“Vanille Melba”  CO-070

A shoulder bag made from babywearing wrap with a gradient from orange-yellow to pink, with a pointillist star pattern, and white synthetic leather.

285€ 336€

  • 3h30 of careful labor
  • 60% repurposed materials

"Intuitions" Range / Theme Geometry A bright and intricate piece that symbolizes femininity: fresh, joyful, chic, sophisticated, and strong. A functional and emotional shoulder bag.

Its story

A bright and intricate piece that symbolizes the duality of femininity.
On one side, the closeness of babywearing through the use of a ring sling, evoked by the draping of the fabric that envelops the bag's body. On the other, the often society-imposed need to return to professional activity, represented by the highly functional format with a central compartment that is shallow but large enough to carry documents or a laptop.

This pattern was a natural choice for me, given my years of carrying my two children (I still carry my 3.5-year-old, although it's becoming increasingly sporadic).
I also wanted to step out of my aesthetic comfort zone by working with colors that I don't usually prefer. I like orange but not so much the pink of the babywearing wrap, and I've always been “afraid” of white.

The result is both fresh, joyful, chic, sophisticated, and strong... like women.

Can be paired with the Mini Wallet with Zip “En Ville”.

Caracteristics

  • Type: Shoulder Bag ;
  • Model: Port'Émoi ;
  • Dimensions: 27x38x7cm ;
  • simple and original shape, reminiscent of babywearing ;
  • thin but large enough to hold a 13-inch laptop ;
  • inside, one zip pocket and a double slip pocket ;
  • closure with a zipper ;
  • handle protected by metal strap ends, attached with professional rivets ;
  • worn over the shoulder.

Materials

  • Exterior: Oscha Slings babywearing fabric “Starry Night Melba” (80% cotton, 20% linen) and synthetic leather (76% PVC 2% Polyurethane 22% Polyester) ;
  • Interior: 100% cotton poplin ;
  • Interfacing: 100% cotton interfacing, 100% polyester foam.

This piece is based on the "Felouque" pattern by Sacartonne.

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.
Learn more about your rights.

Near Perfect?

Reduced price (normally 336€) to compensate for the 3 small discreet stains on the back (see last photo).


Your testimonials are
my guiding thread

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.
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Common questions

How can I track my order?
You will receive an email upon shipment containing the tracking number and a link. Of course, you can contact me at any time if you have questions.
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 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 Of Services.

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