UrthBags: Eco-Chic Purses & Handbags Made From Recycled Materials

On January 22, 2010 in Entertaining Greenbie, Fashion

What shall I do with that used juice box? Toss it in the bin? NO! Recycle it! The founder of UrthBags (www.urthbags.com)has gone one step further. She has created a range of bags from them. And she hasn’t stopped there! She has created stylish bags from magazines, sea shells, newspapers, and telephone books.

UrthBags look fantastically hip, cool, and trendy. These bags make a real fashion statement for any girl from 10 years and up.  With styles for the day in town, for the workplace, for grand evenings out, and even for the beach you will look great making a declaration for a greener lifestyle with the UrthBags. And what is more, by buying from UrthBags (or maybe a few) you will be saving the planet in a small way. Not only will your bag have been made from recycled waste, you will be spreading the word of recycling and inspiring others. What is more, the bags are hand-crafted from recycled and biodegradable materials by Fair Trade women’s organizations and artisans. And when you order yours, it will be sent using recycled boxes and packing supplies.

Focus Magazine have just written a feature on UrthBags where the founder Monica Ralli says “I feel that imagination is the most powerful tool to help generate more ideas. My plan for UrthBags is to constantly work towards sourcing additional materials that have been tossed aside as useless trash. The more consumers purchase eco-friendly and recycled products, the greater the demand will be for them.”

But that’s enough talk, the bags!

The Elle bag has been made from the lining of juice boxes to create this fantastic evening bag with magnetic fastening. Silver is really in this season and would look great with that killer black outfit and heels!

Prints have been the thing this season so you will definitely be the trend leader with the Porsha bag made from recycled magazines. With a zipper closure and rope handle, every bag is made from different magazines so your bag will be unique! This is a great hand bag for the office.

The shell recycled bags are reminiscent of the 50’s style, very retro! Ideal for evening or smart day use. I love the Cindy bag. It would look great at a summer luncheon; I can smell the grass and Pimms! This bag has a buffalo horn handle and pearl shoulder strap with a magnetic clasp closure and satin fabric lining.

The Charlotte bag is great for a casual day around town. It is made from recycled telephone directories and it looks great! It has a braided handle and a magnetic clasp and woven detailing.

UrthBags are an American company but they ship globally. They also sell gift vouchers if you wish to send a bag as a gift but are not sure which one to choose!

You can also follow UrthBags on Facebook and Twitter.

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