Salvatore Ferragamo launches eco bags

Shopping with a conscience can be tricky for those of us with a designer bag addiction, but thankfully Salvatore Ferragamo is coming to the rescue with the launch of its new ethical handbag range.

By ELLE UK and NonePublished: 08 January 2009

<p>The collection, entitled Eco Ferragamo, feature five day bags in the Italian label's signature style - think chic, soft leather in classic shapes. The difference? These bags have undergone a tanning process that uses natural products instead of the the

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The collection, entitled Eco Ferragamo, feature five day bags in the Italian label's signature style - think chic, soft leather in classic shapes. The difference? These bags have undergone a tanning process that uses natural products instead of the the usual, environmental unfriendly metal elements, making the leather biodegradable and water-resistant. The dyes used contain tannins made from tree bark and the linings are made from sustainable hand-woven hemp, a much greener choice than cotton.

Reassuringly the whole process has also been certified by German institute SG-Mark who ensure that no environmentally harmful substances are used.

So you can invest in the must-have accessory of the season with a clear conscience.

The range will hit stores in February as part of Salvatore Ferragamo's spring/summer 2009 collection

Posted 8 January 2009

By Emma Sells

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