Anita Dongre launches vegan handbag line

By

Isabelle Crossley

Published
Jan 25, 2023

Anita Dongre has launched a line of plant-based vegan luxury handbags to step into the vegan accessories product category. The eponymous designer’s new launch uses vegan leather textile Mirum.

Dongre’s new accessories line is inspired by nature and the designer’s love for animals, the brand announced in a press release on January 24. Handbags in the new line include a ‘Swan Mini Grab Bag’, ‘Birds Of A Feather Crossbody Bag’, ‘Nocturnal Glass Beaded Bag’, and ‘Champagne Gold Glass Beaded Bag’. 
 
The line also includes two belts, the ‘Birds of a Feather Belt’, and ‘Haathi Belt’. Accessories in the collection are made from Mirum which is a 100% natural, 0% plastic, and cruelty free plant-based material which is manufactured to look and feel like leather. A number of bags are also made from recycled glass beads.

“The vegan accessories line is a dream come true with material sciences presenting us with leather alternatives that are luxurious and high quality while being cruelty-free and environmentally friendly,” said Anita Dongre in a press release. “This line is created for women who wear their values on their sleeve, a philosophy of fashion that includes conscious, ethical, and timelessly elegant pieces.” 
 
The collection is designed to be worn with traditional, fusion, or western style dress. To highlight her commitment to animal welfare, Dongre will donate 5% of proceeds from the line of accessories to the India Animal Fund which works towards a future where animals are treated with care and love.