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Phrases like conscious, sustainable and eco-friendly are frequently used in today’s world. However, they can be coined under the guise of greenwashing (where companies convey a false impression about their environmental benefits).
If you’re trying to shop more consciously, it’s important to research where your purchases are coming from, so you don’t end up financially supporting a company that you may not necessarily support ethically. As a brand built on sustainable foundations and a mission to create products built to last a lifetime, we understand the impacts of shopping sustainably, and why it’s so important.
Purchasing a sustainable product is about more than what it’s made of. When dyeing materials, many man-made, chemical processes are used, which you might want to avoid if you’re looking for a more mindful shopping experience. When it comes to our luxury leather bags and accessories, we honour a centuries-old sustainable method that’s been trusted by our partners for decades. Our tanning process is fully natural and organic. Chestnuts and bark from a chestnut tree are ground into a fine powder and soaked into fine-quality hides, which rest in large wooden barrels for two months. We will never use chemical tanning – though this can be completed in as little as two days, we believe that it takes time to create a truly unique, high-quality product.
Another consideration is whether you’re purchasing from a company that participates in the Circular Economy model. This is a system where materials never become waste – products and materials are kept in circulation through processes like maintenance, reuse, refurbishment, recycling and remanufacture. This tackles global challenges, such as waste and pollution, by eliminating the usual linear process of making a product and throwing it away. At Maxwell-Scott, our luxury leather is sourced with an eco-conscious ethos. We only use full-grain leather which is a byproduct of the food industry, and all water and waste involved in our manufacturing process is recycled at our family-run atelier in Italy.
If you buy cheap, you buy twice. A phrase that rings true, as we’ve all learnt one way or the other, is the idea that opting for low-cost items can eventually lead to additional expenses in the long run. These kinds of products enforce the throwaway fashion culture, mass-produced with inferior construction and materials that will end up in landfills. Investing in high-quality items that are more durable, and crafted with skill with circular materials, often proves to be a wiser decision. Take our luxury leather bags and accessories, for example, each one is hand-crafted by skilled artisans with full-grain leather. Backed by a 25-year warranty, we’re confident in the value and durability of our materials, and that our luxury products will stand the test of time. On the off chance you may require it, we offer an in-house, professional repair and restoration service for wear and tear as an alternative to new purchases. This way, you can trust your cherished keepsake is in safe hands as we extend its life and minimise waste. With Maxwell-Scott, you’ll find a lifelong companion rather than a throwaway piece you’ll have to replace every couple of years.
Commit to being more present and mindful in the choices you make when spending your hard-earned money. When you purchase a product, you’re investing in the brand behind it, that’s why we understand how important it is to be transparent about our sustainability practices and our plans for the future.
At Maxwell-Scott, we’re always striving to become more sustainable, from our packaging to the energy consumption of our atelier. When you shop Maxwell-Scott, you can rest assured that you’ll be shopping sustainably, making conscious purchases on lifelong investment pieces that will minimise your environmental impact.