5 Designer Handbags That Will Stand The Test Of Time

Investing in a designer bag that stands for a long time is among the most intelligent expensive purchases you can make. Classic styles such as the Chanel Classic Flap and Hermes Birkin hold a high resale value and are an impressive piece.

The Princess loves Smythson's sleek and minimalist style, and has several of the Scottish brand's bags, at last count. Find crossbody and tote bags made using thick hide leather.

Hyde & Hare

Founded by Piers Dickinson, Hyde & Hare offers a selection of unique bags and clutches made from natural cowhide. The company is dedicated to sourcing top quality hides in a responsible manner, making sure that their products are ethically created and will stand the test of time.

Jam Love's designers Jam Love focus on superior quality and attention to detail. Their leather handbags are meticulously crafted from high-quality materials, and are designed to be versatile and long-lasting. They are a great choice for those who want to add a touch of elegance to their wardrobe.

Kate Sheridan's distinctive style in her designs ensures that each piece stands out. She blends traditional British fabric and design with a touch of playfulness and imagination, creating pieces that embody the spirit of the brand. The brand has a strong commitment to UK manufacturing, and each product is made in their studio in The Arlingham in Gloucestershire.

Jane Hopkinson designs a range of luxurious designer leather bags that are carefully handcrafted in England. Her collection includes signature bags like the clutch bag, crossbody bag, mini, shoulder, and tote. She also has a range of purses that are inspired by nature and feature an organic, soft style. Her attention to detail can be seen in the intricate piping she employs and the fastenings that she puts on her bags.

Hettie

If you are a fan of the elegance of British design and craftsmanship then look no further than Hettie. The brand of handbags offers bags that are both stylish and practical with a focus on sustainability. They make use of premium materials to create their bags and are committed to supporting local artisans. Each bag is meticulously designed and is a reflection of hand-crafted craftsmanship.

The Hettie handbags are distinct from other bags. They come in various sizes and styles, ranging from small purses to huge totes. Bags are made from a variety materials, including plaid and canvas. They are extremely durable and can be paired for any occasion. In addition, they are available in a variety of patterns and colors.

The Gold Hettie is the brand's most recent bag. It can be utilized in three different ways: as clutch bag, crossbody bag or grab bag. This bag is a great accessory for any elegant night out or party. The Gold Hettie can be worn as a chic day-to-night bag.

The LUXAC is a combination of a handbag with the function of a rucksack. The sturdy and thick leather creates a bag that will last for a long time. The LUXAC also has an anti-slip feature to keep the bag in its place. Moreover, it is made of the highest quality local materials and crafted by a group of highly skilled craftsmen and women.

Taylor Yates

Established by the mother-daughter duo Karen and Ellen Yates, the understated luxury brand is focused on familial values as well as social responsibility and sustainability. Their abstract minimalistic bags are designed in Ireland and where a lot of their inspiration comes from the surroundings of the North Coast. Taylor Yates uses leather that is a by-product from food production. The leather is then ethically dyed, and then handcrafted into their bags.

Karen's passion to make a difference in the world elevates the brand past its aesthetics and into a place of ethical business and positive impact. The brand is proud to support Women for Women International. Every six sales will fund women through its holistic training programme that lasts an entire year, giving her the tools to earn and increase self-esteem.

The future is bright for this family-run business after the opening of their first bricks-and mortar pop-up shop in Banana Block, on Belfast's Newtownards Road. Each design is named after the woman who inspired it, and Karen and Ellen's strong feminist ethos is evident throughout their exquisite range.

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

Pedal & Brass

Pedal & Brass offer a collection of designer handbags that are designed to be stylish and practical. Their range of bags are sustainably made using a wide assortment of fabrics such as Harris Tweed, Tartan and Borders Tweed. They have different sizes and shapes to fit your needs, from large backpacks to shoulder Bags hobo bags, tote Bags.

The brand was created by a mother-daughter pair. They design and create bags that are modern yet still blend into their family's lifestyle. Their collection of designer bags includes waterproof storage bags as well as reversible shopper bags, and the ideal laptop bag. The bags are made with love in Hertfordshire. They also provide a variety of accessories, such as leads and collars for pets as well as card holders. They make use of thick hide leather from a British saddlery and traditional tannery tools and techniques.

Owen Barry

Owen Barry is proud to make exquisitely designed accessories such as handbags, bags, and lifestyle items made of leather suede, cowhide, and leather. They have been creating and manufacturing sheepskin and leather products from their traditional workshops in Street, Somerset for over 70 years. Cindi Barnstable is Owen Barry's daughter and she is a passionate and love for the heritage and tradition of her family.

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

The range of leather and shearling bags at Owen Barry is truly outstanding, there are many different styles to pick from. The particular bag we've photographed is the Fibbel, a stylish and practical bag that is simple to carry around. It has a large external slip pocket that's ideal for keys, passports or travel docs, plus a deep interior BOSS Men's Open Green Zip Compact Reporter Handbag pocket to store all those important things that you need to keep secure and Designer Handbags Sale safe.

The bag is adorned with a stunning turquoise blue sheepskin interior, and the leather trim is brown. It's the sort of bag that you would wear with a formal outfit to really stand out and add a hint of glamour. The particular model is priced at PS170 and you can purchase it directly from the Owen Barry website or through local independent stockists, like us here at Cosyfeet!