Welcome Green Monsters! We're your online guide to making conscious choices that help people, animals and the planet.

Product Review: GUNAS Designer Vegan Handbags


OneGreenPlanet.Org / May 7, 2012 / 59 Comments


Product Review + Giveaway: GUNAS Designer Vegan Handbags
Product Name: GUNAS Designer Vegan Handbags

Website: www.gunasthebrand.com

Where to Buy: To purchase this product, CLICK HERE!

Products Reviewed: GUNAS offers a range of styles and collections for men and women. We reviewed two of their most popular bags – the Sweetheart and Neon (picture above, left and right).

Original Price: Sweetheart: $199 and Neon: $275

About GUNAS: GUNAS is an exclusive, yet attainable luxury lifestyle brand defined by its progressive outlook towards fashion. It embodies the style and spirit of someone who not only loves fashion, but also takes deep interest in how their belongings are made. Every collection is bold and edgy, making a statement for those who want to differentiate themselves in a crowd. GUNAS bags are individually handcrafted in socially responsible factories around the globe. The brand strongly believes in conscious consumption and exclusivity, hence most of their bags are produced as Limited Editions.

All the bags are vegan, and are made with fabrics that meet at least one of the following criteria:

The One Green Planet Verdict: These bags are fun, bold, super-stylish, and extremely well-made. They materials are soft, yet sturdily constructed, and the high-quality hardware is made to last.

The Sweetheart bag (pictured above, left) is one of GUNAS’ most popular bags, and for good reason! This stylish bag is extremely soft, both inside and out, and has a look versatile enough for day or evening use. With two options for carrying (wrist or shoulder) and plenty of space for storing all the essentials, it’s also very practical!

The Neon purse (picture above, right) is another best-seller. The Neon is beautifully designed and accented – a winning combination of form and function. The dark, neutral navy pairs perfectly with a few pops of orange and bright blue – just enough to make it stand out! The Neon also has two carrying options for maximum versatility. Structured yet soft, this midsize purse is great for everyday use.

GUNAS also sent us Paris, a unisex bag from their collection, although we found the shape and design to be more feminine. While not pictured above (and not a part of the giveaway), you can view this bag here. The Paris is a stylish and formal version of the everyday duffel bag; once again, this piece is strongly constructed, soft and unstructured enough to hold various types of items. The bag is also versatile and can be used for an overnight trip or as a larger handbag when you need one.

To purchase this product, CLICK HERE!

CONTEST DETAILS: (CLOSED)

You know our verdict, now we need yours! The good people GUNAS have generously offered to send a few lucky One Green Planet readers one of the super-stylish vegan bags reviewed above!**

To make our jobs easier, all you have to do is:

1. Follow us on Pinterest (only followers qualify): http://pinterest.com/onegreenplanet/

2. Re-pin this post or click on the “Pin it” button above (below the title of this post).

3. Answer this question in the comment section of this pin on Pinterest or in the update after you click “Pin it” above, “Are you a sweetheart (left) or neon kinda gal and why?”

 **Contest open to U.S. residents only (Alaska and Hawai’i not included)

Like what you see? Follow GUNAS on Facebook!

(The opportunity to answer in the comments section below ended on May 13, 2012. The Pinterest contest ended on July 16, 2012)

Product Review: GUNAS Designer Vegan Handbags SKU UPC Model

LOVE these bags!

Sep 24, 2012 by Anna Ross

I recently ordered a custom Bella bag from Gunas and I have to tell you their customer service was amazing! Their design team worked closely with me in picking colors and materials I like and the final bag came out so beautiful! I get compliments on it each time I carry it around. Right after the Bella I landed up ordering their Rockstar purse in patent red and it's stunning in person as well! Finally there's a company that makes vegan bags that look and feel great!


Terrible smell!

Sep 13, 2012 by Marie-Andree

I ordered an Emily clutch. The bag is nice looking but it smells very strongly of chemicals and the smell is not going away... So beware people with allergies! Gunas would not allow me to return it because it was a "custom bag" even though on the website it was simply one of the standard color options. So if you order from their website, read the fine print and make sure you are not ordering a custom bag.


GUNAS Designer Vegan Handbag

Jul 18, 2012 by Michele

I was very fortunate to be one of the winners of the contest for the GUNAS handbags. I received my Neon bag yesterday and I am absolutely in love with it! This bag is one of the most beautiful, classic, fun bags I have ever seen and knowing that it is made of completely vegan materials makes it even more beautiful. The quality is amazing and I am convinced this bag will last far longer than most of the bags I already have. The colors are gorgeous!

I originally intended to use it only for special occasions but I could not resist starting to use it right away. I have already received so many compliments on it!

I am so glad to have been introduced to GUNAS through this contest and will most definitely be purchasing products from them.

Thank you GUNAS and One Green Planet!


Excellence

Jul 05, 2012 by Lucianna

The Gunas original handbag that I received is outstanding. It is a high quality product made with care and attention to detail. I feel fabulous carrying my black and red NEON.


4.0 5.0 4 4 I recently ordered a custom Bella bag from Gunas and I have to tell you their customer service was amazing! Their design team worked closely with me in picking colors and materials Product Review: GUNAS Designer Vegan Handbags

Click here to submit your review.


