Vegan Bio-Based Bamboo Leather Backpack in Black
Vegan Bio-Based Bamboo Leather Backpack in Black
The exterior of this backpack is made from bio-based bamboo leather — a PVC-free, phthalate-free material that Votch uses in place of conventional vegan leather — while the lining is RPET fabric woven from recycled plastic bottles, making the construction more considered than most bags in this category.
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There are a lot of backpacks that claim to be sustainable. Most swap one synthetic for another and leave it there. The Laurie from Votch goes a step further: the exterior is bio-based bamboo leather, PVC-free and phthalate-free, and the interior lining is RPET — fabric made from recycled plastic bottles. The result is a bag that holds its own on material credentials without sacrificing the kind of structure and organisation that makes a backpack genuinely useful day to day.
This is a bag built for the commute, the weekend trip, and everything in between. The padded laptop compartment fits a 13-inch machine securely. The internal layout — key loop, two slip pockets, a bottle pocket, an umbrella pocket, and a zip pocket — means you are not rummaging. The two external zip compartments include a hidden back pocket for anything you want close but out of sight. Adjustable shoulder straps and back padding make it comfortable to carry when it is full.
The textured finish gives it a considered, unfussy look that works with most outfits. Inside, the 'Compassion lies within' messaging is a small detail that reflects where Votch is coming from. It arrives presented in an organic cotton dust bag.
Composition: Exterior: vegan bio-based bamboo leather (black) Interior lining: RPET (recycled plastic bottles)
Specifications:
- Dimensions: Height 35 cm × Width 26 cm × Depth 12 cm
- Closure: double slider zipper
- Laptop compartment: padded, fits up to 13 inches
- Internal organisation: key loop, two slip pockets, bottle pocket, umbrella pocket, internal zip pocket
- External pockets: two zip compartments including hidden back pocket
- Shoulder straps: adjustable with back padding
- Presented in an organic cotton dust bag
About Our Brand Votch
Votch addresses the challenge conscious shoppers face in finding genuinely stylish watches that do not rely on animal-derived materials. The brand provides a focused range of timepieces, ensuring that accessories reflect personal values without compromising aesthetic appeal.
What truly distinguishes Votch is its rigorous material standard; instead of merely substituting conventional leather, the brand utilises PVC-free and phthalate-free faux leather, incorporating recycled and renewable content. This commitment significantly lowers the environmental footprint of each strap compared to most vegan leather alternatives, extending beyond just being animal-free.
Votch views material development as an ongoing process, actively researching new materials and design directions. This approach treats ethical production as a creative challenge, highlighting a commitment to continuous improvement that sets Votch apart from brands that simply make a single material swap and cease further innovation.