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BAGS

 

What Are LaBante Bags Made From?

All our handbags are 100% vegan.
We use plant-based leather and premium microfibre, with linings made from recycled plastic bottles (RPET).
Every component — from zips to trims — comes from trusted, ethical suppliers.


Where Are They Made?

Our bags are handcrafted in Sedex-certified factories in India and Europe, including Portugal, Italy, and Spain. 
Each factory meets strict standards for fair wages, safety, and sustainability.


What Makes Them Sustainable?

We combine responsible materials with thoughtful packaging.
Our bags use vegan leather, RPET linings, and zero-waste packaging — paper tags, recyclable wrapping, and reusable fabric dust bags.
Plus, we plant 10 trees for every item sold.


Why Vegan Leather?

Vegan leather looks and feels as luxurious as traditional leather but without the cruelty or waste.
It’s lightweight, durable, and easy to care for — beauty without compromise.


Do You Use Plastic in Packaging?

No.
We avoid plastic wherever possible.
Our swing tags are made from recycled paper, and we’re switching to seed paper you can plant.


How Should I Care for My Bag?

Wipe with a soft, damp cloth and store in its dust bag.
Avoid heat or direct sunlight.
Our materials are water-resistant and made to last.


Quick Comparison

Feature LaBante Vegan Bag Traditional Leather Bag
⚙️ Creation Process Made from plant-based and recycled materials such as vegan microfiber and linings from recycled plastic bottles (RPET). Designed to reduce waste and carbon footprint. Made from animal hides that need chemical tanning and long processing, often using chromium compounds harmful to people and the environment.
🌿 Material Source Crafted with Apple Leather, plant-based leather, and sustainable microfiber from trusted suppliers. Each material is chosen for strength, lightness, and minimal impact. Uses cow, goat, or lamb hides from livestock farming. Leather production depends on animal agriculture, which has a high environmental footprint.
🔍 Traceability & Ethics Produced in Sedex-certified factories that ensure fair pay, safe working conditions, and no animal use. Every supplier is fully traceable. Supply chains are often unclear, making it hard to verify ethical standards or animal welfare practices.
🌱 Environmental Impact Created with low-energy production, recycled materials, and zero-waste packaging. No toxic tanning, deforestation, or animal farming emissions. Leather tanning uses harsh chemicals, pollutes rivers, and contributes to deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions.
💰 Cost Structure Offers affordable luxury — high-quality design without the ethical or environmental cost of animal leather. Higher prices come from resource-heavy farming, tanning, and multiple middlemen — not always from better quality.
🧵 Durability & Care Lightweight, water-resistant, and colourfast. Keeps its shape and shine with simple care — just wipe clean. Needs regular conditioning to avoid cracking. Can stain, absorb moisture, and lose colour over time.
🌎 Certifications All products are PETA-approved vegan, and factories are Sedex-certified for fair labour and sustainability. Usually certified for leather grade only, not for ethics or social responsibility.
🎁 Packaging Fully plastic-free and zero-waste. Uses recycled paper, plantable swing tags, and reusable dust bags for an eco-luxury touch. Often packed in plastic or foam, most of which is single-use and non-recycl

FINE JEWELLERY

 

Why Lab-Grown Jewellery?

At LaBante, we believe beauty should never harm people, animals, or the planet.
Our mission has always been rooted in compassion and sustainability.
Just as we refuse animal by-products in our handbags, we now create lab-grown jewellery — an ethical, elegant alternative to mined gems.


The Transformation: Nature, Accelerated

In nature, diamonds form deep underground over millions of years through heat and pressure.
Lab-grown diamonds follow the same process in a controlled environment — only faster.
The result is identical in every way: same sparkle, same strength, same brilliance.
The only difference is how responsibly it’s made.


Why Choose Lab-Grown Diamonds?

The true difference isn’t in the look — it’s in the story.

  1. No destructive mining

  2. No hidden supply chains

  3. No doubts about ethics

Each LaBante diamond is created with clean energy, transparency, and integrity.


Quick Comparison

Feature Lab-Grown Stone Natural (Mined) Stone
⚙️ Creation Process Made with heat and pressure in a lab Forms underground over millions of years
💎 Appearance & Structure Identical in look, feel, and composition Identical, but often mixed in supply chain
🔍 Traceability & Ethics Transparent process and origin Often untraceable and opaque
🌱 Environmental Impact Made using solar and wind power Causes land loss and environmental damage
💰 Cost Structure Affordable and sustainable Higher costs from mining and transport

Powered by Clean Energy

Our lab-grown diamonds come from a certified facility in India that runs on 100% renewable solar and wind power. Every gem sparkles with a smaller footprint.


The LaBante Promise

Lab-grown jewellery lets us create timeless pieces that shine with integrity.
Like our vegan handbags, each design reflects compassion and craftsmanship.
Whether it’s a gift or a personal treasure, choose jewellery that sparkles with purpose.

Because true beauty should never come at the cost of your values.


SHOES

 

What Are LaBante Shoes Made From?

Our shoes feature Italian Apple Leather uppers, made from apple waste, and plant-based rubber soles. Even the laces are made from recycled plastic bottles (RPET).


Where Are They Made?

Every pair is handcrafted in Portugal by skilled artisans who combine traditional craftsmanship with sustainable methods.


Why Apple Leather?

Apple Leather transforms leftover apple pulp into a soft, strong material.
It’s eco-friendly, breathable, and stylish — a symbol of circular design done right.


Are They Vegan and Cruelty-Free?

Yes — all LaBante footwear is PETA-approved vegan.


What Makes Them Sustainable?

We use plant-based and recycled materials, European manufacturing, and zero-waste packaging. Each pair sold helps plant 10 trees.


Are They Comfortable?

Yes.
Apple Leather softens as you wear it, and our natural rubber soles add flexible, lightweight cushioning.


How Should I Care for Them?

Wipe gently with a damp cloth and let them air-dry. Avoid direct heat or chemical cleaners to preserve their finish.



WALLETS

What Are LaBante Wallets Made From?

Our wallets feature vegan leather or microfibre exteriors and linings from recycled plastic bottles. They’re soft to the touch yet built for everyday durability.


Where Are They Made?

We partner with factories in India and across Europe that meet Sedex ethical standards.


Are They Cruelty-Free?

Yes — all our wallets are PETA-approved vegan and 100% animal-free.


Are They Durable?

Absolutely.
Our materials resist scratches and stains while keeping their shape and colour.


What’s Special About the Packaging?

Our wallets follow the same Zero-Waste Packaging system as our bags — recycled, recyclable, and plastic-free.


How Should I Care for My Wallet?

Clean gently with a soft cloth and keep it away from heat or moisture.
That’s all you need to do.


Do You Plant Trees for Wallets Too?

Yes — every wallet helps plant 10 trees.

 

 

 

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