FAQs
FAQ
Q: How long does it take to ship?
A: Your Green Vegan Bag purchase will be shipped out on the first business day after purchase. So if you purchase on a Monday, it will go out no later than Tuesday. If you purchase on a Saturday, it would go out no later than Monday unless Monday is a holiday. The time that it would take to arrive to you would depend on where you are located and the shipping that you choose at checkout.
Q: Are all of the vegan bags made in the US?
A: Some of our vegan leather bags are made in the US, some are US brands. Some are sustainably made in Europe. These innovative brands, bring you truly unique, eco-friendly options that are a phenomenal value for the high quality.
Q: What if I don't like my sustainable vegan bag?
A: I am so happy to be able to say that the chances of this are really low! But if, for any reason, you really, truly do not like your sustainable vegan bag, we have a 30 day return policy. Please reach out to returns@greenveganbags.com for instructions.
Q: Why sell bags that look and feel like animal leather if we want to promote veganism?
A: The problem is not the look, feel or quality of leather, in fact, those are the reasons why many people buy leather. This is the same premise that companies like Beyond Meat or Impossible have with their vegan burgers and sausages. To give people plenty of vegan handbag options when shopping and promote clean, nontoxic vegan leather bags because we shouldn’t have to sacrifice animals or the environment to have quality fashion. However, if you want a cruelty free handbag that does not look like animal leather, you will fall in love with our Cork Collection.
Q: What if people think I have a leather bag?
A: This is a great opportunity! Some people may be buying leather because they didn’t know that there were high quality, vegan leather bag options that have a similar look and durability as non-vegan leather. Conversely, there may be people out there settling for cheap, plastic alternatives and not realizing that they can get high quality, long lasting, vegan handbags at a reasonable price. It’s an opportunity to show people that there are amazing, sustainable vegan bags out there. If you want a vegan handbag that is more obvious that it is not leather, you will love our Cork Collection. Make sure to check it out!
Q: Are Appleskin and Pinatex leather really sustainable?
A: Yes. Both contribute to lower emissions and less toxins in the environment and provide additional income to farming families.
Appleskin: Appleskin leather production emits considerably less carbon dioxide. Every 2 lbs of apple waste used saves about 12 lbs of emissions compared to standard, newly created polyurethane vegan leather. The repurposing of the apple waste also keeps 4 million metric tons of apple waste from decomposing and producing methane which is a large contributor to climate change. In addition, it provides much needed additional income to farming families around the world. It also does not use the highly toxic process of tanning leather or cruelty of slaughtering animals.
Pinatex: Pinatex is made from the fibers of pineapple leaves and is combined with cotton or vegan leather. However, for every 3 ft of Pinatex used, 26 lbs of carbon dioxide emissions are saved compared with traditional vegan leather and even more is saved compared to traditional leather. It also does not use the highly toxic process of tanning leather or slaughtering animals.
Q: How is cork leather sustainable if it comes from trees and trees need to be used in production?
A: The cork trees are the only trees that have a bark that regenerates and can be removed without harming the tree. A single cork tree will produce usable bark for hundreds of years. Turning cork into “leather” is a much simpler process than many materials and does not involve any toxic chemicals or pollution. Sheets of cork are mounted onto either cotton or polyester – the bags here are 100% organic cotton - and made into a handbag or other item. Cork leather is extremely underused in fashion and can be a fantastic replacement for everything from leather handbags to yoga mats. Many people are skeptical of cork leather bags until they touch them and see how amazing the high quality of the material is.
Q: Are all of the bags handmade?
A: Not all of the vegan bags are handmade, though many of them are. The ones that are not handmade are produced in a zero to low emissions process. All of the sustainable vegan handbags that we carry are ethically created with fair labor.
Q: A bag that I want is out of stock, when will it be back in?
A: Please sign up on the product page with your email address so that you will receive an email as soon as more arrive. The time frame will depend on the bag itself. Since the bags are handmade and/or small batch, this affects the time frame. There are some handbag designs or colors that may not be produced again as well, but this is not as common. If you have any questions, please reach out to me at info@greenveganbags.com and I will be happy to help.
Let customers speak for us
from 18 reviewsThis is my absolute favorite tote in years. It's really well made and the material looks and feels great. Tons of room to throw everything I need inside and really comfortable to carry.
Excellent quality- soft feels like real leather. Very happy with the bag and the service I received.
Super useful gift! Easy to clip on and always have accessible. Wish I had it during my last trip. Won't be going anywhere without it now:)
The one thing I had to do was tighten the metal cover part on the USB plug. That was easy with a pair of pliers and it also can function just fine without that cover.
She uses lib balm very often and instead of digging for it always, it's now in the neat little case clipped to the outside of the bag.
I love the color, the simplicity of the design. It is a perfect size and shape for me!
I just love this wristlet purse. The size is just perfect. Large enough to carry my phone, change purse,keys and lipstick. I love the cork" leather". My cork change purse fits in it beautifully. Such a unique look. Perfect for the spring,summer. My order arrived quickly and package environmentally friendly.
I purchased this purse in pink and am so glad I did. It's such a pretty shade. I used it for the first time on Easter using the scalloped strap. It looked dressy and I think the pink will go with any color I wear. It was large enough to hold my phone,small change pursh,lipstick and keys. Will try it next time with the cross body strap. I think this purse will be getting a lot of use this spring/summer!!
Received as a Christmas gift from my family, this bag has become my daily go-to, and I'm constantly showered with compliments. Size-wise, it's perfect. What's more, I love knowing it's both stylish and socially responsible!
The hardware feels high-end, and the bag has a light silver iridescent color, which looks really pretty! Another unique feature is that the inner lining is made of organic cotton! Overall, I am pleased with my purchase, which shipped very quickly (to Europe!).
The quality is exceptional, providing both durability and a unique eco-friendly/vegan touch.The size is perfect for my essentials. Overall it is a fantastic choice for those who want chic, sustainable accessory.
Great wristlet!! Love the generous size and the fact that it has a zippered pocket. Large enough to hold phone,keys,and more. Such a pretty color too!
Love this cute wallet!! Love the fact that it has a key ring for keys and that pop of color from the zipper-I got aqua. The cork finish is great. But the fact that it's vegan is the best feature!!
I absolutely love my new bag. The cork leather is so soft and I just love the design. I really wish it would come in a bigger size though. I especially love that it is vegan. You would never know by looking at it. Can't wait to use it tonight!!
I ordered this bag for my daughter as a graduation present. She has had it for a few weeks now and loves it! The bag is very high quality and looks great on her. All of her friends have given her many compliments on it too. The bag easily fits her iPhone 14 Plus, her wallet and more, but also is small enough that she can wear it pretty much anywhere.
Customer service was very responsive to a couple questions I asked prior to purchase and also the bag arrived a couple days earlier than expected. I am very happy with this purchase! And so is my daughter :-)
I absolute love my bag. It is light, stylist, perfect summer tote. And it is vegan, yes sustainably handmade with love in the U.S.A.