From supercycled Balian accessories to manifesto-driven fashion, this SocialBusiness.org top list of ethical wallets counters the idea that billfolds, change purses and pocket books are all about the dough. Whether it's a vegan material or a socially aware manufacturing chain that is the most important for the brand, this is more than fashion.
One of the standouts of ethical wallets -- when it comes to both look and business idea -- is certainly Bombastic Plastix, a social business based in Bali, Indonesia that values braveness over all else. That includes fighting the system through a radical recycling program, as well as the bright and vibrant designs that will undoubtedly have others doing a double take. Some of these social businesses only offer ethical wallets and some offer a wide array of accessories like technology cases and footwear.
13 Ethical Wallets
From Supercycled Balian Accessories to Manifesto-Driven Fashion:
Social Business Editor — Jun 29, 2014 — Social Good
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Cork Wallets
STITCH & LOCKE Offers an Animal-Free Accessory for Men
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Hand-Dyed Ikat Handbags
Push Pull Cambodia is a Social Enterprise with a Sense of Style
11
Humanizing Haute Accessories
'recess' Offers Minimal and Modern Leather Wallets for Men
10
Life-Changing Macbook Cases
Della LA Creates Unique Accessories That Employ Women in Ghana
9
Culturally Rich Boho Packs
The Ethnotek 2014 Summer Travel Collection is Socially Aware
8
Eco-Chic Handbags
English Retreads Recycles Inner Tubes to Make Refined Leather Accessories
7
Upcycled Inner-Tube Accessories
Alchemy Goods Creates Bags and Wallets from Recycled Materials
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Curated Ethical Boxes
Monthly Blissmoboxes are Packed With Social Goodness
5
Vegan Fair Trade Ventures
Autonomie Project is Fashion That Doesn't Hurt the Wallet or the Planet
4
Manifesto-Driven Fashion
Holstee Wants Customers to Consider People, Planet, Product
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Supercycled Balian Accessories
Bombastic Plastix is a Social Business Creating Good out of Garbage
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Recycled Map Wallets
Mighty Wallet Takes Intricate Recycled Paper & Makes 100% Biodegradable Goods
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Flashy Fair Trade Accessories
Cambodian Threads Designs Vibrant Colored Ties, Bags and Wallets
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Model-Backed Carrying Capsules
Catriona Gray Unveils Her Very Own Sustainable Bag Collection
Repairable 3D-Printed Purses
The MALINKO Design Reusable Bag Prioritizes Style and Sustainability
Multitool Wallet Collections
The Dango S1 Stealth™ Wallet & MT03 Bundle is Ready for Anything
Biodegradable Womenswear Blazers
Lotta Ludwigson's ALVA Blazer Applies Cradle-to-Cradle Design
All-in-One Titanium Wallets
The GPCA United-1 Wallet Stores Cards, Cash, IDs and More
High-Strength Minimalist Wallet Designs
The DANGO ULTEM Wallets are Built with Durability in Mind
Woman-Owned Eco Totes
Digital Avenue is a Woman-Founded Spunky Tote Bag Brand Based in Toronto
Upcycled Sneaker Sustainable Bags
Bibi Bazz Designs the Limited Collection of Eco-Friendly Bags
Modern Metallic Wallet Designs
The Craighill Summit Card Case Has a Sophisticated Construction
Smartphone-Charging Smart Wallets
This Smart Wallet Offers Charging & Phone Stand Functionality
Ethical Hemp-Derived Backpacks
Ecofrico Launches a Sustainable Backpack Line Using Hemp
Eco-Friendly Professional Apparel
Dana Bandi Debut Collection Redefines Power Dressing
Luxe Recycled Leather Luggage
The Porsche Design Urban Eco Collection RL Line is Sustainable
