Stella McCartney's 'Falabella', a vegan bag first launched in the winter of 2009 and a bestseller of the brand, has evolved each season. Breaking the conventional belief that luxury brand handbags are made of leather, the Falabella, completed by the hands of Italian artisans using ethical materials that exclude animal sacrifice, can be considered an icon of sustainable fashion and innovation.
The timeless design of the Falabella continues to be celebrated as a style that represents Stella McCartney's belief in sustainability over the years.
Photographer, vegetarian, and animal rights activist, designer Stella McCartney's mother, Linda McCartney, raised her children in the British countryside, fostering communication with nature. This time made Stella truly fall in love with horses, and as a mark of her affection for her favorite breed, she named her handbag collection 'Falabella'.
The Falabella embodies love for animals and the aesthetics of craftsmanship. Italian artisans take over three hours to punch holes and weave the aluminum chain into the vegan Shaggy Deer material handbag body using organic cotton ropes. A special coating technique is added to grant eco-friendly elegance and outstanding durability.
The Falabella's chain is made from infinitely recyclable aluminum, and the monogram lining is produced from recycled polyester. This showcases the brand's commitment to more sustainable fashion.
Stella McCartney's iconic Falabella bag can be found at Stella McCartney stores nationwide and at the Shinsegae International online boutique, SI Village.