“Chic & Choc” N° CO-181

A zippered pouch sewn with black faux leather, black and white sequined fabric, and gray denim.

125€

  • 1h30 of careful labor
  • 85% repurposed materials

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"Intuitions" Range / Theme Whimsy Play of lights and a concentration of contrasts come together in this small pouch, compact yet spacious.

Its story

This cute little clutch is both compact and spacious.
Playing with light between sparkling sequins, satin-like faux leather, metallic leather, and ultra-matte denim... a concentration of contrasts in an ultra chic and playful small format.

A piece of High Fashion fabric bought from a local couturier, a special garment faux leather scrap salvaged 2 years ago, and a dormant stock of High Fashion denim revived over 2 years ago... so different and therefore absolutely destined to be paired.
I had already planned a bag with this combination but I couldn't resist the temptation to test it on a smaller format. Now I am even more excited to make said bag!

“Chic & Choc” is one of the 5 pieces from the “Poisson d'Avril” (April's Fool) collection, born from an impulse when Shamballa Bags released this adorable pouch pattern that inspired me a lot. In search of whimsy, I got sucked in and immediately imagined the most incredible combinations of materials and colors:
✹ mirror leather, metallic bouclĂ©, faux leather, sequins, high-couture denim, synthetic fur, sequined tulle, cork on cotton, satin, linen

🎹 gold, rainbow, silver, copper, turquoise, sage, fuchsia


đŸ€© A feast for the eyes and the senses!

Also discover the other versions: “Gump”, “Prison dorĂ©e”, “Rainbows & Glitter”, “Triple Axel”.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Case ;
  • Model: Bloub ;
  • Dimensions: 16x8x8,5cm ;
  • Original and whimsical shape ;
  • Compact yet practical ;
  • Closure with a high-quality metal zipper.

Materials

  • Exterior: upcycled synthetic leather (end of roll), upcycled metallic cowhide leather scraps, upcycled sequin fabric (unknown composition), and upcycled couture denim (98% cotton / 2% elastane) ;
  • Lining: 100% linen canvas ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing.

This piece is based on the "Bartolo" pattern by Shamballa Bags.

Care, Shipping & Warranty

Care

Take good care of your piece: keep it away from direct light and humidity to preserve its colours, and stuff it rather than flatten it so it keeps its shape.
Care instructions specific to its materials are included on the ID card shipped with it.

Shipping

Shipped within 24 hours (except weekends).
With tracking and insurance, worldwide.
Free in France.
Would you rather collect your piece from the workshop (Saint-Just-Saint-Rambert, France) than have it shipped? Contact me before placing your order.

Warranty

14 days money-back guarantee,
2-year legal conformity warranty.
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Your testimonials

This bag is a work of art đŸ€©
Marie is an artist; she waits for the fabrics to speak to her, searches for the perfect color harmony, has an eye for extreme detail, and transforms luxury industry waste into unique pieces!
Thank you for your work, Marie â€ïžđŸ’™

Brindille D.-J.

THE BAG, WHAT TO SAY. Mind blown.
Finishes carefully considered at every stitch.
Lightweight, sturdy, very good quality materials, colors chosen with care and taste, everything is crafted with applied expertise, I love it.
It’s my first bag and surely not the last!

Irina R.

My bag is amazing, it’s a marvel of craftsmanship and inspiration. I never leave it, and it’s very practical and holds a lot of things. I love it.

MichĂšle L.

Common questions

What is the protective pouch included with the bags?

Every bag I create comes with a bespoke protective pouch, made by hand in my studio.

This isn't throwaway packaging — it's a permanent accessory, meant to be used every day to store your bag when you're not using it, protect it from scratches and dust, or keep it safe when travelling.

It's made in organic cotton satin, sewn to the exact dimensions of your piece, with an organic cotton drawstring to close it. It's branded Marie Alhomme.

For wallets, coin purses, and smaller accessories, I wrap the piece in tissue paper produced locally and sustainably (Papeteries de Montségur, Loire), rather than in a pouch.

Where do the fabrics and leathers used in Studio Créatif pieces come from?

As a rule, these are never the fabrics you entrust to me for a bespoke piece: those remain yours alone. The only exception: sometimes a client explicitly gives me her offcuts and asks me to find them a new life elsewhere. In that specific case, and only with her agreement, they may end up in a Studio Créatif creation.

Outside of these particular cases, Studio Créatif pieces come from my own research: rescued leathers, fabrics found at flea markets or second-hand, dormant stocks from luxury houses, offcuts from high-end leather goods... I choose and combine them following my inspiration of the moment, with no specific order behind them.

Find out more about my materials on the Soulful Values page.

Can I change my delivery address?

It is sometimes possible to change a delivery address as long as the order has not been shipped. To do so, please contact me as soon as possible via hello@marie-alhomme.com or by phone at +33(0)661356222.

Once your order has been shipped, it is no longer possible to make changes. In that case, you will need to contact the selected carrier as soon as possible (but with no guarantee of results).

"I like it, but I already have plenty of bags."

This one isn’t “just another bag”: it’s a true work of art with a soul and a story, not a simple accessory.

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