“Liens”  CO-123

A messenger bag made from a black and white geometric pattern babywearing wrap, caramel leather, and red poplin.

"Cogitations" Range / Collection Love “Liens” is a micro-collection of two pieces, like a metaphor for the relationships we weave with our loved ones. Bravoure is one of these two pieces, directed towards those who identify as more “masculine.'

Its story

For Valentine's Day, I didn't want to go for the obvious hearts and excessive red, but rather evoke enduring bonds, using sustainable natural materials steeped in history.
I still wanted to maintain a certain duality, a contrast, as couples are rarely straightforward and serene unions.

So I chose two different models, one more “masculine” and the other more “feminine”.
And the textures and hues of a caramel upcycled leather jacket and a black and white bamboo babywearing wrap, bought on a whim, became evident.
A pair of bags for a pair of souls.

Bravoure is one of these two pieces, directed towards those who identify as more “masculine”.
A functional and unpretentious messenger bag, in a vertical format, accompanied by a comfortable and “sportswear chic” strap and adorned with a military-style “dog tags” decoration, which also inspired the bag's shape.

Perfect for the city and strolls, to carry the essentials (and a little more).

See “Passerelle”, the other half of this pair of pieces.

Caracteristics

  • Type: ‘Men’ Crossbody ;
  • Model: Bravoure ;
  • Dimensions: 17.5x28x7.5cm ;
  • a classic and functional shape ;
  • reasonable interior volume ;
  • numerous storage options: one zippered pocket, four card slots, and two patch pockets ;
  • double-slider zipper closure ;
  • worn with an adjustable shoulder strap.

Materials

  • Exterior: upcycled leather (jacket) and Yaro “Triggers Ultra Black-White Bamboo” babywearing wrap (70% cotton / 30% bamboo) ;
  • Interior: 100% cotton poplin ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing, Decovil Heavy, Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide).

This piece is based on the "Catalina" pattern by Oro Rosa Patterns.

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

Can I modify or cancel my order?

It's possible to modify or cancel an order within 6 hours of purchase. 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, I cannot cancel it. In that case, you will need to wait to receive it and then return it within 14 days of delivery, at your own expense, and I will refund you according to the terms outlined in the Terms and Conditions.

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).

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.

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.

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