In an industry-first innovation set to streamline handbag and accessory production, Coats Footwear has introduced a groundbreaking kit concept that consolidates all essential structural components into a single box. This pioneering solution is a cornerstone of Coats’ new ‘Lifestyle Solutions’ range, designed to support manufacturers of high-end, premium, and affordable luxury bags worldwide.
Coats Footwear’s Lifestyle Solutions portfolio empowers handbag brands and manufacturers with unmatched creativity and functionality in materials. The collection features precision-engineered structural components, luxury fillers, high-performance threads, and yarns—all combining fashion, durability, and sustainability in one comprehensive offering.
The ‘bag in a box’ kit simplifies supply chains and inventory management by delivering all structural elements and fillers required for handbag production in one shipment. This holistic sourcing approach not only enhances product consistency and quality but also provides greater transparency around the environmental footprint of individual bag components.
Manufacturers can customize their kits to meet specific design and production needs, selecting from Coats Footwear’s extensive range of eco-friendly reinforcement materials. Typical kits include components for shoulder straps, handles, bag bottoms and sides, interior separators, gussets, and flaps. Clients can choose to receive materials for a single bag or bundle parts for multiple designs in one box. Additionally, the Lifestyle Solutions range offers premium threads, lining fabrics, foams, and outer materials to complement the structural elements.
Bryan Whitfield, VP of Sales – Brands at Coats Footwear, said: “Our Lifestyle Solutions range has transformed how fashion handbags and accessories are made—making the process simpler, more sustainable, and refined. Our ‘bag in a box’ kit is a true game-changer, allowing manufacturers to source all their bag-making materials in one seamless package. At Coats Footwear, we constantly push creative boundaries by inventing materials that perfectly balance function, performance, aesthetics, and sustainability. The positive feedback we’ve received affirms the impact of this innovative approach, and we’re excited to help brands bring new seasonal and capsule collections to life more efficiently.”
Key innovations within the Lifestyle Solutions range include:
RX V 5000: An eco-friendly thermoplastic reinforcement crafted from GRS-certified recycled wood and polymers, offering durable structure and shape retention while lowering the carbon footprint.
Cyclea: A breakthrough material repurposing leather waste into a high-performance reinforcement, closing the loop on manufacturing scraps.
Coats EcoVerde Threads: The world’s first 100% recycled, GRS-certified premium threads made from post-consumer PET bottles, combining strength with sustainability.
Ultrasoft: A recycled polyester non-woven material delivering superior abrasion and tear resistance, quick recovery after kneading, and excellent breathability.
Pyroflex: A tear-resistant, thermo-adhesive coated reinforcement that bonds firmly to leather and synthetics, ideal for high-stress areas such as stitching and eyelet placements.
Powerflex: A breathable, highly elastic TPU-based reinforcement with a stretchable thermo-adhesive coating, designed for easy application on knitwear, bags, and elastic materials.
Coats Footwear’s commitment to quality, functionality, and style ensures that every material in the Lifestyle Solutions portfolio enhances craftsmanship and durability, making it an indispensable partner for handbag manufacturers dedicated to producing beautiful, long-lasting products.
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