Here at Fenella we are committed to designing and producing, ethically and sustainably sourced products introducing circular product practices and using a variety of materials and working partnerships for the benefit of our customers, our chosen charity projects and the planet.

  • Introduction to Our Partners

    We are proud to partner with the Leather Working Group (LWG) renowned for its rigorous standards by working closely with tanneries that prioritise sustainable practices. This includes the use of eco-friendly tanning processes, traceable sourcing, and adherence to strict environmental regulations. We also work with leaders in alternative material sourcing and recycled sourcing canvas among others. Our partners share our dedication to ethical practices and environmental stewardship.

  • Community Commitment

    We are committed to limiting waste from our products and offer the buying back of our bags and accessories to our direct customers for re-use or recycling for another life. Additionally, we work with Ecologi to manage and monitor our impact on the planet and pledge money to our chosen charity The Hope Foundation from the sales of our products, The funds are used on projects in support of communities and planet.

  • Our Shared Vision

    Our partnerships are a testament to our shared vision of a more sustainable future. By choosing materials that are responsibly sourced and ethically produced, we are on a journey to offer products that are as kind to the planet as they are beautiful and functional. Together with our partners, we are dedicated to crafting accessories that not only enhance your travel, gifting and home experience but also contribute to a greener, more sustainable world.

  • Quality and Craftsmanship

    We obsess about design, function and quality, considering every detail. All our materials are meticulously selected to ensure durability, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. This commitment to quality aligns with our mission to create long-lasting, elegant travel accessories that accompany you on all your journeys. 100% of our products use recycled canvas, vegan leather, RPET, Blended cotton or traceable leather materials and are made ethically, with the planets’ well-being in mind.

relove Saves Waste

At fenella we love the journey.With a spirit of curioisty, creativity and individuality we empower our customers to embrace their wanderlust with style, but also care. Our mission is to inspire everyone to experience the world while leaving the earth a better place. We believe in circularity as the cornerstone of sustainability. We start by making sure where we can every fenella product is crafted with eco-friendly materials and ethical manufacturing practices in mind. Our unique relove initiative and closed-loop system allow customers to return for resale, recycle, or re-home their accessories, ensuring our products continue their journey beyond the first owner. This promotes a greener planet and smarter consumption. We exist to enable and inspire journeys that are kind to the earth and enriching for the traveler.

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Our bags travel further with relove.

With relove, we're extending our products lifetime, one bag and journey at a time, cutting down on unnecessary waste and breathing new life into the meaning of circularity. We understand that as enduring as our products are, sometimes you fall out of love. Sometimes they don't quite fit your plans. And sometimes, you end up loving an item 'to bits' -literally! That's where relove comes in. We will find the best home for your used pieces either with customers, charities or repurposing or recycling

Giving Back

We are proud to continue the long term relationship we have with The Hope Foundation (HOPE), in particular during a year which marks the charity’s 25th anniversary. Every bag or accessory we sell and sets out on its journey, goes one step closer to enable HOPE to deliver its vision of "a world where it should never hurt to be a child" and help disadvantaged children on their journey to a better future. HOPE was established in 1999 to protect the rights of street-connected children in Kolkata, India. The charity’s mission is to ensure children’s basic rights and enhance their dignity through the provision of access to protection, healthcare, education, emergency response and livelihood skills development programmes. HOPE implements diverse, innovative and sustainable programmes to empower the most vulnerable and marginalised children and communities with the support they need to enjoy healthy, joyful lives – thus providing them with better opportunities for their
futures.


We pledge money from ouronline sales every quarter in 2024/25 to specifically fund our chosen project; HOPE's crèche programme, which
supports young children living in the Kasba slum community, who would otherwise be left alone for long periods of time while their parents are at work. The crèche provides pre-primary, non-formal
education to children aged 2-6 years, along with supplementary nutrition, growth monitoring, as per guidelines on Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) and crèche uniforms.


The project team in Kolkata identify and enrol children who are not accessing pre-primary or facilities for early childhood care and education. Kasba crèche provides pre-primary education and life-skill enhancement such as personal hygiene, communication, self-expression, protection, and motor skills. Look out for stories and updates in the coming months.

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    Leather Working Group

    We are committed to sustainability and quality, which is why we partner with the Leather Working Group (LWG) for sourcing all our leather materials. LWG is a global leader in responsible leather sourcing, ensuring that our materials are eco-friendly and ethically produced. Their rigorous standards and sustainable practices align with our mission to create durable, elegant travel accessories that are kind to the planet and enhance your journeys.

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    Recycled Canvas

    We are dedicated to sustainability and innovation, which is why we use factory waste recycled canvas for all our weekender, wash, and beach bags. This eco-friendly material is crafted from recycled factory waste, reducing landfill use and conserving resources. Our recycled canvas is not only durable and stylish but also embodies our commitment to creating high-quality products with minimal environmental impact. By choosing recycled canvas, we are able to offer versatile, sustainable travel accessories that support a greener planet.

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    Peach Skin Polyster

    We believe the interior of our travel cases should match the elegance and sustainability of their exterior. That’s why we use Peach Skin Polyester for our linings. Known for its ultra-soft texture, this fabric adds a luxurious touch to our cases. Beyond its sophisticated feel, Peach Skin Polyester is highly durable and eco-friendly, aligning with our commitment to sustainability. By choosing this material, we ensure that your belongings are enveloped in refined comfort, enhancing your travel experience with every use.

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    Recycled Polyester

    Sustainability is at the heart of our design ethos. By incorporating high-quality recycled polyester, we minimize waste and contribute to a circular economy, allowing our customers to embark on their journeys with both style and a clear conscience.

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    RPET

    RPET (Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate) is a sustainable material made from post-consumer plastic waste, such as used plastic bottles. It involves collecting, cleaning, and processing these plastic items to create fibres that can be used in textiles, packaging, and other products. The benefits of environmental impact: RPET helps reduce plastic waste and promotes recycling, diverting plastic from landfills and oceans.Energy Efficiency: Producing RPET uses less energy compared to virgin polyester, resulting in a lower carbon footprint.Resource Conservation: By recycling plastic waste, RPET reduces the need for petroleum-based raw materials, conserving natural resources.

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    Recycled Polycarbonate

    Recycled Polycarbonate is a sustainable material made by reprocessing used polycarbonate plastics, often from electronic waste or post-consumer products, to create new polycarbonate sheets or components. This material is used in hard-shell luggage to maintain strength and durability while reducing the environmental impact of producing new polycarbonate. Recycled polycarbonate helps reduce plastic waste by repurposing existing materials, minimizing the need for new resources and reducing landfill waste.

Not all the materials we use have the same environmental benefits such as blended cotton, vegan leather, and polycarbonate, We are on a journey to reduce the use of any material that has a detrimental impact on the environment with a target to have all non eco friendly materials removed by the end of 2025.