Shopping Ethically

It’s the week before I begin another school year, so back to school shopping is on my mind.  I don’t need much, but I always like to get a few new pieces to replace some older, more boring ones in my closet.  I’d like a bag big enough to hold all of the junk I carry to and from work-my lunch, water bottles, and a million other things-and it’s got to be durable because I’m gonna toss it in the car, under my desk, etc…

I hunted on Etsy for recycled leather bags and hit the jackpot.  Rookie Rags handmakes bags, purses, and wallets in America out of recycled fabrics.  Their dedication to recycling is so strong that usually even the zippers and thread are recycled!  What really sold me on Rookie Rags is that they have a huge selection (over 70 bags) and are very afforably priced ($30-$185-ish).  Most of their bags are leather, but use other fabrics also AND take custom orders.  Rookie Rags sells exclusively on Etsy, so click here to see their selection. 

These are a few of my favorites (I could have selected a lot more).