“Perpétuelle” N° CO-129

A shoulder bag made with off-white, raspberry, orange, and coral babywearing fabric, featuring a poetic pattern of hot air balloons and dancers, and plum leather.

"Cogitations" Range / Collection Memory This piece is laden with emotions, as it speaks of lost friendship and unfinished dreams. Its shape reminds me of a hug, the one I wish I could give to my friend who left us too soon. Its colors are among her favorites, and she loved the poetic and dreamlike motif of the flap's fabric. I wanted/needed to pay tribute to her.

Its story

This piece is laden with emotions, as it speaks of lost friendship and unfinished dreams. Its shape reminds me of a hug, the one I wish I could give to my friend who left us too soon. Its colors are among her favorites, and she loved the poetic and dreamlike motif of the flap's fabric. I wanted/needed to pay tribute to her.

I had found the leather in the dormant stocks of the luxury industry for a custom-made order for which it was not ultimately chosen in favor of others selected on the same day, so it had been waiting for its opportunity since then. Given the richness of its color and texture, soft and smooth, I knew it would be exceptional. I assembled the scraps to reach the necessary size.
For the lining, the handle, and the strap, I took out extremely soft pure linen cushion covers whose color matched perfectly with the rest.

I knew that with this pattern that had caught my eye several months earlier, I had an alliance that would do her honor. I genuinely think she would have liked this bag.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Shoulder Bag ;
  • Model: Étreinte ;
  • Dimensions: 30.5x24x14cm ;
  • harmonious and warm lines ;
  • compact yet highly practical ;
  • outside, a slip pocket under the flap ;
  • inside, a zip pocket and a slip pocket ;
  • closure with a zipper ;
  • a stylish and comfortable handle, an adjustable and removable strap ;
  • can be carried by hand, over the shoulder, or as a crossbody.

Materials

  • Exterior: Léora babywearing fabric “Rêverie Avenir” (85% cotton / 15% linen) and high-end leather ;
  • Interior: 100% linen canvas ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing, Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide).

This piece is based on the "Brighstone Bag" pattern by Lavender & Twine.

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 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.

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.

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).

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