The Everyday Bag Brands To Know
The Everyday Bag Brands To Know

The Everyday Bag Brands To Know

There's no reason a good, everyday bag should cost the earth. These days, there are plenty of contemporary labels offering stylish designs at a reasonable price, that are also kind to the planet. Here are the ones we rate...
Images: @LITTLELIFFNER; @FLATTERED; HEREU
Lucy Tote Bag, £188.30 (was £269)
Lucy Tote Bag, £188.30 (was £269)

Flattered

Flattered’s pieces are a symbol of craftsmanship – all the bags are individually made by artisans who have passed their skills down through the generations. Its commitment to quality actively combats the fast-fashion approach – trust us when we say these bags will stand the test of time.

Visit Flattered.com

Cabas Bag, €650
Cabas Bag, €650

Aesther Ekme

Determined to create the perfect shoulder bag, Aesther Ekme considers every detail. Its minimalist bags take the contours of the body as their main inspiration, while the quality of the materials used results in bags that will last a lifetime. 

Visit  AestherEkme.com

Elleme

Taking its name from the French ‘elle aime’, meaning ‘she loves’, Elleme’s understated bags are crafted from supple leather and adorned with 18k gold hardware. The designs are also available in alternative materials, such as shearling and raffia, for those looking to add some texture to their wardrobe.

Visit Elleme.com

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@hereu

Hereu

Underpinned by a Mediterranean sensibility, Hereu takes a laidback approach to fashion, which explains why its basket bags and canvas totes are the perfect accompaniment to any summer wardrobe. Handcrafted in Spain, these bags are perfect for long summer days.

Visit HereuStudio.com

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Manu Atelier

Influenced by their childhood and their father’s interest in leather craftsmanship, Beste and Merve Manastir created Manu Atelier to preserve his legacy and offer designs relevant to the modern woman. The handcrafted designs are brought to life by quality materials, while the company’s zero-waste policy ensures the most environmentally effective outcome.

Visit Uk.ManuAtelier.com

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Little Liffner

Little Liffner’s Scandiavian designs incorporate structural shapes and carefully crafted details, ensuring the bags work hard in your wardrobe. Both playful and practical, these pieces are timeless in their design and their quality.

Visit LittleLiffner.com

Advene Design

Advene’s bags are both beautiful and practical. The hero style – the Age – is shaped like an elegant triangular pouch but comes with the functionality of a bucket bag. Everything is produced in family-run factories in Spain and Italy, and with the entire process was certified climate neutral in 2022.

Visit AdveneDesign.com

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Nothing Written

Designed to take you from the workplace to a formal dinner, Nothing Written’s bags are characterised by simple shapes and ease of use. Designed in Seoul, Korea, its mission is to transcend trends and create classic collections that reflect its minimal aesthetic.

Visit En.Nothing-Written.com

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