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Canadian vegan-leather bag and accessories brand founded in Montreal in 1995, committed to animal-free and recycled materials.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Matt & Nat is a Canadian brand whose name derives from MAT(T)ERIAL and NATURE, an idea that came to life in 1995 in Montreal. The brand lives by the motto "live beautifully" and states it is committed to not using leather or any other animal-based materials in its designs. It experiments with recycled materials such as nylons, cardboard, rubber, cork and windshield resins, and since 2007 has used linings made solely of 100% recycled plastic bottles. Its collections include vegan backpacks, crossbody bags, totes, weekender bags, briefcases, shoulder bags, footwear, belts, wallets and other accessories, and can be found in over 800 boutiques across Canada, the United States, the UK, Japan, Germany and Australia.

History

The idea for MAT(T)ERIAL and NATURE came to life in 1995 in Montreal, and the brand operates under the motto "live beautifully". It states it has and will forever be committed to not using leather or any other animal-based materials in its designs. Each season it explores innovative ways to improve its sustainable and eco-friendly approach while producing high-quality and timeless products. Over the years it has experimented with recycled materials such as nylons, cardboard, rubber, cork and now windshield resins, and since 2007 it has been committed to using linings made solely of 100% recycled plastic bottles. The brand states it recycles over 9 million plastic bottles annually in the manufacturing of its bags, and its collections can now be found in over 800 boutiques across Canada, the United States, the UK, Japan, Germany and Australia.

Products and positioning

Vegan, cruelty-free and eco-friendly accessories brand using recycled materials.

  • ERIKA Vegan Crossbody Bag - Purity

  • RIYA Vegan Clutch - Vintage

  • ARIES Vegan Backpack - Vintage

  • DEAN Vegan Backpack - Vintage

  • BRAVE Vegan Backpack - Purity

  • BEE Vegan Crossbody Bag - Purity

  • SAM Vegan Crossbody Bag - Purity

  • PAIR Vegan Crossbody Bag - Purity

  • CENTRAL Vegan Wallet - Purity

  • HILEY Vegan Crossbody Bag - Loom

Sources4 sources

  1. 1Matt & Nat Canada | Vegan Leather Bags & Accessoriesmattandnat.com
  2. 2Our Story | Matt & Nat Canadamattandnat.com
  3. 3Matt & Nat Gift Card | Matt & Nat Canadamattandnat.com
  4. 4Women's - All Products | Matt & Nat Canadamattandnat.com

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