“Prison dorée”  CO-183

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

"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

Why are there "Near-Perfect" items and what are they?

As part of my sustainable view of the modern luxury fashion, creating as little waste as possible is central. You can learn more about this on my Soulful Values page.

Are your products authentic?

All my creations are numbered and come with an identity card that includes the type, model, version, number, detailed materials list, and care instructions.
I'd been working on a blockchain-based authenticity certificate, but I finally decided against it (for a host of reasons I might write an article about someday).

Do I need to register to make purchases on the online store?

It's not necessary to have an account to place an order on this website.

What's the difference between the 'Cogitations' and 'Intuitions' ranges?

These two ranges reflect two different creative intentions, but share the same level of care and craftsmanship.

Cogitations: these pieces carry something. They illustrate a reflection, stand for an idea, can spark a conversation. Feminism, heritage, ecology, identity... When you wear a Cogitations piece, you're making a statement — sometimes subtly, sometimes very clearly.

Intuitions: these pieces exist for pure pleasure. A colour that vibrates, a texture that draws you in, a graphic tension that knows how to stay elegant. No declared message — just the feeling. Guaranteed to give you a little thrill.

In both cases, I only create what I feel a genuine need to bring into the world. Not to please everyone: to speak to someone. Maybe you.

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After ordering a bag from stock, Charlotte realized it would be too small. I offered to make her a custom, larger version, and she sent me her baby wrap to transform.

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