Vegan bags: brand overview and selection criteria (2026)
- Soho Francotte
- Oct 21, 2025
- 4 min read
Updated: Jan 22
Vegan bags have seen significant growth in recent years, driven by the emergence of non-animal next-gen materials and an increasing demand for transparency.
Behind the term vegan bag, however, lie very different realities. Manufacturing locations, material compositions, price levels and production models vary widely from one brand to another.
This 2026 guide offers a structured overview of the vegan bag market, presenting a selection of active brands and, where information is publicly available, their choices in terms of manufacturing, materials and positioning.
The objective is not to identify “the best brands”, but to provide clear reference points to help compare heterogeneous offerings.
How to read this guide
The brands presented below were selected based on factual criteria:
– verifiable commercial activity (up-to-date official website),
– explicit communication on materials and manufacturing,
– identifiable positioning within the European market.
For each brand, the following information is indicated when publicly available: brand origin, declared manufacturing location, materials used and observed price range.
Lubay – Belgian brand of vegan bags made in Belgium
Origin : Belgium
Manufacturing : 100% in a studio-workshop in Belgium
Materials : Grape Skin® (grape), LEAP® (apple)
Price Range : 119€ to 339€
100% vegan : Yes, since its creation
Production model: non-industrialised production
Presentation
Lubay is a Belgian vegan bag brand whose design and manufacturing are carried out in Belgium. The brand works exclusively with clearly identified non-animal materials and communicates explicitly about its producing choices.
💡 Read also: What is a vegan bag?
Stella McCartney
Origin : United Kingdom (Based in London)
Manufacturing : Italy (Majority of bags)
Materials : MIRUM®, VEGEA (grape), Mylo™ (mycelium), Recycled Polyester/Nylon
Price Range : Approximately 495 € to 1,995 €
100% vegan : Yes, since its creation
Presentation
Within the luxury fashion landscape, Stella McCartney is known for avoiding leather, feathers and fur. All bags are vegan and largely produced in Italy, with a focus on innovative non-animal materials.
Minuit Sur Terre
Origin : France
Manufacturing : Portugal
Materials : AppleSkin (apple), grape, cereals, corn
Price Range : Approximately 195 € to 250 €
100% vegan : Yes, since its creation
Presentation
Founded in 2017, Minuit Sur Terre initially focused on vegan footwear before extending its offer to bags. The brand highlights plant-based materials and transparent sourcing within a European manufacturing framework.
O My Bag Amsterdam
Origin : Netherlands
Manufacturing : Kolkata, India (production framed by ethical standards)
Materials : Traditional leather, recycled leather, selected models in Uppeal (apples)
Price Range : Approximately 159 € to 399 €
100% vegan : No, but offers an identified vegan line
Presentation
O My Bag is a Dutch brand emphasising transparency and fair trade. While most of its collection uses leather, the brand offers a clearly identified vegan line made with apple-based materials.
LaFlore Paris
Origin : France
Manufacturing : China
Materials : Cork
Price Range : Approximately 159 € to 549 €
100% vegan : Yes
Presentation
LaFlore Paris offers a range of vegan bags inspired by Parisian design. The brand works with cork sourced in Portugal and combines structured forms with functional design.
Cross-market analysis
The analysis of these brands highlights several structural trends within the vegan bag market:
– most brands are designed in Europe but manufactured outside their country of origin,
– non-animal materials cover very different realities (PU, plant-based materials, technical composites),
– European manufacturing remains relatively limited,– price differences mainly reflect manufacturing location and production model.
These elements show that the term vegan bag alone provides limited information without additional, verifiable data.
Key criteria when choosing a vegan bag
Before choosing a vegan bag, it is recommended to check:
– the precise nature of the materials used,
– their geographic origin,
– the actual manufacturing location,
– the production model (industrial or non-industrial),
– the consistency between brand discourse and verifiable information.
Budget: what to expect?
Category | Price range | Examples |
Small leather goods | €50 – €120 | Wallets, pouches |
Small bags | €150 – €220 | Crossbody, shoulder bags |
Medium / large bags | €250 – €400 | Tote bags, cabas |
Luxury | €500 – €2,000 | High fashion |
Note: Quality vegan bags made in Europe using identified materials generally fall between €150 and €350. This price range reflects European manufacturing, EU-sourced materials and controlled production models.
FAQ: Your questions about vegan bags
Is a vegan bag as resistant as a leather bag?
Next-gen vegan materials such as Grape Skin® and LEAP® show wear behaviour and resistance comparable to traditional references. Lubay bags are designed for regular daily use with minimal maintenance.
How should vegan materials be maintained?
Clean gently with a damp cloth and allow to air dry. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Each material has specific properties; follow the care instructions provided.
Where are vegan bags manufactured?
This varies by brand. Lubay manufactures in Belgium, Minuit Sur Terre in Portugal and LaFlore in China. Manufacturing location directly affects traceability, production organisation and carbon footprint.
Are vegan materials automatically environmentally friendly?
Materials such as Grape Skin® and LEAP® valorise European agricultural by-products, which can reduce environmental impact. However, vegan does not automatically mean ecological; composition and origin remain essential.
Conclusion
The vegan bag market encompasses very different realities behind a single designation. This overview aims to clarify these differences in order to support a more informed reading of available offers.
Some brands, such as Lubay, choose local manufacturing and clearly identified materials, while others prioritise international production or larger volumes. These choices reflect distinct strategies that can be evaluated according to individual criteria.
Lubay, Belgian brand of vegan bags made in Belgium.
Next-gen vegan materials, contemporary design, controlled making.
