Long English Purse

Tumblegrain is a full vegetable-tanned cowhide, soft and tactile yet reassuringly hard wearing. A deep tannage enhances the unique qualities of the hide and encourages the development of a rich patina over time.
Surface scuffs and scratches can be rubbed away with a finger or a soft cloth.

The hides have been drummed (tumbled in drums while they are still wet) to develop a textured appearance.
Some parts of the hide will naturally get more textured than others. These are characteristics we embrace, and that is lost in imitation printing or embossed leathers.

To read more about vegetable tanning, please visit Designer’s Diary

Dark Tan a good, deep, mid-brown tan. Because this is fully vegetable tanned, and each hide is different, colours may vary slightly. The overall colour will soon ‘blend’ as the product develops it’s own patina with use.

If you’d like to learn more about inked edge construction, please visit Designer’s Diary

Handmade for us in Florence, our signature hardware is crafted in solid brass, and then lacquered to prevent tarnishing. Read more about solid brass in Designer’s Diary

Our lining is specially woven for us in Italy from 50% cotton for a superior handle, and 50% polyester for durability. It is finished with a practical, water-resistant backing. Read more in Designer’s Diary

Made in Switzerland by the world’s best zip makers, these zips are engineered to run smoothly and endure the test of time. To learn more, please visit Designer’s Diary

It may seem extravagant, but a leather lining offers the ultimate resistance to abrasion from coins.

No corners cut, the leather lining in our coin pockets is the same as the outer, blending seamlessly and adding a touch of luxury that maybe only you will appreciate.

A little extravagance, this detail requires clever pattern making and generous leather cutting.

One of the many touches that quietly sets our products apart.

In our signature rhubarb colour and subtly branded, our boxes are handmade with a ‘linen’ textured finish. Each item is carefully wrapped in tissue before boxing and is tied with our linen ribbon.

Please visit our ’Spa’ page for more information on how to care for your Bown leather goods.