Canopy Verde

The idea of starting my own product line dawned on me one spring afternoon while I was flipping through an issue of Dwell magazine.  Inspired by the abundant creativity of all of these entrepreneurs, many of whom focused on design and sustainability, I started to daydream about how I could bring innovation and fresh ideas to a market that truly resonated with me.  Daydreaming led to sketches, business plans, and endless brainstorming sessions and with a background in apparel design, handbags became my focus.

Canopy Verde was born a few months later (coincidentally, around the birth of my first child).  The brand has continued to evolve since its 2008 debut, but the equal focus on design and sourcing remains.  We continue to take a thoughtful approach in balancing the desire for beautiful accessories, the mission to make a more responsible handbag, and the goal to offer it at a price point that is accessible to all.  The newest collection is made with organic cotton, animal-free “leather”, OEKO-TEX approved dyes, and chemical-free embroidery.

We hope you will love the feel of the signature wood details and the pop of orange that greets you every time you open your Canopy Verde bag.  We draw inspiration from a variety of sources, from nearby Prospect Park in Brooklyn where we are based, to mid-century Danish design, which I have always loved.  Canopy Verde is not about the next trendy “it” bag.  It is about creating something that is classic, well-designed, and lasts season after season.