“Origins” N° CO-207

A shoulder bag made of brown goat leather, blue and mustard wax fabric, and mustard-yellow lining.

1013€

  • 13h of careful labor
  • 65% repurposed materials

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"Cogitations" Range / Collection Femininities Breasts, the cradle of humanity. A bold yet practical bag paying tribute to our origins — a piece created in the spirit of inclusion and representation.

Its story

Breasts — the cradle of humanity.
With this third piece in the triptych on Femininity (completed by “Summer Body” and “Pink October – Redux”), I wanted to rethink representation in fashion and art, far from the usual clichés, and pay tribute to the origins of Woman (and yes, of Man too).

This series of bags explores women’s bodies through a pattern that, for three years, has reminded me of a bikini — without my knowing what to do with it — until this concept suddenly made it all clear.

For this version, I looked for a leather shade reminiscent of dark skin, while being careful to avoid any clichés. The goal was not to make a “leatherwork blackface” but to step away from a Eurocentric approach.
Once again in this series, the leather is not upcycled, as I couldn’t find the right tone among my usual sources. The wax fabric comes from a fellow seamstress, and the lining was made from an upcycled cushion.
Once more, I sculpted two breasts from high-density foam scraps bought from an upholsterer.

Thus was born this bag — elegant and functional — that celebrates tradition and modernity in the same breath.

Also discover the other versions: “C'est ASSE(z) !, 1”.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Shoulder Bag ;
  • Model: Isocèles ;
  • Dimensions: 30x24x11cm ;
  • Geometric lines ;
  • Large, practical volume ;
  • Inside: one zippered pocket and one slip pocket ;
  • Closure with metal zipper ;
  • Metal bag feet ;
  • Can be carried by hand or on the shoulder with two straps.

Materials

  • Exterior: grained goat leather, upcycled wax cotton fabric (100% cotton), upcycled upholstery foam ;
  • Lining: upcycled 100% linen canvas ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton fusible, Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide), Texon.

This piece is based on the "Alaula" pattern by Lavender and 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

What are the delivery timeframes?

All orders (excluding custom orders) are shipped within 24 hours (excl. week-ends and public holidays). The delivery time then depends on the chosen shipping method (Mondial Relay or Colissimo) and the delivery location (France or abroad). Delays may occur due to reasons beyond my control (e.g., related to the carrier).

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.

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.

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 MontsĂŠgur, Loire), rather than in a pouch.

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