“Prison dorée” N° CO-183

A zippered pouch sewn with black cork, black voile with golden stripes, and golden metallic leather.

125€

  • 1h30 of careful labor
  • 95% repurposed materials

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"Intuitions" Range / Theme Whimsy Some prisons are meant to gladly stay in. A blend of contrasting textures and a symbiosis of noble materials, “Prison Dorée” (Golden Prison) is an ultra-chic small clutch, compact yet spacious.

Its story

This cute little clutch is both compact and spacious.
The glossy and matte, the shadow and light... a concentration of contrasts in an ultra chic and playful small format.

A piece of High Fashion fabric bought from a local couturier, cork on 100% cotton back made in small quantities in Portugal, scraps of metallic leather salvaged from a saddler-harness maker... the luxury of beautiful materials and textures combined with the sustainability of the approach and the virtuosity of the finishes.

“Prison Dorée” (Golden Prison) 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 bouclé, faux leather, sequins, high-couture denim, synthetic fur, sequined tulle, cork on cotton, satin, linen…
🎨 gold, rainbow, silver, copper, turquoise, sage, fuchsia…

🤩 A feast for the eyes and the senses!

Also discover the other versions: “Chic & Choc”, “Gump”, “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 metallic gold cowhide leather, black cork on 100% cotton backing, and a piece of synthetic veil with heat-bonded metallic gold strips ;
  • Lining: recycled satin (composition unknown) ;
  • 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 🤩
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 ❤️💙

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.

Michèle L.

Common questions

How long does it take for a custom piece?

The time it takes will greatly depend on the complexity of your request, the availability of components, and my schedule, which varies depending on the time of year. On average, expect between 4 and 10 weeks. The quote I provide will contain an accurate estimate of the timeline, and I commit to responding as accurately as possible to your requests, while respecting the creative and production process.

Where/How are they made?

I make all my products in my workshop in the city of St Just St Rambert in the Loire department (42). I use several machines depending on needs: a professional sewing machine, an industrial sewing machine, a serger, a press (for eyelets, rivets, etc.), an iron press, and a motorized skiver.

I carefully choose my technical supplies (interfacings, hardware, etc.) and some innovative materials (such as cotton-backed cork or silicon faux leather) from trusted suppliers.

My other fabrics and materials are mostly upcycled and come from renowned babywearing brands, dormant stocks from Haute-Couture/High-End houses (clothing and furnishings), scraps from High-End leather goods houses, as well as “seconds” from specialized boutiques (especially for faux leather) or from personal collections found at flea markets or on specialized second-hand websites.

Find out more about this on the Soulful Values page.

What are the payment methods and conditions?

Payment can be made in several ways:

  • Right away on the website, by credit card or PayPal: your order will be shipped immediately ;
  • In 4 installments with PayPal (on the website, subject to acceptance by PayPal): at no additional cost to you, and your order will be shipped immediately ;
  • Deferred payment by bank transfer (with direct contact according to your preferences): your order will only be shipped upon receipt of the full payment.
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