Spring has sprung, and it’s time to get out with a style that swaps winter’s saturated hues for something lighter and brighter. No matter what adventures you’re planning this spring, you’ll need a cute bag to carry all the necessities. Spring trends include soft florals, pale tones, understated patterns, and unexpected details—but the runways are buzzing with an even more important style standard. Animal-friendly luxury fashion is quickly wiping out the antiquated practice of supporting torture by wearing the skins and furs of animals. Vegan leather is dominating the racks, and luxury designers such as Stella McCartney are leading by example. Thankfully, luxury vegan handbags are affordable, for the simple reason that you’re paying for style rather than slaughter.

To help you choose from the hottest bags, we’ve selected some of our favorites so that you can get yours before they sell out:

Pamela Anderson x ASHOKA Paris Collection

PETA Honorary Director Pamela Anderson has teamed up with vegan handbag brand ASHOKA Paris for a new collection featuring biodegradable vegan leather made from apple skins. This “PETA-Approved Vegan” collection includes four bag styles: the Pamela Box, Pamela Pouch, Pamela Backpack, and Pamela Shopping Bag. Each is available in four luxurious colors: black, nude, terracotta, and red.

Fossil Kier Cactus Leather Tote

Luxury brand Fossil launched the Kier tote collection as part of its “Make Time for Good” initiative to use more sustainable materials—that means more animal-free materials. This bag is made with cactus leather from Mexican company Desserto, which is a “PETA-Approved Vegan” material that helps protect both cows and the environment. The bag comes in four colors—black, brown, moss, and wine—which are great for the spring season but also neutral enough to be used year-round.

Matt & Nat ERIKA Vegan Crossbody Bag

OG vegan brand Matt & Nat offers an impressive variety of handbag styles in on-trend colors. The playful shape and poppy red hue of the ERIKA in fleur manages to look both youthful and effortlessly chic. Made of durable recycled vegan leather, this bag sits comfortably at your side and holds a lot more than its compact shape might lead you to believe.

CEZIRA Vegan Leather Crossbody Bucket Bag

Nothing is quite as timeless as a casual, camel-colored crossbody bag. This bucket bag is simple, stylish, and made by a PETA Business Friend that supports animal rights efforts worldwide.

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Ivy & Fig The Renata Handbag

Pastels for spring are as iconic as tofu is for vegans. That’s why the Ivy & Fig Renata Handbag in Fog Grey is a must-have this—and every—year!

Nevele11 Ostrich Luxury Gym Bag in Pink

Stand out like a flamingo with the vegan Ostrich Luxury Gym Bag in Pink by PETA Business Friend Nevele11:

Doshi Bucket Bag

Doshi has a trove of high-quality vegan handbags, wallets, backpacks, and briefcases for the compassionate fashionista. The Doshi Bucket Bag is a stylish and functional bag with a scratch-resistant vegan leather shell that’s perfect for wherever your adventures take you.

De-Vesi Hand-Painted Le R’eve

Check out this cute vegan handbag from De-Vesi, a PETA Business Friend:

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Miomojo Tecla Prima Linea—Cactus

This luxurious bag by PETA Business Friend Miomojo is made of vegan cactus leather:

Urban Expressions Star

In a flirty and fun bright yellow, the Star tote epitomizes spring style. Crafted from supple vegan leather, it features a half-moon shape, a circular handle, and an adjustable strap. It’s available in three other colors, too. Bonus: Online vegan boutique Urban Expressions will ship this beauty anywhere in the U.S. for free.

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Pixie Mood Alicia Tote II

Whether you’re going glamping or visiting family for the weekend, a tote is a necessity. The Alicia Tote II in mineral blue by vegan designer Pixie Mood even has an additional inner pouch, so you can be sure you’ll have the space to pack everything you need.

Svala Simma Tote

This tote by Svala is made of gold-speckled cork. Svala is at the forefront of sustainable fashion, using other innovative materials, too, like Piñatex and recycled materials. These materials are much better for the environment than leather made of animal skin, and they’re durable and chic.

Jeane & Jax SARA 2-in-1 Perforated Tote

Vegan fashion house Jeane & Jax is chock-full of swoon-worthy choices. One of our favorites is the SARA Perforated Tote, that comes with a clutch! We’re loving these 2-in-1 bags.

Eve Bora Tote

If springtime activities have you pining for smaller accessories, the slim and sleek Bora bag by Portuguese eco-boutique Eve is just what you need. It combines natural cork with a geometric pattern, adding sophisticated detail to any outfit.

Whether you choose one of our luxury vegan handbag picks or want to explore the countless other options online and in stores, you can be proud to promote compassion with fashion that feels as good as it looks. For more information on the world of animal-friendly fashion, check out PETA’s fashion guide:

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