Eco Chic
You can look great and do good!
With the introduction of the new Moza Collection, Dsenyo is making diligent efforts to use sustainable fibers, low-impact dyes and reduce waste. Our herringbone trim is 100% organic hemp, the lining fabric is an organic cotton/hemp mix and the reinforcing canvas is 100% organic cotton from the US. To reduce waste, Dsenyo composts its organic scrap material and will re-purpose the African textile scraps for future products. Keep your eyes out for those!
By purchasing a Dsenyo handbag or accessory you are doing good for people and the planet.
Old for New
Dsenyo offers a recycling program for you, our eco conscious customer. Our “Old for New” recycling program lets you send back your used Dsenyo bag and receive a 10% discount on your next purchase. We will reuse, recycle and compost materials in the old purse. Just send back your old handbag or accessory with a receipt for your new bag to Dsenyo, and receive a 10% rebate for the new purchase. You can also choose to donate your 10% rebate directly to the community development projects that Dsenyo supports in Africa. This program is a way to help our customers stay up to date on the latest Dsenyo styles and close the loop in our production model, practicing good environmental stewardship. We wouldn't want it any other way!
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Ingredients of a Dsenyo Handbag
African textiles
- 100% conventional cotton
- Hand-painted and hand-dyed fabrics sourced directly from African artisans
- Commercially printed fabrics sourced from independent women-owned businesses in Malawi
- All remnants are re-purposed for other product
Burlap Trim
- 100% jute fiber
- Sustainable
- Sourced from Malawian vendors
Herringbone Trim
- 100% hemp
- Sourced from China
- Sustainable
- Biodegradable
Lining Fabric
- 100% certified organic cotton canvas (change purse, wristlet, hobo, satchel, swing bag)
- ------ Sourced from the USA
- ------ Sustainable
- ------ Bodegradable
- 100% Malawi cotton (all other products)
- ------ Sourced from Malawi
Canvas Support
- All bags are reinforced with 10oz canvas for durability
- 100% Certified Organic Cotton (certificate available upon request)
- Sourced from the USA
- Sustainable
- Biodegradable
Hang Tag
- 100% recycled paper fiber
- Hemp chord
Zipper
- Conventional
- Sourced in the USA
Hardware
- Conventional
- Sourced from China
- Re-use hardware from purses returned in the Old for New program
Dsenyo Label
- Conventional
- Sourced in the USA
Environmental Benefits of Hemp
Hemp is a fast growing plant that produces over 250% more fiber than cotton.
The Hemp plant's strong roots anchor and hold the soil helping reduce soil erosion, while also building and preserving the subsoil structure. Hemp doesn't exhaust soil like cotton. It shed's it's leaves throughout the growing season adding rich organic matter to the soil helping retain moisture.
Hemp fibers can be used to create fabrics that have the warmth, softness and durability of linen but feels like flannel. It is more durable than other fibers and can be used 2-3 times longer than other fibers. In addition, hemp fabrics hold their shape extremely well and aren't as prone to stretching and bagging. Overall, hemp fabrics are said to "wear in, not wear out." Over time, hemp gets softer but maintains it's strength.
There are a lot of misconceptions about hemp and it's use for apparel and other products. First off hemp is not marijuana. Hemp is a cousin of marijuana and comes from the same Cannabis Hemp plant. There is a distinct difference between industrial hemp and plants grown for drug use. If you want to learn more about hemp and its uses please visit Hemp Traders.
Environmental Benefits of Organic Cotton
Conventionally grown cotton is one of the most chemically-dependent crops, using 10% of all agricultural chemicals and 25% of insecticides in the world. In addition, conventional cotton farming uses 5% of the world's arable land which is more than any other crop per unit (Organic Exchange). Additionally, many deaths are attributed to conventional cotton farming and several cancer causing chemicals and pesticides are used in the process (WHO).
Organic cotton is grown without pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, chemical fertilizers or any other chemicals making it better for the planet and for the people producing the crop. Organic cotton also uses less water since it relies on natural freezes for defoliation.
Organic Exchange is playing a major role the organic cotton movement. They are a great resource and if you are interested in learnig more about organic cotton, we highly recommend visiting their website.
