# Ethically-Made Woven Handbags Poppy + Sage Offers Rattan, Straw, and Woven Handbags Made in Bali By Grace Mahas | Published 2021-02-01 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poppy-sage References: [poppyandsageco](https://www.poppyandsageco.com/) POPPY + SAGE is a sustainable fashion brand dedicated to "delivering beautiful products from real communities that [the brand has] built authentic relationships with." The brand was launched by a Millennial husband and wife team, Robert and Carley, who decided to leave the corporate marketing world to sell unique items they find while traveling abroad. POPPY + SAGE offers ethically-made on-trend rattan, straw, and woven handbags, each of which are handmade on the island of Bali, Indonesia. While there are many "[imitation purses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soffiettaluxe-hobo-bag)" with a similar aesthetic, the bags by POPPY + SAGE have been carefully crafted by local artisans who are paid a living wage, offering a level of skill and dedication that is remarkable. The entire POPPY + SAGE collection is available to purchase online with prices under $200 USD. Image Credit: POPPY + SAGE ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Social Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialbusiness) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ethical Fashion:** There is a growing trend of consumers seeking ethically-made fashion products, presenting an opportunity for fashion brands to adopt sustainable and ethical practices. - **Handmade Products:** Handmade products are becoming more popular for their unique and personalized nature, providing an opportunity for businesses to differentiate themselves through artisanal production methods. - **Real Community Relationships:** Businesses that build authentic relationships with the communities that produce their products can foster customer loyalty and create a positive social impact, presenting an opportunity for brands to engage in community-based initiatives. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion brands can differentiate themselves by offering ethically-made, artisanal products that are both fashionable and sustainable. - **Handmade Goods Industry:** The demand for handmade goods is on the rise, presenting an opportunity for businesses to offer unique and personalized products that are made with care and attention to detail. - **Corporate Social Responsibility Industry:** Companies that engage in corporate social responsibility by adopting sustainable and ethical practices, and building authentic relationships with communities, can create a positive social impact and build customer loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Understated Vegan Leather Handbags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espe-ss24.md) - [Stylish Poppy-Inspired Cooler Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poppy-collection.md) - [Woven Statement Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee1.md) - [Sustainably Handcrafted Bag Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tote-of-hope.md) - [Multifunctional Travel Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidney-byron.md) - [Ethical Hemp-Derived Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofrico.md) - [Peach-Tonal Everyday Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vee-collective.md) - [Everyday Sustainable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials.md) - [D2C Artisan Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisan-marketplace1.md)