Sophie Green Vegane Tragetasche

Q: What is the LaBante Sophie Tote?

A: The Sophie is a luxury laptop tote bag for women from LaBante London, made from Apple leather, a material made from the leftover pulp and skin of juiced apples. It has a signature red lining made from recycled plastic bottles. No PVC, no animal hide, and PETA-Certified.

Q: Does the Sophie fit a laptop?

A: Yes. It fits a 14-inch laptop and comes with a removable matching pouch for extra organization. It weighs about 1.05 kg (2.3 lb), so it’s comfortable not heavy for a full day.

Q: How long will the Sophie last?

A: Built for daily use, Apple leather holds its shape and finish for years with normal care. It's backed by a 1-year LaBante warranty.

Q: Will the Sophie peel, crack, or smell like plastic?

A: No PVC means no strong plastic smell and no early flaking, the most common issue with cheap vegan leather. Avoid soaking it or using harsh chemicals, and it will hold its finish for years.

Q: Is the Sophie water-resistant?

A: It handles light rain and everyday splashes well. It's not made for heavy downpours. If it gets soaked, wipe it dry right away and air dry it away from direct heat and sunlight.

Q: How do I clean and store the Sophie?

A: Wipe the Apple leather with a soft, damp cloth. The lining spot-cleans the same way. Store it out of direct sunlight, and use a leather wipe on any stubborn marks. For stubborn stains use a leather wipe.

Q: What is Apple leather and why does LaBante use it?

A: Apple leather is made from the pulp and skin left over from making apple juice, waste that would otherwise be thrown out. It's soft, ages well, and has a texture you won't find in standard vegan leather.

Q: Is the Sophie an eco-friendly bag?

A: Yes, one of the more eco-friendly tote bags out there. Apple leather uses agricultural waste instead of new crops or animal hide, and the lining is made from recycled bottles. Zero PVC throughout.

Q: What is LaBante's returns and warranty policy?

A: 60-day returns from the date you buy it, and a 1-year warranty on every product. Returns are free in the US and UK.

Q: Is the Sophie a good gift?

A: Yes. Most people have never touched Apple leather before, and can't easily tell it from regular leather. It's stocked at Nordstrom.com, or you can buy it directly at labante.com, with free US shipping on orders over $150.

Care of your tote bag

Please store your multifunctional bag in its own protective LaBante London dust bag.

When not in use, please keep your Bag stuffed with clean paper or an old clean t-shirt as this helps to retain the shape.

You may clean stains and dirt from your handbag using leather wipes that are freely available in any super market, or a damp cloth.

Please store your handbag in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight or humidity

The vegan material is intended to replace real leather as such please treat it with the same care as real leather.

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