard one about museling, you can ask some questions…

 

Helen Moore is a family-run company which launched back in 1982 but has been going from strength to strength more recently. With brightly coloured, patterned and innovative designs, you will find faux-fur clutches, muffs, collars and scarves which you will want to order immediately, especially as the winter chill hits. A new fluffy friend will set you back £40 – £150.

ndlr faunaetflora : All is made in England

 

FASHION…

 

For vegan wardrobes in need of high-quality basics, Alabama Chanin is a name to know. The company use only organic cotton jersey fabric in all their designs and maintain sustainable practices and slow fashion techniques in the creation of their garments. For basic tops and tunics, you will pay about £100 – £150 and for more intricate designs – which are all cut, painted and sewn on order – be prepared to part with around £500.

ndlr faunaetflora : a little bohemian but beautiful pictures on the website. Their project goes further with ateliers, tutorials, diy, inspiraitons, to make you do yourself, to limit the environmental impact.

 

Black Score is a mighty fine T-shirt company, which is not only vegan but full of humour, too. From fashion jokes to doodles of Cara Delevingne and Kanye West, this should be your go to for funny, cool T-shirts which cash in on the novelty trend but are also entirely animal-friendly. A tee will set you back between £20 – £40 and all are handmade on order.

ndlr faunaetflora : fun

 

Launched in 2009, Vaute Couture aimed to put the vegan into haute couture. Initially setting out to create the perfect coat for Chicago winters, the brand now also sells allsorts of other wardrobe essentials, including party-ready dresses and wonderful winter accessories. The brand combines high design with high function and most importantly, high ethics – taking animals out of the fashion equation. Although branded as haute couture, the prices aren’t as bank-breaking as you might expect, with a coat around the £300 mark and a dress about £150. Although there is just one flat shipping cost, duties and taxes will be added on delivery so check what these will be for your desired items before a big order.

ndlr faunaetflora : the coats are indeed really nice, technical, water-proof and breathable, without any wool or felt, or moleskin. Prices are high but the project deserves to be congratulated.

 

Adolfo Dominguez is a renowned Spanish designer who specialises in expert craftsmanship and – like all these brands – has PETA’s approved vegan logo. If you’re looking for designer cocktail dresses, workwear and stunning faux-leather jackets, look no further. Shop online or check out his Covent Garden store.

ndlr faunaetflora : Careful, careful, there are leah=ther boots everywhere on their website, I don’t understand the PETA label. It only concerns bags and jackets, so maybe this brand doesn’t have ethics but mainly a good marketing crew.

Find out more about PETA and vegan fashion here

See you soon,

Coline