Exaggerated Reclaimed Leather Totes
'The Bag' by Oson is Oversized and Unstructured
Climate Conscious Summer Bags
BAGGU Launches a New Collaboration with Collina Strada
Magnetic Smartphone Stand Wallets
The Satechi Magnetic Wallet Stand Supports Handsfree Viewing
Luggage-Inspired Backpack Designs
The Ekster Grid Backpack Functions Like a Suitcase
Chic Versatile Bags
Sol and Selene Revolutionizing Athleisure with Chic, Versatile Bags
Chic Sustainable Swimwear Designs
MABI Swimwear Debuted the Gaia Capsule Collection
Upcycled Plastic Bag-Made Chairs
Sungai Watch Creates the Ombak Chair from Plastic Bags
Expandable Carbon Fiber Wallets
The Masverano Wallet Features Anti-RFID Properties
Sustainable Luxury Handbags
The First-Ever Reformation Handbags Just Dropped
Eco-Friendly Functional Bags
The Apex Duffle Collection is Sustainable and Versatile
Three-Sided Coins
Vdk Created a 3D Coin to Spark Conversations About Money, People and the Planet
Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts
The Honor V Purse Transforms the Mobile Device into an Accessory
Protective Fan-Style Wallets
The Shuffle Wallet Has Anti-RFID Technology, Easy Access and More
Sustainable Trendy Jeans
ÉTICA's Altin Loose Fit Jeans Merges Style and Sustainability
Ethically Manufactured Carry-All Bags
The Amani Carry All Bag by Ecodunia is Made in Africa
Retro Tech Wallets
Nik Bentel Studio's Floppy Disk Wallet is a Blast from the Past
Playful Graphic Streetwear Collections
DIVINITIES and BoTT Return with a New Stylish Drop
Minimalist Leather Bags
The Jacket Maker’s Vintage Leather Bag Collection is Timeless
Minimalist Aluminum Wallet Designs
The Ekster Parliament Wallet Has Space for 12 Cards
Eco-Conscious Luxury Collections
Stella McCartney Introduced the Limited-Edition SOS Collection
Bio-Alloy Jackets
Earthletica & Modern Meadow Developed the Bronte Jacket
Global Handbag Campaigns
Coach's New 'Unlock Your Courage' Campaign Promotes Personal Expression
Retail Overconsumption Campaigns
Coachtopia's 'The Wasted Parts' Explores Overconsumption Culture
Underwater-Created Whimsical Handbags
Coperni and Disney Present the Ariel Swipe Hangbag
On-Chain Luxury Fashion Collections
9dcc Unveils the Networked Products Collection
Commuter-Oriented Tech Accessories
MOFT Taps TOMBOGO for the New 'Creative Commuter' Capsule
Durable Bag Designs
BEARPAW Debuts a New Line of Monochromatic Nylon Bags
Payment-Friendly Crypto Wallets
The SecuX Shield BIO Has an E Ink Display, Biometrics and More
Magnetic Multi-Functional Straps
The Dual by Zenlet Accommodates One's Badge and Phone
Biodegradable Beauty Packaging
MOB Beauty's Earth-First Packaging Turns into Dirt
Chic Luxury Vegan Handbags
Melina Bucher Combines Aesthetics, Ethics, and Quality
Luxurious Chic Outerwear Collections
FREED Boasts a Stunning Line of Cruelty-Free Outerwear
Attachable Candy-Shaped Pockets
The Christian Cowan SS 24 Collection Features Oversized Pockets
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Self-Locating Wallets
The ESR Geo Wallet Integrates an Apple-Certified Find My Network
Cheeky Handbag Campaigns
The Etro Libra Handbag Collection is Ultra-Chic and Eye-Catching
Expandable Metallic Wallet Designs
The Ekster Aluminum Cardholder Has Aerospace-Grade Metal
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
Digital Folder-Inspired Wallets
Nikolas Bentel Designs the Familiar Untitled Folder Wallet
Eco-Conscious Sporty Tote bags
Brent Radewald Designs the Nike Forward Cargo Tote Bag
Intergalactic-Themed Joint Accessories
Vivienne Westwood and Eastpak Join Forces on a Capsule
Circular Luxury Accessories
Coachtopia is a Circular Sub-Brand from Coach
Recycled Wallet Collections
FREITAG Boasts a New and Colorful Collection of Wallets
Africa-Focused Digital Wallets
