“Empuissancement” N° CO-114

A shoulder bag made of caramel cowhide leather and a gradient-colored babywearing wrap with motivational texts and icons in white.

291€ 862€

  • 11h30 of careful labor
  • 70% repurposed materials

"Cogitations" Range / Collection Femininities “Empuissancement”, an ultra-luxury bag with high-end materials and precise finishing. A work of art that represents women, reflecting both their power and delicacy, sophistication and simplicity.

Its story

“Empuissancement”, an ultra-luxury bag with high-end materials and precise finishing.

Becoming a mother made me rethink my vision of women, their condition, and their abilities.
I needed to create a work of art that would reflect both their power and delicacy, sophistication, and simplicity.

This pattern embodies all of that, and I've been waiting for almost 2 years to make it, mainly because I wanted to be skilled and equipped enough to ensure a result that lives up to the expectations, but also because I was waiting for the right fabric.

When I discovered this wrap with such powerful messages, it was the final missing piece of this puzzle.
I combined it with the nearly finished beautiful certified organic leather and a lovely thrifted linen canvas.

With this bag, you'll have all the presence you need to shine in both meetings and social gatherings.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Shoulder Bag ;
  • Model: Oh, Champs ÉlysĂŠes ;
  • Dimensions: 28x27x16cm ;
  • simple shapes and generous dimensions ;
  • luxury metal handles ;
  • one zip pocket and one divided slip pocket ;
  • can be hand-carried, worn on the shoulder, and even as a crossbody.

Materials

  • Exterior: certified BioKreis/IVN/Ecarf cowhide leather and Roar babywearing wrap “You're the best - Summer Vibes” (100% cotton) ;
  • Interior: 100% linen canvas ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing, Jeffytex, Decovil Light (42% polyester - 35% viscose - 23% polyamide), and washable Kraft-Tex paper.

This piece is based on the "5th Avenue Handbag" pattern by Maggy 55.

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 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.
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.

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.

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.

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