Eco-conscious carry-on style from Canopy Verde

by Annie Scott on

We already showed you the greatest manbag ever, the Cormorant by Ashley Watson, and the terrific vegan luggage and carry-ons from Jane Marvel. Well, we spotted one more line of earth-friendly travel bags at the BagTrends Green Arm Candy Party — Canopy Verde.

What make Canopy Verde special is their sense of environmental responsibility. Founder and designer Linda Wong sees that all Canopy Verde‘s materials are sourced locally in China, and the bags, from clutches to weekenders, are made from eco-friendly organic cotton and bamboo, chrome-free leather, OEKO-TEX 100 certified dyes, and chemical-free embroidery.

The Cassia Weekender bags, shown, are 17″ x 14″ x 8″ with a 7″ drop, $199, and feature organic cotton and bamboo blend fabric and lining, as well as lots of interior and exterior pockets, including a zippered back pocket for newspapers and magazines, wooden “feet” on the bottom panel, and a hidden magnetic closure to keep the front flap in place.

Check out more of the practical and earth-friendly bags from Canopy Verde below — these are perfect for the airplane or a long weekend!
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Affordable, eco-conscious luggage from Jane Marvel

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Jane Marvel started makes handbags and luggage that don’t hurt the planet, look cool, and won’t weigh you down. “It’s like flying first class at economy ticket prices.”

We spotted the handbags and luggage at the BagTrends Green Arm Candy Party on Monday, and were blown away by the fresh, lightweight designs. All the pieces are waterproof, easy to clean, well-lined, vegan, and affordable. Added bonus? There’s a free gift in every bag, including spa kits and other surprises!

Jane Marvel makes everything from simple tote bags to luxury handbags, but naturally, we want to show you the bright, pretty luggage and carry-ons, like the “Mile High Bag” pictured here. Did we mention lightweight? Check out our favorite styles below — and note that each style comes in a variety of fabrics:
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Recycled leather unisex carry-on by Ashley Watson

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Maybe fashion is the last thing you think about when you’re going to the airport — or maybe it’s the second to last thing, right before the environment.

Well, if you’re cool enough to read Gadling, then you’re cool enough to travel in style, and why not be eco-conscious about it while you’re at it?

Pictured at right is the Ashley Watson Cormorant — a unisex, totally gorgeous 11″ x 16.5″ recycled leather masterpiece. The bag features soft, luxurious recycled leather in a rich brown, a comfy adjustable strap and handle, and a full hemp and cotton twill lining.

Ashley Watson designs, which we spotted at the Bagtrends Green Arm Candy Party in NYC, are made mostly from recycled leather jackets, and she incorporates the jacket details into the designs — very cool.

You can get the Ashley Watson Cormorant for $418 here, and check out these stores for more options!