5 Designer Handbags That Will Stand The Test Of Time

A designer bag that is designed to last for years is a smart purchase. Classic styles such as the Chanel Classic Flap and Hermes Birkin are resales with a high value and act as a statement piece.

The Princess is a fan of Smythson's sleek and minimalist style, and has many of the Scottish brand's bags at last count. Find crossbody and tote bags made of thick hide leather.

Hyde & Hare

The brand was founded by Piers Dickinson, Hyde & Hare offers a variety of unique bags and clutches made from natural cowhide. The company is dedicated to sourcing top quality hides responsibly, ensuring that their products are ethically produced and will last for a long time.

Jam Love's designers Jam Love focus on superior quality and attention to detail. The leather bags are expertly made from top quality materials, and are designed to be versatile and long-lasting. This makes them a great option for those looking to add a touch elegance to their wardrobe.

Kate Sheridan's distinctive touch in her designs ensures that each piece stands out. She blends traditional British fabric and design with a touch of playfulness and designer Handbags Used imagination creating pieces that reflect the spirit of the brand. The company is committed to UK manufacturing and all items are made in the studio of The Arlingham, Gloucestershire.

Jane Hopkinson creates a range exquisite designer Handbags used leather bags that are expertly made in England. Her collection includes signature bags such as the clutch bag, crossbody bag, mini, shoulder, and tote. She also has bags that have an organic, more soft design that are influenced by the natural world. Her attention to detail can be seen in the intricate piping she uses and the fastenings she uses on her bags.

Hettie

If you love the elegant look of British design and craftsmanship then look at Hettie. This handbag brand has many bags that are both functional and stylish and focuses on sustainability. They make use of premium materials for their bags and are committed to supporting local craftsmen. Each bag is carefully created and embodies the essence of craftsmanship.

Hettie handbags are unlike any other bag you've seen before. They are available in different sizes and styles, from small purses to big totes. The bags are also made of a variety of fabrics, including plaid and canvas fabric. They are incredibly durable and can be paired for any occasion. Additionally, they are offered in a variety of colors and patterns.

The Gold Hettie is the brand's most recent bag. It can be utilized in three different ways: as a clutch bag, crossbody bag, or grab bag. This bag is ideal for a glamorous event or night out on the town. The Gold Hettie can be worn as a stylish night-to-day bag.

The LUXAC is a unique blend of the style of a handbag with the practicality of the rucksack. Its thick and sturdy leather creates a bag that will last for a long time. The LUXAC also has an anti-slip feature that keeps the bag in the right place. It is also made from the finest local materials and designed by skilled craftsmen.

Taylor Yates

The understated luxury brand was founded by mother-daughter duo Karen Yates and Ellen Yates. It focuses on family values as well as social responsibility and sustainability. Their abstract minimalistic bags are made in Ireland which is where the majority of their inspiration comes from the surrounding environment of the North Coast. The leather they choose to use is sourced near to home, as a byproduct of food production, and then carefully tanned and then hand-crafted into the Taylor Yates bags.

Karen's passion for social change takes her brand beyond its aesthetics and into an environment where ethical business and positive impact are the standard. The brand is proud to support Women for Women International, every six sales are used to support a woman who has survived through the charity's year-long holistic education program, which gives women the ability to earn a living and rebuild their confidence and self-esteem.

The future looks bright for this family-run business with the opening of their first bricks-and-mortar pop up in Banana Block, on Belfast's Newtownards Road. With each design named after the women who influenced them, Karen and Ellen's strong female spirit is evident throughout the stunning collection.

We spoke to the mother-daughter duo about how the business started, their motivation behind each of their designs and what sustainability means to them.

Pedal & Brass

Pedal & Brass offers a range of handbags designed by renowned designers that are stylish and practical. The bags are produced sustainably using a variety of fabrics that include Harris Tweed and Borders Tweed. They have different shapes and sizes to fit your needs from large backpacks to shoulder Bags, hobo bags and tote Bags.

The company was started by a mother-daughter duo. They design and create bags that are contemporary, yet still blend into their family's lifestyle. Their designer handbags large bag collections include waterproof storage bags, reversible bags for totes and the perfect rucksack for your laptop. The bags are made with love in Hertfordshire. They also offer a range of accessories, including leads, pet collars, and card holders. They make use of the thick hides of the British tanning factory and traditional saddlery techniques as well as tools.

Owen Barry

Owen Barry takes great pride in creating exquisitely made leather, sheepskin and cowhide accessories, handbags, and lifestyle products. They have been creating and manufacturing sheepskin and leather items from their original workshops in Street, Somerset for over 70 years. Cindi Barnstable is Owen Barry's Daughter and she is a passionate and a love for the heritage and tradition of her family.

They collaborate closely with tanneries in order to ensure that they only make use of skins that are ethically sourced and eco sustainable. The skins are treated and dyed before being cut, shaped and then hand-crafted into the beautiful bags we see at Cosyfeet.

Owen Barry has a wide selection of sheepskin and leather handbags. There are a variety of styles to choose from. This is the Fibbel. It's a stylish, practical bag that's easy to carry. It features a large slip pocket on its exterior that is ideal for keys, passports or travel documents, aswell having a spacious zip pocket inside for everything you need to carry.

The bag has a gorgeous turquoise blue sheepskin interior and the leather trim is brown. This is the type of bag you would choose to wear with formal clothes to make it stand out and add a touch of class. The particular model is priced at PS170 and you can buy it from the Owen Barry website or through local independent stockists like us here at Cosyfeet!