Abba Payments Debuts a Digital Wallet Service for African Consumers
Avant-Garde Handbag Designs
Hanifa's Handbag Collection Distinguishes Itself from Most Brands
Boycott-Supporting Phone Apps
Buycott Helps Consumers Decide Whether to Buy or Avoid a Brand
Worldwide Tracking Wallets
The MANI WONDERS 'Cascade Pro' Performance Wallet is Aluminum-Made
Nostalgic Gamer Smartphone Wallets
The elago Game Boy MagSafe Wallet is Nintendo-Inspired
Wallet-Paired Smartphone Protectors
The Mujjo Leather iPhone 15 Wallet Case is Built to Last
Vegan Sportswear Pop-Ups
Hylo Athletics' Pop-Up at Harrods Includes a Recycling Component
Digital Currency Piggy Banks
This 'Smart Piggy' Bank Concept Upgrades a Classic
Vegan-Friendly Wine Carriers
The Chandra Keyser La Borsa da Vino Wine Bag is Zero Waste
Graphic Luxurious Accessory Collabs
Anti Social Social Club's SS24 Boasts Premium Collaborations
Timeless Handbag Collections
Veronica Beard's Inaugural Handbag Collection is Now Available
Tactical Vertical Access Wallets
The Dango M1 Lite Maverick Bifold Wallet Comes in Two Colors
Biodegradable Banana Bark Bags
FOReT Creates Sustainable, Plant-Based Fully Biodegradable Bags
Premium European Leather Bags
Troubadour Recently Debuted the Generation Leather Collection
Recycled Smartphone Wallets
The Native Union MagSafe Wallet is Integrated with Strong Magnets
Edgy Leather Fashion Collections
KULAKOVSKY Specializes in Handcrafted Leather Goods
Imitation Book Accessories
Novel Bookwallets Mimics Novels and Film Books for Small Leather Goods
Value-Based Shopping Apps
Veebs Encourages Consumers to Learn About a Brand's Ethical Values
Artistic Board Game Wallets
The Gametee Wallet of Holding Eldritch Edition is All-Leather
Zero-Waste Hi-Tech Premium Fashion
&Or Collective Prepares for Earth Month with New Initiatives
Environmentally Conscious Bag Collections
Samsonite Introduces the Ecodiver Collection in the US
Opulent Banana Leather Bags
Stella McCartney Launches a New Bag Crafted from Banana Plants
Biker Culture-Inspired Bag Designs
Urban Sophistication Debuts the Harley Bag for Fall/winter 2023
Circular Fashion-Enabling Partnerships
Coach and Poshmark's Collaboration Makes Buyer Resale Easy
Minimalist Industrial Wallet Designs
The REAF Wallet Holds Up to Seven Cards and Banknotes
Reusable Paper Lunch Bags
Out of the Woods Reinterprets a Nostalgic Lunch Classic
Digital Wallet Loyalty Solutions
Loopy Loyalty Adds Loyalty Cards in Apple and Google Wallet
Trackable Power Bank Wallets
The VEGER X5 Has a Six-in-One Design to Keep Users Organized
Folder Icon-Inspired Wallets
Nik Bentel's PC Folder Wallet is Made from Vegan Leather
Bacterial Cellulose Handbags
GANNI's Bou Handbag is Made with a Modern Synthesis Innovation
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Retro 3D-Printed Bags
Coperni's CD-PLAYER Swipe Bag Resembles a Portable Music Player
Multi-Use Non-Payment Wallets
Google Wallet India Unveils an Expansion for Non-Payment Services
Biomaterial Bathrobe Coats
LUNAFORM Debuted on the Balenciaga Summer 24 Runway
Versatile Warped Handbags
MSCHF Debuts a New Bag Design Blending the Forms of Four Existing Pieces
Luxury Vegan Handbags
MODChic Leather Creates Statements with Its Handbag Designs
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Racism-Combatting Handbag Designs
Grey Brazil Has Designed the Anti-Racist Handbag
Upcycled Carrying Bags
Targus Unveiled its 'Coastline EcoSmart' Collection at CES 2024
Understated Vegan Leather Handbags
The Espe SS24 Collection is Titled 'The Espe Fashion Edit"
Italian-Made Bag Designs
Bolsa Nova Stands Out with Its Chic and Distinctive Bags
Sustainable Recycled Material Hoodies
The Victo Eco-Friendly Hoodie is Made with 99% Less Water
