Cri de Couer challenges the notion that vegan fashion is inferior to animal products with its stylish range of animal-friendly handbags, shoes, and jewelry.
The label takes its name from a French expression which means “cry from the heart,” as its founders are driven by its passion to change the face of fashion. It keeps animals out of its industry from start to finish, as its creators believe that living a vegan lifestyle goes beyond the food you consume.
I’m really impressed by Cri de Couer’s contemporary designs, but the prices leave me a little cold. I know the label uses better manmade materials than your average cheap and cheerful designer, but spending a minimum of $280 on a bag made from polyurethane still seems a bit steep. I know Stella McCartney gets away with it, but Cri de Couer hasn’t earned the sort of reputation that justifies an eco-friendly price hike!
To be fair Cri de Couer launched a lower-priced diffusion line in the spring of 2010 called Hearts of Darkness. Currently this affordable range only has footwear, but hopefully we’ll see bags added to the mix in the near future.
Cri de Couer and Hearts of Darkness’ ethical accessories are available online through the Cri de Couer website.
