About Us
At James&Co brands, we’re redefining fashion, accessories and lifestyle with products made exclusively from sustainable materials—no plastic, 100% plant-based, and timeless in design.
Our journey has been one of transformation, innovation, and resilience. Since our launch in 2012, we’ve undergone remarkable pivots, always staying true to our mantra: “I do not give up.”
Originally, James&Co began as both a B2C and B2B brand, specializing in women’s vegan and cruelty-free faux leather jackets and accessories (see some images below). From the outset, our mission was clear: to seamlessly blend style, sustainability, and ethical practices.
As awareness grew around the environmental impact of synthetic "vegan leather," we made a bold decision—discontinuing our plastic-based jackets and accessories.
Recognizing the potential of emerging plant-based fabrics, James&Co transitioned to a 3-brand model, introducing sustainable materials such as washable paper, cork leather, organic textiles like cotton and hemp.
To refine its focus, James&Co restructured into three specialized brands:
- James&Co – continuing to develop premium, plant-based, plastic-free leather alternatives in washable paper and tomato leather.
- CORKSTORE – dedicated exclusively to cork-based products.
- Earth Totes – specializing in organic textile-based offerings.
This strategic separation enables each brand to sharpen its niche, catering more effectively to sustainability-conscious consumers and businesses seeking eco-friendly alternatives in their respective product categories.
We offer our unique products both to wholesale buyers via this website and direct to consumers.
Our Earlier Stylish Products - discountinued due to use of vegan leather.
Books about concerns for the environment due to plastic fashion, accessories, lifestyle
For more of the story of the James&Co beginning, how and why our brand's products do make a difference for the future of our planet, read the books written by our founder Anne Hurley and available on Amazon:
For The Planet By 2030: We Need To Switch To Sustainable Alternative Leather.
