If you're looking for a more eco-friendly way to indulge your obsession with bags and purses, then these creatively sustainable handbags are a great way to help out the earth while still being able to carry around some stylish accessories.
While most people may associate eco-friendly accessories as being visually unappealing, these wonderful examples of sustainable purses showcase the ability to create fashionable handbags with material that won't be harmful to the environment. By choosing to be environmentally friendly when it comes to your accessories, it's a great way to give back to the environment, and showcase your personal preference for sustainable products.
From handbags that are made from upcylced coffee sacks to clutches made out of wood, these eco-friendly purse options are a great way to bring environmental awareness back into fashion.
32 Examples of Sustainable Handbags
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Repurposed Bottle Top Totes
HádeHaver Plastic Lid Bags are Made from Recycled Plastic Bottle
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Upcycled Vintage Bags
Peg And Awl Reuses Old Leathers And Reclaimed Wood To Make Their Products
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Propitious Burlap Bags
These Super Earth Goods Purses are a Hybrid of Practicalty and Style
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Adhestive Handle Branding
Qubic Concept Packaging Conforms to Purchases of Every Size
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Recycled Messenger Rucksacks
Jessica Park Turns 100-Year-Old Mailbags into Awesome Accessories
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Hand-Printed Hemp Handbags
Sir Tom Clutches are Durable but Low-Impact Accesories
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Curved Wooden Clutches
Supplii Toolbox Purses
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Eco-Friendly Satchels
Save the Environment With the Peace4You Messenger Bag
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Luxurious Vegan iPad Bags
These Eco-Friendly iPad Carriers are Super Chic
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Constellation-Covered Totes
The No.6+BAGGU Steps Up Your Grocery Shopping Style
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Sun-Powered Purses
The Diffus Solar Handbag Fuses Fashion and Pragmatism
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Deceiving Reusable Shopping Bags
Just Mustard Shopper-holic Totes are Fashionable
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Reusable Grocery Totes
The Neiko Market Bag Collection Promotes Local Shopping
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Reusable Green Totes
'The Banner Bag' by Gyda and Michele uses Materials from Advertising Campaign
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Reusable Fabric Gift Boxes
'Gift It Green' Makes Funky Eco-Friendly Gift Wrapping
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Funky Eco-Chic Bags
These Chiara Catalano Keyboard Bags are Adorably Furry
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Multi-Use Tea Totes
'BYOT' from the Sanctuary T Shop is Compact and Congreenient
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Recycled Kimono Clutches
‘Attic Japan' Transforms Traditional Clothes into Accessories
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Screaming Eco Bags
Designer Thorbjorn Ankerstjerne Creates a Grocery Bag With a Strong Message
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Vegan Laptop Bags
The Apple by Matt & Nat Laptop Bags Give Vegans Some Arm Candy
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Popped Bottle Purses
Bottletop Handbags Use Recycled Soda Lids to Create Swanky Goods
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Handmade Bamboo Satchels
Industrial Designer John Cho Moore Creates Sustainable Bags
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Green Faux Snakeskin
The Scaly Freitag Hind Shopper Recycles Old Truck Tarps
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Informative Garbage Bags
These Ahha Project Trash Bags Record Biomass Energy in Rubbish
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Coffee Bean Purses
The Guancasco Fair Trade Coffee Handbag is Made From Authentic Burlap Sacks
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Smartly Sustainable Sacks
