Alkeme Atelier Earth Piñatex Vegan Leather Small Tote Bag | Tan Bags

Alkeme Atelier is inspired by the ancient science of Alchemy and the process of transforming and combining the four elements (earth, water, fire and air). This idea of breaking down and rebuilding materials led them to produce their bags with sustainable, plant-based textiles. Tons of plastic is discarded every year, polluting lands, rivers, oceans, coasts and beaches.    

Alkeme Atelier takes this waste and transform it into a brand new material, a fabric used as the linings of their handbags. They hope taking these conscious steps will aid in the mission to protect the planet and cultivate an ethical and sustainable fashion. Alkeme Atelier are constantly innovating for sustainable materials. 

Material: Made out of Pineapple Leather Pinatex, created from pineapple leaves. These leaves would typically be left as waste or burned, but instead, utilising this byproduct provides farming communities an extra source of income. The production then requires no additional land, water or fertiliser, thus reducing the amount of pollution generated. The final textile is a sustainable, ethically sourced and water-resistant leather alternative. 

Lining: Made from a polyester created out of recycled plastic bottles. By buying this bag you are taking a small step to help keep our oceans and planet clean. Each lining uses about ten plastic bottles, preventing them from becoming ocean pollution or planet waste. Alkeme Atelier produce this material in a factory that has Global Recycled Standard certification.

Size: 8.75″ W X 9.5″ H X 2.5″ D

Details:

• Zipper closure
• One interior slide-in pocket
• One interior zipper pocket
• Detachable long strap
• Matte gold hardware
• One tree is planted for every bag you buy

Designed in New York. PETA approved. Vegan & Cruelty Free.