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The fascinating history of plant material
For millennia, humanity has sought resistant, flexible, and durable materials to make clothes, accessories, and everyday objects. Among them, plant-based fibers and skins have always played an important role, long before modern industry offered synthetic alternatives. Ancient origins The earliest traces of the use of plant materials date back to several civilizations. The peoples of Central and South America transformed agave and cactus fibers to create clothing and bags, while in ancient Asia, the bark of certain trees was used to make protective gear and utilitarian objects. These traditional techniques... Read more...
Our commitments: elegance, ethics and innovation
In a world where fashion changes at lightning speed, it becomes essential to make conscious choices. At Ashoka Paris, we believe that elegance and responsibility can perfectly go hand in hand. Every creation of our house is based on this conviction: it is possible to design refined accessories without compromising ethics or the environment. 100% animal-free fashion Our primary commitment is to offer animal-free fashion. We use neither leather, nor wool, nor silk. Instead, we rely on innovative and sustainable alternatives, such as apple leather or mushroom leather. These materials... Read more...
Sac végétal vs sac animal - comparaison Ashoka Paris
What is the impact of a plant-based bag compared to an animal leather bag?
The impact of a vegan bag: where leather goods meet ethics and innovation At Ashoka Paris, leather goods are not just about elegance and style: they are also an ethical... Read more...
Le guide du sac parfait selon votre style de vie - Ashoka Paris
The perfect bag for your lifestyle
At Ashoka Paris, we know that a bag is more than just an accessory: it reflects your personality, adapts to your needs, and accompanies you on all your adventures, whether... Read more...
Le Printemps chez Ashoka Paris – 4 pièces vegan incontournables - Ashoka Paris
Spring at Ashoka Paris – 4 essential vegan dishes
Spring is that magical period when nature awakens and the energy of renewal inspires us to create, act, and reinvent ourselves. At Ashoka Paris, this season rhymes with responsible style... Read more...
Cuir vegan : quelles matières sont utilisées chez Ashoka Paris ? - Ashoka Paris
Vegan leather: what materials are used at Ashoka Paris?
Vegan leather goods have evolved considerably in recent years. Today, there are innovative alternatives to animal leather, made from plant-based or recycled resources . At Ashoka Paris , the choice... Read more...
Est-ce que les sacs Vegan sont vraiment résistants ? - Ashoka Paris
Are vegan bags really durable?
In recent years, the fashion world has witnessed the emergence of an unmissable trend: vegan bags. Made without any animal-derived materials, these accessories appeal to ethical and environmentally conscious consumers.... Read more...
Le vegan-chic : la tendance mode à adopter en 2026 - Ashoka Paris
Vegan-chic: the fashion trend to adopt in 2026
Fashion evolves, and with it, our consumer choices. In 2026, one trend stands out in particular: vegan-chic . Combining elegance, ecological awareness, and ethics, this style redefines luxury and sophistication... Read more...
Pourquoi choisir la maroquinerie vegan ? - Ashoka Paris
Why choose vegan leather goods?
Leather goods have long been synonymous with luxury, elegance, and artisanal craftsmanship. But behind this image lie practices that no longer align with our contemporary values: animal exploitation, environmental impact,... Read more...
Nouveauté : veste Sophie - Ashoka Paris
New: Sophie jacket
New ethical fashion item: the Sophie jacket by Ashoka Paris We are delighted to present the Sophie jacket , our new flagship piece from the 2026 collection. Much anticipated by... Read more...
Nouveau coloris d'écharpe Joséphine - Ashoka Paris
New Josephine scarf color
Softness, Pearl Grey & vegan elegance Let yourself be seduced by The Josephine scarf , an exceptional piece that combines elegance, comfort, and ethical awareness. Available in its magnificent new... Read more...
Manteaux en fourrure à la demande - Ashoka Paris
Fur coats made to order
VEGAN FUR REINVENTED: OUR MADE-TO-ORDER COATS At Ashoka Paris , vegan fur is reinvented to offer a unique experience. Our coats are now made to order , crafted exclusively for... Read more...
Better than fur - Ashoka Paris
Better than fur
VEGAN FUR: chic and responsible With the return of cooler temperatures, it's time to rethink our winter wardrobe. At Ashoka Paris, we celebrate uncompromising elegance, and vegan fur is the... Read more...
Histoire des sneakers Matéo - Ashoka Paris
History of Mateo sneakers
AN ETHICAL SNEAKER BY ASHOKA PARIS The Matéo is not simply a sneaker. It's a work of design, a meeting of innovation, expertise, and commitment. Born from a collaboration with... Read more...
La rentrée avec Ashoka Paris - Ashoka Paris
Back to school with Ashoka Paris
ELEGANCE AND ETHICS IN EVERYDAY LIFE Back to school is the perfect time to breathe new life into your daily routine. At Ashoka Paris , we believe that a bag... Read more...
Sneakers mateo de nouveau disponibles de la taille 35 à 48 chez Ashoka Paris
Vegan sneakers restocking
THE LONG-AWAITED RETURN In the world of sustainable fashion, some essentials transcend seasons without ever losing their appeal. Ashoka Paris vegan sneakers are among them. Good news: our flagship models... Read more...