Goedzak Bags are the Latest Effort in Garbage Reduction
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Sustainable Luxury Handbags
The Passchal Eco-Luxury Handbags are Made from Tires and Leather
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Designer Scrap Attire
The H & M Waste Collection is Made from Lanvin Scraps
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Recycled Wrapper Labels
Squigglechick Luggage Tags Feature Upcycled Candy Covers
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Classy Recycled Carriers
These Reveal Quilted iPad Bags Merge Style and Eco-Friendliness
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Recycled Retail Catalog Carryalls
The Tela Bags IKEA Catalogs Totes are Eco-Friendly Chic
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Utilitarian Blanket-Inspired Bags
The Moving Tote by Meet Me Here is Stylishly Functional
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Model-Backed Carrying Capsules
Catriona Gray Unveils Her Very Own Sustainable Bag Collection
Chic Sustainable Nylon Luggage
The Rimowa Signature Collection Features Three Styles
Luxury Crossbody Bags
Heritage Brand Debuts the Ultra-Stylish Fyra Bag
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
Premium Woven Luxury Bags
Bottega Veneta Unveils its new Hop Bag with a Slouched Look
Hat-Carrying Tote Bags
Gigi Pip Presents the Hayes Hat Carrying Tote as a Luxurious Accessory
Ethical Hemp-Derived Backpacks
Ecofrico Launches a Sustainable Backpack Line Using Hemp
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
Glamorous Party-Ready Accessories
LarAllan Presents Statement Bags for the Holidays
Retro Sporty Luxe Accessories
adidas Presents a New Series of Nostalgic Retro Accessories
Eco-Friendly Retail Pop-Ups
Stella McCartney's Ibiza Pop-Up Uses Recycled Wood; Efficient Lighting
Designer Upcycled Bags
Comme Des Garçons Released Its Collaboration with FREITAG
Sustainable Repurposed Shirts
Olivia Wilde Unveils a New Eco-Friendly Collaboration with ThredUp
Cozy Sustainable Fashion
Good For Sunday Offers Curated Cozies that are Perfect for Fall
Sustainable Versatile Capsules
Reformation Unveils Sustainable Collection Designed by Camille Rowe
Chic Versatile Bags
Sol and Selene Revolutionizing Athleisure with Chic, Versatile Bags
Sleek Multifuntional Lifestyle Bags
two-point Introduces the BASK Bag with Various Functions
Ultra-Stylish Adventure Bags
Marnie & Michael's Perseverance Collection is Perfect for the City
Upcycled Plastic Bag-Made Chairs
Sungai Watch Creates the Ombak Chair from Plastic Bags
Sustainable Beauty Bars
Sunniemade Offers an Array of Hand + Body and Hair Sustainable Swaps
Stylish Cooler Accessories
DaCosta Verde's Tote Cooler Bag Collection is Fun and Functional
Eco-Friendly Functional Bags
The Apex Duffle Collection is Sustainable and Versatile
Clutch Purse Smartphone Concepts
The Honor V Purse Transforms the Mobile Device into an Accessory
Sleek Sustainable Sling Bags
The Labo Mono Modular Sling Bag is Built with Sustainability in Mind
Minimalist Leather Bags
The Jacket Maker’s Vintage Leather Bag Collection is Timeless
Repurposed Patchwork Footwear
ReImagined by UGG Gives New Life to Leftover Leathers & Suedes
Ethically Manufactured Carry-All Bags
The Amani Carry All Bag by Ecodunia is Made in Africa
Eco-Luxe Professional Backpacks
Apex 3.0 Combines Sustainability with High-End Functionality
Sustainable Sporty Backapacks
The 66°North Backpack in Black in Sleek and Practical
Adaptable Wallet Designs
The 'EcoBound' Modular Wallet Has a Durable, Convenient Design
Lighter-Holding Purses
Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart Collaborate on 'Best Buds Bags'
Eco-Conscious Luxury Collections
Stella McCartney Introduced the Limited-Edition SOS Collection
Structured Leather Tote Bags
Coach Introduces the Empire Carryall Tote Bag Design
Retail Overconsumption Campaigns
Coachtopia's 'The Wasted Parts' Explores Overconsumption Culture
Historic Handbag Exhibits
Jane Birkin’s Original Iconic Birkin Bag Makes Its French Debut
Sophisticated Tie-Belt Dresses
The Tie-Belt Shirt Dress is an Elevated Sustainable Fashion Piece
Sustainable Luxe Spring Fashion
Stella McCartney Presents a New Capsule for the SS24 Season
Curved Minimalist Purses
Lacoste's Top Grain Leather Halfmoon Purse is Offered in Black and Green
Architecturally Inspired Luxury Handbags
