Unfortunately, the birds where those feathers come from are treated horribly too. I hate that it's become popular again. There are a few cruelty-free feathers from when the bird would naturally moult, but they have to be sought out.
The other option is faux feathers.
Rory (my yorkie) has a rat tail growing off her her actual tail! Her tail was docked way too close, and her coat is very slow growing. She has this little tuft of hair under her tail that finally grew and I refuse to cut it or have it trimmed even. I'm so attached to it!
Toms have been very popular for a few years now where I've lived (Atlanta and Philly area). I've also got a Longchamp tote - I used it for my work bag and still really like it, but I also don't mind spending more money for designer purses and shoes. I've never really cared what other people spend on things as long as they aren't asking me to pay for it!
I really never got the appeal of the DB bags and most of the monogram Coach stuff, but to each his own. I guess that is kind of the point of expressing yourself through your clothes and accessories.