Canopy Verde Willow Bowler

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Canopy Verde was born in Fall 2008 with seven styles ranging from clutches to weekenders, all made of organic cotton and bamboo blend fabric, chrome-free leather, OEKO-TEX 100 certified dyes, and chemical free embroidery. �In creating Canopy Verde, I wanted to be very thoughtful about any component that was put into the bag as well as the construction methods, �she explains. �Special attention was paid to everything down to the lining and the dyeing process.�

Willow Bowler
An updated version of the classic bowler. A touch of whimsy can be found in the details, from the orange lining to the wood trims. Embroidered with an organic wave pattern. Offered in four colors.

Earth-friendly materials & construction:
* Organic cotton and bamboo blend fabric and lining
* Leather tanned without harmful chrome
* OEKO-TEX certified dyeing
* Chemical-free embroidery

Additional Features:
* Front pocket for small items
* Open back pocket for magazines and newspapers
* Interior pockets � one zippered, two open for all your accessories
* Wooden �feet� on bottom panel

Dimensions:
* 15�W x 12�H x 4�D
* Strap Drop: 6.5�

Price $199.00

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For Canopy Verde founder Linda Wong, her interest in living green started at a young age. As the child of traditional Chinese parents, she learned never to waste�and could often be seen sporting her brother's hand-me-downs to school. This �waste-not� attitude continued through high school in Taipei, where she insisted friends use fewer plastic bags when they shopped and earned her the nickname �bag police.�

After settling in the U.S., Linda�s bag fixation evolved to include bags of a different variety and led to stints at Cole Haan and Fila. There she learned the nuts and bolts (and straps and buttons) of bag construction and design. After managing the accessories category for seven seasons at Fila, Linda felt the time was right to launch her own brand of handbags � one that reflected her �modern meets earth-friendly� philosophy.

about the brand:
Canopy Verde was born in Fall 2008 with seven styles ranging from clutches to weekenders, all made of organic cotton and bamboo blend fabric, chrome-free leather, OEKO-TEX 100 certified dyes, and chemical free embroidery. �In creating Canopy Verde, I wanted to be very thoughtful about any component that was put into the bag as well as the construction methods, �she explains. �Special attention was paid to everything down to the lining and the dyeing process.�

Given Linda�s Chinese roots and her upbringing in Taiwan, it is personally meaningful for her to have the opportunity to encourage Chinese manufacturers to be more environmentally responsible. �Working with my current factory, I�ve found that the best way to improve environmental practices is by showing them the market opportunity of eco-friendly products,� she says. In addition, all of Canopy Verde�s materials are sourced locally, which helps to eliminate the transportation impact and also spurs demand of Chinese-made eco-friendly materials.