DIOR Recently Debuted the Lady D-Sire Handbag Line
Eco-Friendly Trash Bags
Revolution Launched the Heavy Duty Trash Bags Dubbed Dailygood Bags
Biodegradable Beauty Packaging
MOB Beauty's Earth-First Packaging Turns into Dirt
Travel-Inspired Handbag Capsules
These Patricia Nash Designs Bags Feature Vegetable Tans
Modernized Ergonomic Sling Bags
114 Index and Sealson Create the Technical Grab Bag
Affordable Artisan Handbags
Patricia Nash Designs Offers a Line of Artisan Handbags & Accessories
Sustainability-Driven Fashion Campaigns
pitusa's Sustainability Campaign Focuses on Reducing Waste
Sustainable Canadian Fashion Brands
FREED Was Nominated in the 2023 Canadian Arts & Fashion Awards
Sustainable Fashion Stores
Cos Unveils Two Stores in Stockholm and Mexico City
Eco-Conscious Sporty Tote bags
Brent Radewald Designs the Nike Forward Cargo Tote Bag
Convenience-Focused Upcycled Tote Designs
Out of the Woods Enhances Its Out of the Ocean® Range
Elevated Lifestyle Shoulder Bags
The UNIQLO C Line Showcases a New Bag Update for FW24
Resurging Quilted-Denim Handbags
This Coach Tabby Shoulder Bag Pays Homage to the Early 2000s
Sustainable Furniture Launches
Retroloop's Sustainable Furniture Boasts a Nostalgic Aesthetic
Recycled Wallet Collections
FREITAG Boasts a New and Colorful Collection of Wallets
Avant-Garde Handbag Designs
Hanifa's Handbag Collection Distinguishes Itself from Most Brands
Sustainable Artist Endeavors
CASETiFY Launches a New Artistic Upcycling Project Called Re/CASETiFY
Oversized Denim Tote Bags
Deco Denim's Selvedge Denim Tote Bag is Versatile
Vegan Sportswear Pop-Ups
Hylo Athletics' Pop-Up at Harrods Includes a Recycling Component
Vegan-Friendly Wine Carriers
The Chandra Keyser La Borsa da Vino Wine Bag is Zero Waste
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Bubble Wrap-Inspired Luxury Bags
Bottega Veneta's Cabat Bag is Extravagant and Cheeky
Timeless Handbag Collections
Veronica Beard's Inaugural Handbag Collection is Now Available
Sustainable Modern Luggage Collections
Samsonite Unveils Its ESSENS Collection
Revived Vintage Luxury Bags
Gucci Presents a New Iteration of the Classic Horsebit Chain Bag
Biodegradable Banana Bark Bags
FOReT Creates Sustainable, Plant-Based Fully Biodegradable Bags
Premium European Leather Bags
Troubadour Recently Debuted the Generation Leather Collection
Multiple Purpose Versatile Bags
Faire Collective Unveils the Atlas Urban Messenger Bag
Fresh Produce Storage Bags
Ambrosia Bags Offers a Solution to the Common Problem of Wasted Produce
Yoga-Friendly Tote Bags
The Built For Athletes Tote Bag Has a 20-Liter Capacity
Environmentally Conscious Bag Collections
Samsonite Introduces the Ecodiver Collection in the US
Biker Culture-Inspired Bag Designs
Urban Sophistication Debuts the Harley Bag for Fall/winter 2023
Compact High-End Luxury Bags
Givenchy Reimagines the Classic Voyou Nano Handbag
Circular Fashion-Enabling Partnerships
Coach and Poshmark's Collaboration Makes Buyer Resale Easy
Sustainable Produce Packaging
These Cascades Eco-Friendly Produce Baskets are Recycled
Reimagined Sustainable Menswear
22Ahead Has Relaunched Its Eco-Friendly Menswear With New Benefits
Reusable Paper Lunch Bags
Out of the Woods Reinterprets a Nostalgic Lunch Classic
Cozy Cushion-Resembling Luxe Clutches
JW Anderson Presents the Cushion Clutch Bags for FW23
Bacterial Cellulose Handbags
GANNI's Bou Handbag is Made with a Modern Synthesis Innovation
Luxury Vegan Handbags
MODChic Leather Creates Statements with Its Handbag Designs
Upcycled Surf Kite Backpacks
Edgy Kids' Brand nununu Partners with KitePride for a Backpack Line
Versatile Warped Handbags
MSCHF Debuts a New Bag Design Blending the Forms of Four Existing Pieces
Sustainably Functional Totes
The Apex Everyday Tote is Lightweight and Non-Creasing
Fashion-Forward Grocery Totes
The Latest Waitrose x Lulu Guinness Tote is Made of Recycled Plastic
Functional Accessible Leather Bags
HOBO Offers Stylish Leather in Belt Bag, Tote, and Sling Bags
Racism-Combatting Handbag Designs
Grey Brazil Has Designed the Anti-Racist Handbag
Upcycled Carrying Bags
Targus Unveiled its 'Coastline EcoSmart' Collection at CES 2024
Eco-Friendly High-Fashion Sneakers
Balenciaga Triple S Sneakers Now Come in a Bananatex Option
Sustainable Luxury Hotels
Hotel Juana's Sustainable Transformation: Upcycling Luxury in Antibes
Understated Vegan Leather Handbags
