When it comes to sustainable fashion, the industry has come a long way from its granola roots. It certainly doesn’t hurt that, as a generation, we are driven to make this the era of reducing our waste and carbon footprint, too. One of the biggest ways we’re pushing this movement forward is through wearing and buying vegan leather. But before you sign up to fill your closets with this alternative material, it’s important to know exactly what you’re getting into, if you will.
As the name provides, vegan leather is an animal-friendly alternative to genuine leather. While most of these are also more traditional vegan leathers made from synthetic plastics like polyurethane, there is also an increasing number of plant-based leathers like Pinatex, a leather alternative made from pineapple leaves. To top it off, manufacturers and brands are working to create more sustainable approaches in creating faux leather, meaning they're not only are they better for animals but also better for the environment.
If you’re ready to go vegan (shopping, of course!), we rounded up the coolest cruelty-free vegan leather pieces we’re loving at the moment. Shop them all below.
This jacket is so chic.
That patent look in a pretty pink.
Carry this bag wherever you go.
Wear this skirt to the office.
This bag is so cute.
Perfect for a night out.
Wear this throughout the fall and winter.
We love this color.
Wear these with your favorite chunky sweater.
Leave it to AlexaChung to make the coolest faux-leather skirt.
The shape of this is just way too good.
With a pair of jeans and tall boots, this top is perfect for a night out.
The paper-bag waist makes this so cool.
How cool is this skirt?
You can wear this with anything you own.
Chic and affordable.
Now these are cool.
Now, see the coolest vegan boots for fall.
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