Each bag tells a special story. “Newspapers are iconic and historic,” notes founder, Constance Carman. “I don’t know if people realize what a treasure they are. We are trying to create a green, unique, made in America product that means something special to its owner.”

Couture Planet®, a women-owned business in Lynn, Massachusetts, creates fashion‑forward handbags and accessories from 100% post-consumer newspaper. Our products are proudly MADE IN THE USA. Our statement-making bags, bearing headlines from the world of fashion, art, food, travel, sports, and much more, are available in a variety of styles and shapes. We invite you to explore our current collection online and at special events. We also welcome custom orders. 

Couture Planet® grew out of a recycling project in 2009.  Today we manufacture our product line from a sewing shop in Lynn, Massachusetts. Business partners and owners Kathy Cormier and Michelle Kane are fully committed to creating a sustainable product—and business—in the local Lynn community while expanding the parameters of the MADE IN THE USA movement. 

The City of Lynn has a long history as a manufacturing hub, and we aim to honor and grow this tradition. Our bags are sewn by talented artisans in our eco-conscious manufacturing facility. Our repurposed leather straps are made by a family-owned company here in New England. We employ the underserved and mentor students through a local jobs program. We are committed to connect, collaborate, and contribute to our community.

It is possible to be eco-conscious, fashion-forward, and support one's community. Our Couture Planet products represent upcycling at its best. 

Recycle, Reuse, Reduce… RETHINK.