Submit your review
* Required Field


Disclosure: One Green Planet accepts advertising, sponsorship, affiliate links and other forms of compensation, which may or may not influence the advertising content, topics or articles written on this site. Click here for more information.

Facebook comments:

59 Responses to “Product Review: GUNAS Designer Vegan Handbags”

  1. This is one sweetheart lady here! Carrying this beautiful purse on my inked arm would be an awesome converstaion starter. That stylish bag is so unique looking. Loving the different options for carrying and would be perfect for all my daily actitivies. Less changing bags for the different occassions. Being a vegan with this bag you can show everyone that you still got it while helping the animals.

  2. avatar Jeff Patt says:

    Ah, the bright fluorescent glow, highlights this new, bold neon bag. It will dazzle in my hand or on my shoulder. Where’s my sun glasses? These ‘Northern Lights’ are shouting out!

  3. avatar kendy says:

    I am a neon chick for sure. Like the neon I am unexpected, playful and fun!

  4. avatar Nichole Rouse says:

    I am a NEON kinda gal, I live for COLOR and versatility. Seems like my kinda functional purse that would stand out in a crowd. Perfect for my style.

  5. avatar Rooibos says:

    Gah, I’m torn.

    On the one hand, as a red-head, I wear a lot of yellows and the Sweetheart would look just awesome with all the yellows, whites, oranges and greens we favour here in Florida.

    On the other hand, blue absolutely is my favourite colour of all, and no one could pry the Neon out of my clutches as it would be preminent couture here in “seaside Florida” sporting those blue and aqua tones with a slice of citrus orange. Yum!

    Send me either, I’ll gladly be your walking commercial!

  6. avatar Crystal says:

    I’m a Sweetheart girl! Its fun and eyecatching without being too bright or crazy. Its also practical!

  7. avatar Troy says:

    I’m neither but my wife is a true sweetheart. She convinced me of the wonderful benefits of going vegan 2 years ago. Because of her, I’m much healthier and more humane in everything I do. She truly embodies the vegan lifestyle by showing love and compassion in all her choices.

    I would love to show her my appreciation with a Gunas Sweetheart bag. Thank you.

  8. avatar deanna hanson says:

    omg i thought i didn’t like the color yellow but that sweetheart bag is awesome. i would love to rock the bag everywhere. it has changed my mind about that color. i love it. soooo cool

  9. avatar Sree kommareddy says:

    I think I’m a sweetheart kind of a girl. Super cheery and always harmless:)
    I work in a team if 8 guys and I always carry my non leather bags and mostly dress like the guys..it would be fun to pop in with my fancy sweetheart bag for a change and dress up as a vegan bag totally fits in to my Eco and animal friendly life style.

  10. avatar Deepthi Reddy says:

    For the past few years I have been taking small steps to reduce my green print.steps like using recycled shoes,not using aerosols,farmers markets .I’m very comfortable and actually v happy with choices I have in all these areas.but handbags are my biggest weakness.i have been unable to find a trendy bag which is both green and makes a statement that being trendy not wearing another living beings skin is COOL:)..from what I know Guna bags are super awesome and nothing is harmed in the the making of a trendy stylish bag.plus it will be awesome to finally break a Superbad habit

    • avatar Deepthi Reddy says:

      In all the excitement reading about the vegan bag I forgot answering the question…I’m a neon gal cause I always try to make a statement without being flashy.

  11. avatar Renata says:

    NEON Gal here! = I’m a
    Notable Eloquent Observant Next-door gal who carries a
    Noticeable Expressive Outstanding Namebrand to around everyday in doing
    New Errand Outings Near and far!

  12. avatar Sara says:

    I am definitely a Sweetheart kind of girl. I’m cute and fun but with a bit of edge. I can also adapt to any situation with ease and style. Plus I’m tough enough to stand up to anything you can throw at me without losing my cool!

  13. avatar KellyB says:

    Hi
    I am a neon gal, an everyday type. Nothing too flashy here, but I do try with a pop of color in a necklace or by skipping down the sidewalk with my son. I am a very structured, practical gal but my kids can bring out my softer side (hence the skipping!)
    thanks

  14. avatar Julie M. says:

    I’m more of a sweetheart girl – bright, versatile, and always on the go! I’m a teacher, so having enough space for all the neccessities is a must, especially when I want to head out for a night on the town after working a long day with my students! Any music teacher like myself will tell you – we need a great bag like he Sweetheart to make us look stylish and classy, even if we are carrying a pitch pipe and a trumpet mouthpiece around for the kids (currently what’s in my bag)!

  15. avatar Kathryn says:

    I’m a “Neon” woman: practical (the blue) with a touch of excitement (orange). Adaptable (the two ways of carrying the bag), but often staying in one place (the shape of the bag makes it look more stable than the other for sitting on a table).

Leave a Reply

Browse more articles


Advertisement

Submit to Us

Trending Posts

Advertisement

Popular Posts

Advertisement
Advertisement

Posts by our
Green Monsters






  • Subscribe to
    OneGreenPlanet


    Comments from our
    Green Monsters

    Submit to OneGreenPlanet


    Terms & Conditions ×