The Espe SS24 Collection is Titled 'The Espe Fashion Edit"
Upcycled Material Musical Instruments
The Yamaha Upcycling Guitar Concept Models are Sustainable
Animal-Free Material Purses
The Gucci Horsebit 1955 Bag Now Comes in a Demetra Material
Genuine Leather Fashion Bags
Telfar's Carry Bag Gets a Supple Genuine Leather Construction
Recycled Fruit Bags
Superfresh Growers Introduces a Collection of Recycled Apple and Pear Bags
Eco-Minded Workout Wear
H&M Unveils a Sustainable Activewear Line to Combat Fast Fashion
Vibrant Butterfly Bags
Tyler McGillivary's Peacock Butterfly Tote is Inspired by Nature
Sustainable Reusable Baby Bottles
Pura Debuted an Innovative Bottle Design for Babies
Sustainable Upcycled Glass Cups
HMM Design Creates a Unique Eco-Friendly Glass Cup
Sustainably Handcrafted Bag Initiatives
The Tote of Hope Supports the Sheltersuit Foundation
Sustainable Dish Sponge Alternatives
This 3-Pack of Pop Up Dish Sponges is Plastic-Free
Nigerian-Inspired Handbags
LarAllan Exalts the Lives of Women Through Narrative Design
Jewelry-Like Handbag Accessories
Attache Provides Elegant Hook Options for Luxury Handbags
Customizable Crossbody Bags
The Killspencer Utility Belt Bag 2.0 Comes in Many Material Options
Artist-Crafted Upcycled Fashion Collections
Noel Mercado Launches the 'Earth Tones' Capsule
Eco-Friendly Indian Fashion
Latin Quarters Debuts a Stylish Capsule Using Sustainable Practices
Ocean-Friendly Upholstery Textiles
The 'Sport' Textiles Are Crafted From Shoreline-Sourced Plastic
Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags
Sprayground Introduces Functional Bag Options for the Holidays
Sustainable Brush Sets
Me Mother Earth Boasts Multipurpose Wood and Plant Fiber Cleaning Brushes
Sustainable Bucket Hats
Lisou's Bucket Hat Collection is Designed with Leftover Materials
Playful Eco-Friendly Tech Accessories
The Samsung Eco-Friends Collection Has 55 Products
Kid-Friendly Customizable Bags
Pop ‘n’ Swop Bags Can Be Decorated with Badges, Handles & More
Woven Statement Totes
The Ultimate BeachBag from HOLST + LEE Fuses Style and Function
Cutting-Edge Bag Designs
The MAAP x côte&ciel Collaboration Debuts Active Lifestyle Bags
Recycled Plastic Swimwear
Coastal Cool’s Sustainable Swimwear Blends Style with Purpose
French Vineyard-Inspired Bags
Maison Marrain Debuts Wine-Friendly Luxe Handbags
Ocean Plastic Laptop Bags
Targus is Expanding its Eco-Friendly Product Offerings
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
Sustainable Duffel Bag Designs
Samsonite's Ecodiver Large Wheeled Duffel is Cheerful & Stylish
Upcycled Fabric Home Goods
Sunbrella ReMade Items are Made from Upcycled Sunbrella Fabrics
APPI Eco-Friendly Furniture
Sabai Design is a Sustainable Furniture Disruptor Led by Woman Founder
Modular Multifunctional Bags
The Mercurius Modular Bag is a Classy and Durable Accessory
Nostalgic Retro-Style Luxe Bags
Burberry Unveils the New Rocking Horse Bag with Various Hues
Peach-Tonal Everyday Bags
Vee Collective and Goop Release a Stunning New Wellness Bag Design
Tattered Fabric-Heavy Accessories
Our Legacy Launches a New Handcrafted Bag Series by Sarah Murkes
Sustainably Upcycled Jeans
These 'Diesel' Jeans Reuse Textile Cutting Waste Materials
Chic Water Bottle Bags
WanderFull is a Stylish Hydro-Bag for the Consumer on the Go
Sustainable Safety Backpacks
Ucon Acrobatics Released the New Phantom Series
Upcycled Aircraft Luggages
Emirates Launches a Collection Made from Upcycled Aircraft Interiors
Mindful Travel Lineups
farans Offers Up Sustainable Travel Accessories for Mindful Exploration
Sustainable Dairy-Branded Apparel
Organic Valley Releases a Collection of Sustainable Apparel
Revitalized Handbag Designs
Marc Jacobs x Stephen Sprouse Feature Special Quote Tote Bag
Resilience-Focused Children's Books
Savvy Suzanna Inspires Young Entrepreneurs with Creativity
Festive Eco-Friendly Apparel
EarthyTweens Offers Up a New Clothing Capsule for the Holidays
Durable Carry-On Bags
The Bugatti Victoria Carry-On Boasts Scratch-Resistant Faux Leather
Sustainable Carrying Accessories
NANUK Unveils the Eco-Conscious NANUK-R Collection
Althlete-Inspired Ocean Plastic Bags
Sloane Stephens Launches a New Collaboration with GOT BAG
Spacious Modular Multifunctional Bags
Harpz Designs the Dynamic Modular SwitchUP Bag
Skin Health Tote Bags
The Face the Future Canvas Tote Bag Benefits the British Skin Foundation