5 Designer Handbags That Will Stand The Test Of Time

The purchase of a designer bag that stands for a long time is among the most elegant luxury purchases you can make. Classic styles such as the Chanel Classic Flap and Hermes Birkin hold a high resale value and can be a statement piece.

The Princess has owned a variety of bags from the Scottish brand Smythson. Find crossbody and tote bags made of thick hide leather.

Hyde & Hare

Hyde & Hare, founded by Piers Dickinson, offers a range of unique clutches and bags made from natural cowhide. The company is dedicated to sourcing top quality hides responsibly and ensuring that their products are ethically made and will stand the test of time.

Jam Love designers are known for their focus on detail and their superior craftsmanship. Their leather handbags, made of high-quality materials and designed to last for a long time, are expertly constructed. They are a great choice for those looking to add a touch of class to their wardrobe.

Kate Sheridan's distinctive touch to her designs ensures that each piece is distinctive and draws the eye. She combines traditional British fabric and design with a touch of humour and imagination creating pieces that reflect the spirit of the brand. The company is committed to UK manufacturing, and all products are made in the studio of The Arlingham, Gloucestershire.

Jane Hopkinson creates a range exquisite designer leather bags which are meticulously handcrafted in England. Her collection is characterized by distinctive styles like the clutch mini, crossbody tote, shoulder and crossbody. She also has bags that have an organic, soft style that is inspired by nature. Her attention to details is evident in the intricate piping and fasteners she puts on her bags.

Hettie

Hettie is the ideal choice for those who love the elegance and craftsmanship of British design. The brand of handbags has a variety of bags that are both functional and stylish, with an emphasis on sustainability. The bags are constructed from premium materials and they support local artisans. Each bag is thoughtfully designed and conveys the essence of handcrafted craftmanship.

Hettie handbags appear and feel different from other bags. They are available in different styles and sizes, from small purses to huge totes. The bags are also made of a variety of fabrics including canvas and plaid fabric. They are extremely durable and can be used for any occasion. They are also available in a variety of designs and colors.

The Gold Hettie is the brand's most recent bag. It can be utilized in three different ways such 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 is also a great choice for a day-to-night outfit.

The LUXAC is a combination of a purse and the functionality of the rucksack. Its bespoke leather is thick and durable, which makes it a durable bag that will last you for a long time. In addition to this it also LUXAC comes with an anti-slip feature that keeps the bag in place. Moreover, it is made using the best local materials and crafted by a team of skilled craftsmen and women.

Taylor Yates

The luxurious brand with a minimalistic design was founded by mother-daughter pair Karen Yates and Ellen Yates. It focuses on values of family, social responsibility, and sustainability. Their minimalist and abstract bags are designed in Ireland, where much 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, later responsibly tanned and hand made into the Taylor Yates bags.

Karen's passion for social change elevates the brand above its aesthetics to a place of ethical business and positive impact. The brand is proud to support Women for Women International, with every six sales transitioning to fund a woman survivor through the charity's holistic year-long training programme, giving women the tools to earn money and rebuild their confidence and self-esteem.

With the debut of their first bricks and mortar pop-up at Banana Block on Belfast's Newtownards Road, it seems the future is bright for this family run business. With each design named after the women who inspired them, Karen and Ellen's strong female ethos is evident in the beautiful range.

We spoke with the mother-daughter team about how their business started, the inspiration behind the designs, and the sustainability.

Pedal & Brass

Pedal & Brass offers a variety of designer handbags that are both stylish and practical. Their bags are created sustainably by using a range of fabrics that include Harris Tweed and Borders Tweed. There are a variety of sizes and shapes that match your lifestyle. From large backpacks to shoulder Bags to bags for totes Bags and hobo Bags.

The brand was founded by a mother and daughter duo. They design and create bags that are modern yet fit in with their family's lifestyle. Their collection of designer handbags london bags includes waterproof storage bags, reversible bags for totes and the perfect rucksack to carry your laptop. They handcraft their products with love in Hertfordshire. They also provide a variety of accessories, such as leads, pet collars, and card holders. They make use of hide leather that is thick from a British tannery as well as traditional saddlery tools and techniques.

Owen Barry

Owen Barry takes great pride in the creation of exquisitely made leather, sheepskin and cowhide accessories, handbags and lifestyle products. Since the beginning of time they have created and produced sheepskin and other leather items from their traditional workshops located in Street, Somerset. Cindi Barnstable is Owen Barry's daughter and she has a deep passion and a love for the history and tradition of her family.

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

Owen Barry has a wide range of leather and sheepskin handbags. There are a variety of styles to pick from. This bag is the Fibbel. It's a fashionable practical bag that is easy to carry. It features a large slip pocket on the outside that is ideal for passports, keys, or documents for travel, as well being a large zip pocket inside for all your important items.

The bag has a gorgeous turquoise blue sheepskin inside and a brown leather trim. This is a bag you would choose to wear with formal outfits to stand out and add a little glamour. The model we have is priced at PS170 and you can purchase it directly from the Owen Barry website or through local independent stockists, such as us here at Cosyfeet!