Ethics & Sustainability
ETHICAL FOCUS
We love animals and we love our planet. We want to prevent unnecessary suffering so our materials are always cruelty-free. We are constantly looking to source even more recycled materials to help care for our planet.
Urban Originals is designed in Sydney and manufactured in China with our long standing partners. We personally visit all our factories on a regular basis and believe that supporting ethically run factories is the only way to operate. Urban Originals is Sedex approved and is a member of many department stores ethical sourcing programs.
Our ethical practices are without compromise as we love our planet.
Australian by design
Urban Originals, established in 1999, is a leading brand of vegan handbags and accessories, dedicated to sustainability and style. No matter the occasion Urban Originals has something for everyone. All of our designs are conceived and developed in Australia, where the brand was born over 25 years ago. Today, our international warehouses allows us to serve customers across the United States, Australia and worldwide.
100% Cruelty Free
Here at Urban Originals we prioritise designing functional, fashionable, sustainable bags that are as practical as they are stylish. We stand firmly against animal cruelty and the harmful practices of the leather industry, recognizing its impact on animals, people, and the planet.
Our passion for fashion and design is matched by our commitment to protecting the environment. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to ensure Urban Originals is both environmentally and ethically responsible.
We prioritize the use of high-quality vegan leathers and incorporate recycled materials whenever possible, all while adhering to strict low-chemical standards.
10% of profits donated
Urban Originals proudly donates 10% of all profits to supporting human rights causes, with a special focus on the prevention of human trafficking - an issue that is deeply important to us.
According to the United Nations, there are 46 million people affected by human trafficking worldwide, including over 10 million children. In response, we are committed to making a difference through our social responsibility program by supporting organizations dedicated to preventing human trafficking and related causes.