Apple Leather-Based Footwear
Trash Planet's New Shoes are Made from Vegan Apple Leather
Eco-Minded Workout Wear
H&M Unveils a Sustainable Activewear Line to Combat Fast Fashion
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Plastic-Free Compostable Sportswear
Community Clothing's Organic Athletic Uses Natural Materials
Weatherproof Sling-Style Wallets
The Dango Pioneer Series is Perfect for Avid Travelers
Plastic-Free Solid Cosmetics
ATTITUDE's Solid Makeup Line is Housed in Biodegradable Packaging
Reloadable Contactless Keychains
Zara is Replacing Single-Use Gift Cards with Keychains
Sneaker-Resembling Leather Wallets
These Nike Cardholders are Reminiscent of Its Sneakers
Nigerian-Inspired Handbags
LarAllan Exalts the Lives of Women Through Narrative Design
Authenticity-Verifying Bag Twins
Pinko Launches a Digital Twins Collection for Its Bags
Eco-Friendly Indian Fashion
Latin Quarters Debuts a Stylish Capsule Using Sustainable Practices
Sustainable Bikini Fashion Shows
Space Swap Promotes Eco-conscious Fashion with Its Fashion Show
Sleek Minimal Contemporary Wallets
FOCX Designs the PIONEER Wallet with Minimal Features
Sustainable Banking Solutions
IDEMIA Unveils the GREENPAY Wallet for Sustainably Minded Bankers
Wasteful Fashion Campaigns
Vestiaire Collective Reminded People to Shop Mindfully on Black Friday
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Sleek Colorful Card Wallets
Discommon Unveils the Wallet 3.0 with Improved Pockets
PETA-Approved Leather Alternatives
The Vegan Virya Biodegradable Leather Alternative is Versatile
Sustainable Funding Summits
Emerald Summit Connects Climate Innovators with Impact Investors
Digital Business Card Platforms
Digital Business Card Claims to Offer an Eco-Friendly Approach
Plastic-Free Circular Bags
Stella McCartney Launches Its First Luxe Bags Using Mirum Leather
Ocean Plastic Laptop Bags
Targus is Expanding its Eco-Friendly Product Offerings
6-in-1 Vegan Leather Bags
The AIRIUM Bag Can Be Worn as a Cluch, Handheld & a Crossbody
Sustainability-Focused Adventure Gear
Sympl Aims to Revolutionize Adventure Gear Design
Women's Day-Inspired Handbag Collections
HIE Introduces a New International Women's Day Collection
Premium Outerwear Collections
Rudsak Combines Sustainable Materials with Rebellious Edge
Women-Supporting Clothing Brands
'Sozy' Aims to Support Women and Victims of Violence
Biological Recycling Parkas
Stella McCartney & Protein Evolution Create Designs with AI & Biology
Sustainable Duffel Bag Designs
Samsonite's Ecodiver Large Wheeled Duffel is Cheerful & Stylish
Circular Fashion Docuseries
The Road to Circularity by Coachtopia Shares Sustainability Challenges
Peach-Tonal Everyday Bags
Vee Collective and Goop Release a Stunning New Wellness Bag Design
Sustainable Warm Parka Designs
Patagonia Presents a Look at the Eco-Friendly Stormshadow Parka
Community-Driven Clothing Companies
'Bombas' Makes a Donation for Each Item Purchased
Sustainable Safety Backpacks
Ucon Acrobatics Released the New Phantom Series
Mindful Travel Lineups
farans Offers Up Sustainable Travel Accessories for Mindful Exploration
Replicated Woven Utility Bags
Supreme Introduces its Range of Woven Bottega Bags
Upcycled Sea Plastic Luggages
MCM Teams Up with Harper Collective to Create Eco-Friendly Luggages
Smartphone Crypto Access
Sorted Wallet is the First Crypto Wallet for Feature Phones
Non-Custodial Crypto Wallets
Tala Launches a New Cryptocurrency Wallet for Peruvian Consumers
Social Good Brand Practices
Dignity Coconuts Positions Itself to Combat Human Trafficking
Hospitality-Focused Pos Leather Cases
AgozTech Launched a Genuine Leather Case with a Belt Clip
Cost-Efficient Sustainable Bags
Paragon Debuts a New Range of Garbage Bags Made with Plastic Waste