Nouvelle Edition - Ashoka Paris
New edition
DETAILS THAT MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE At Ashoka Paris , we believe that every detail counts . That's why our must-have collections are back today with a new lease of... Read more...
La Collection Lézard - Ashoka Paris
The Lizard Collection
The Mini-Paname and the Zippered Card Holder are back in a new version. Lizard print, Uppeal™ bio-sourced, three bold colors — blue-grey, red and black. A limited edition that combines... Read more...
La Collection Bambou, une collection inédite - Ashoka Paris
The Bamboo Collection, a unique collection
ASHOKA PARIS unveils its first bamboo collection, A first in France, a further step towards ethical and innovative fashion. At Ashoka Paris , innovation is more than just a word:... Read more...
Nos Belles Affaires: Notre Collection à Ne Pas Manquer - Ashoka Paris
Our Great Deals: Our Collection Not to Be Missed
At the house of At ASHOKA PARIS, we believe that elegance and conscience can go hand in hand. With this in mind, we created Great Deals , a unique collection at... Read more...
Comment Sont Fabriqués Nos Sacs à Main Chez ASHOKA PARIS ? - Ashoka Paris
How Are Our Handbags Made at ASHOKA PARIS?
At ASHOKA PARIS, each bag tells a story. A story of creation, commitment, and craftsmanship, reflecting our vision of responsible and conscious fashion. All our designs are imagined and designed... Read more...
NOTRE NOUVELLE COLLECTION DE PORTE-CARTES EN CHAMPIGNON 🍄 EST EN LIGNE ! - Ashoka Paris
OUR NEW COLLECTION OF MUSHROOM CARD HOLDERS IS ONLINE!
Ashoka Paris becomes the first French brand to offer products made from Mylo™, a revolutionary material created from mushroom mycelium. A limited edition capsule collection of card holders handcrafted in... Read more...
Nos premières sneakers sont en ligne ✨ - Ashoka Paris
Our first sneakers are online
That's it, our first shoes are available online! Made in Portugal, high-top sneakers, low-top sneakers, running, they are available in innovative, biosourced and/or recycled materials, we spent a lot of... Read more...
La nouvelle collection MARILYN est en ligne - Ashoka Paris
The new MARILYN collection is online
Our new creation Marilyn, handmade in Portugal, is now available. Must have of the season, it comes in 4 versions, Amazone Lizard black, Oxymore black, Oxymore camel and Amazone Leopard... Read more...
Kromatik : notre nouvelle collection tout en couleur ! - Ashoka Paris
Kromatik: our new colorful collection!
Discover our brand new Kromatik line! A colorful, vibrant, stylized and current collection that carries our values: the love of leather craftsmanship and respect for the planet and all those... Read more...
Nos blousons MADE IN PARIS - Ashoka Paris
Our jackets MADE IN PARIS
You discovered and approved them, last April during the Veggie World, our jackets are now available on our site. It's a very small production, there won't be enough for everyone,... Read more...
ASHOKA PARIS lance la Matéo, sneaker écoresponsable et vegan - Ashoka Paris
ASHOKA PARIS launches the Matéo, an eco-responsible and vegan sneaker
-David MATEO- During the Veggie Word Paris which was held on April 2 and 3, the ASHOKA PARIS team had the pleasure of exhibiting its latest creations and in particular... Read more...
Rendez-vous entre les pinceaux d’Adélaïde et la mode vegan d’ASHOKA PARIS - Ashoka Paris
Meet Adelaide’s brushes and ASHOKA PARIS’ vegan fashion
ASHOKA PARIS launches a collection of jackets for men and women. We wanted to favor local production and we found a manufacturing workshop in Paris, with great know-how. We wanted... Read more...
LANCEMENT SHOPPING BAG ✨Ashoka Paris x Pamela Anderson ✨ - Ashoka Paris
SHOPPING BAG LAUNCH Ashoka Paris x Pamela Anderson
The Pamela Shopping bag is available! Latest bag from the full Apple Skin capsule collection co-created with committed star Pamela Anderson. It's a large shopping bag with an original clasp... Read more...
DES MATIÈRES BIOSOURCÉES ET RECYCLÉES - Ashoka Paris
BIOSOURCED AND RECYCLED MATERIALS
Since the beginning of the Ashoka Paris adventure, we have wanted to source the most ecological materials possible. We believed in the Apple Skin and, 4 years ago, we were... Read more...
Joyeux anniversaire, Kate ! Quel cadeau PETA a-t-il envoyé à la Duchesse de Cambridge ! - Ashoka Paris
Happy birthday, Kate! What a gift PETA sent the Duchess of Cambridge!
January 2020. For the Duchess of Cambridge's birthday, PETA chose an apple leather bag that won an award at the PETA Fashion Awards 2019. A gesture that places vegan leather... Read more...
Sac Eclipse en Apple skin - cuir de pomme
Ashoka Paris presents the first French high leather goods bag in apple
April 2018. Ashoka Paris unveiled a material that would redefine high-end vegan leather goods: Apple Skin, produced from apple peels from the orchards of Bolzano, transformed into exceptional plant-based leather... Read more...
Premier Veggie World ! - Ashoka Paris
First Veggie World!
On April 7 and 8, 2018, Ashoka Paris made its debut at Veggie World—an opportunity to unveil the very first French apple leather bag and to meet a community that... Read more...
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