Comments on: SUSTAINABLE STYLE SUNDAY: Matt & Nat Vegan Bags

By: green goddess

green goddess — Sat, 16 May 2009 01:24:15 +0000

I’m surprised that nobody has yet mentioned that these bags are made in China. They would be a perfect fit in any Walmart except for the price. I think that the vegan angle is just a convenience – they can market their bags towards people who want to make a difference, while at the same time using cheaper materials. At least at Walmart the price is low too.

By: Lillian Wylie

Lillian Wylie — Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:25:57 +0000

Oh David – REALLY! Walmart?!??!! Has your head been buried in the sand? Walmart is part of the Evil Empire of corporate greed – as if any self respecting Vegan/Environmentalist/Humanity First person would step foot in the place!

By: David

David — Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:28:55 +0000

What’s the big deal, Walmart and Kmart are full of stylish PVC for those afflicted with whatever gene Vegan’s carry.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 23:20:14 +0000

I truly love the beige bag. Many vegans try to keep sustainability to mind when buying clothing, but being vegan is definitely the number one requirement. If we can’t find a completely sustainable vegan version of something, than we go with vegan first. Unfortunately, a lot of sustainable clothing is still not appropriate for professional women who need to present a professional face to the world. Though times, they are a changing and soon we will be able to to have it all, vegan and sustainable. That is almost the true definition of utopia. Add Fair Trade and I don’t think you can really ask for much more.

By: Jill Danyelle

Jill Danyelle — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 18:59:46 +0000

You make a good point Ann. I am a firm believer that durability and quality are also factors we need to consider when evaluating sustainability.

By: Ann

Ann — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 16:15:41 +0000

I have had the double-zippered front featured bag for 1-1/2 years and love it. Despite it’s good looks it’s quite functional as well. The pleather material offers long wear and cleanability especially nice for those using the less than clean public transportation in Chicago. Pleather/pvc also offers a weather proof feature that is unbeatable even by leather, fabric bags can’t do that. Cotton and hemp bags are good for fair weather minimal useage but the pleather has longevity thus making it just as sustainible by comparision and low maintainence.

By: Nedra

Nedra — Sun, 18 Feb 2007 14:25:47 +0000

Despite the conflict, they are pretty nice looking aren’t they? I like the second last one.