TALA x BEEN
Introducing the Vauxhall Backpack (RRP £130), a beautifully versatile and timeless design hand-made in London using luxury, sustainable materials. Built to last, and available to shop now!
THE VAUXHALL BACKPACK
A TRULY SUSTAINABLE STORY
The multi-functional Vauxhall Backpack, available in black with gold detailing, is hand-made using wipe-clean regenerated nylon ECONYL® sourced from fishing nets which often populate our seas. The zips and lining are made from recycled polyester, sourced from recycled plastic bottles, and we’ve added premium AppleSkin™ vegan leather detailing, made from apple cores!
THE VAUXHALL BACKPACK
UNITING SUSTAINABLE START-UPS
This collaboration unites two UK-based sustainable start-ups led by female entrepreneurs, combining TALA’s sustainability expertise with BEEN’s expertly-crafted bag design. We have also partnered with a wonderful social enterprise scheme in London, training and employing Londoners with learning disabilities, to lovingly pack and ship this bag to you.
ECONYL® RECYCLED NYLON
Up to 90% of all the rubbish in the sea is plastic. One of the worst culprits is nylon fishing nets - they don’t break down easily and harm marine life.
Our partner rescues the nets and nylon scraps, and sorts, cleans and purifies them. The regenerated nylon threads are then ready to be woven into textiles to create your beautiful backpack.
PREMIUM DETAILS
The zips are made from recycled plastic bottles, which is broken down and pulverised before being spun into yarn and made into zips. The innovative vegan ‘leather’ detailing is made from the unwanted peel and core of apples.
The apple waste is dried and ground into powder, mixed with a binder and pigment, and spread onto canvas, until it turns into a leather-like material.
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL
We've added a padded laptop pocket, a water bottle holder, and front and back zip pockets so your Vauxhall backpack can carry you from work to the gym and beyond. With dedicated space for all your personal items and accessories, this is the only backpack you'll ever need.