'Ownever,' the ethical luxury handbag designer that focuses on upcycling and recycling materials, has debuted a small bio-leather accessory that allows consumers to personalize their handbags. The small accessory is named 'The Own' and it is a minimalist bio-leather circle with a band to fasten it onto a handbag. The front of The Own allows for the engravement of one large letter, such as a name initial or letter with personal significance, while the back of the accessory allows for a word or short phrase to be engraved.
Most handbags from Ownever are created with 20% or more sustainable, upcycled materials, but are very minimalist. The Own allows consumers to express themselves more for the cost of 74 euros, or roughly $83 USD. The Own is 6.5cm in diameter and 20.5cm in height, which is approximately 2.5-inches x 8-inches.
Personalized Upcycled Accessories
'Ownever' Has Created a Small Bio-Leather Accessory for Handbags
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling Accessories - There is an opportunity for designers to create more customizable accessories using upcycled materials, allowing consumers to express their individuality while reducing waste.
2. Personalized Bio-leather - Bio-leather offers a sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional leather and can be used to create unique and personalized fashion accessories.
3. Minimalist Design - The trend towards minimalist design in the fashion industry can be extended to accessories, where small and simple pieces can be personalized to add value and uniqueness.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Sustainable and personalized accessories can disrupt the fashion industry, where consumers are increasingly looking for unique and ethical products.
2. Personalized Gifts - The Own offers an opportunity to create personalized and sustainable gifts, opening up a new market for ethical and customizable accessories.
3. Bio-leather Production - The development of bio-leather can disrupt the traditional leather industry, as consumers continue to seek out more sustainable and ethical alternatives to animal-derived materials.