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316 The Bergendy Bag. MAINE TULIP AND EMBOSSED LIZARD LINING LEATHER

316 The Bergendy Bag. MAINE TULIP AND EMBOSSED LIZARD LINING LEATHER

Regular price $ 155.00 USD
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The Bergendy Bag is our take on the classic tote bag and inspired by the arched architecture in Morocco.  An oval base makes it deceptively roomy while the angled opening is both ergonomically comfortable to enter and gives it a unique shape. 

This limited edition bag is made with a handwoven strap from the Bagobo women, an indigenous peoples in Southern Philippines.  It is made with the abaca plant (a type of banana) and dyed with natural vegetable dyes.  Sourced from my Papa for the Great Women Project by The Leather Collection

It has 2 patch pockets on the outside.

Our Zero Waste goals bag series are priced at cost to help broaden access to ethically made, sustainable goods.  The designs are made to make best use of our shoe leather offcuts for unique combinations that are often one of a kind pieces.

Closure:

  • brass zipper closure with leather pull

Strap:

  • 27" drop, top to base

Hand cut and sewn in Barcelona. 

Dimensions: Handmade bags can have variations on dimension, but generally

11"x5" base

9.5" short height, 16" tall height

Note: There are natural variations in textures and shades in our full grain leathers.  

 

Character: This is veg tan leather unlike any we have seen.  While the leather is structured from it's veg tannage, the tannery's special tumbling process makes the leather soft and supple, topped with the extra step of ironing the surface while keeping the body and pliability.  It is skivved down especially for us to midweight leather ideal for all seasons, then we add another process to add an even more supple feel.   Some parts of the hide are more pebbled, while others are smoother...but in general, most hides are smooth.  Please indicate if you have a preference.

Care: Darker colors can be conditioned or cleaned with a shoe wax as well. Lighter colors should be cleaned and conditioned lightly with saddle soap. Be sure to test a small area prior to using.

This leather is from a tannery in the Tuscan region of Italy. They make only 100% Vegetable Tanned leathers and bear the Pelle Conciata al Vegetale in Toscana mark which are the strictest standards in traditional leather tanning and environmental standards. Their labor standards are also certified.

    There are inherent variations in natural leathers, handmade manufacturing, and local sourcing.  Color and texture variations can vary within the same hide.  Different monitors can also display colors differently.  You may indicate any preferences in tone or texture in the Notes to Shoemaker section if you are looking for something specific so we can do our best to accomodate.

    For our other leathers, check out our Current Leather offerings here

      Our insoles are cut from a thicker vegetable tanned leather than typical shoes to help with breathability and shock absorption. 

      The midsole, which serves as the chassis for a shoe, is also made of a vegetable tanned soling leather sourced from the US and Spain (we never use the typical factory cardboard).  The material is also ideal for bacteria and odor prevention and great shock absorption. 

      Between the soles is a layer of cork.

      Our soles are sourced from a family run sole manufacturer in Portugal in an area reknowned as one of the shoemaking capitals in Europe. Our soles and heels are made of Italian vegetable tanned leather. The heels are stacked leather or wood, no hollow plastic core heels, and rubber slip resistance.  

      We manufacture in Europe so have highest standards in glue safety, toulene free.

      Makers: Our shoemakers are the absolute heart of our work. Handmade to order shoes require a deep understanding of the leather as it is being stretched and formed around the mold, of patterns and materials.  Read more on our small and wonderful team of craftsmen here.

       

      Please keep in mind that handmade shoes and bags takes hours and hours of physical labor. With that in mind, shoes and bags can be returned or exchanged within 14 days of receipt in original condition.
      Please don't order multiples simply to find your size as each is handmade to order.
      Shoe fittings should be done on carpet or a towel.
      As stated in our shop policies, shipping is non-refundable and sale items are FINAL SALE, but exchanges are always shipped to you for free for full priced shoes.
      Store credits are always issued with shipping fully credited for your next purchase.
      Any return shipments should be insured and tracked.

      Current Shoemaking Time : please refer to the banner heading on the website

      US orders: All US orders are shipped to you from the US.  No duties or additional taxes are due.

      EU orders: All EU orders are shipped to you from Spain.  VAT is paid upon order and no tarriffs are due.

      NON EU International shipments: Customs fees, duties, and return shipping are the responsibility of the purchaser and the amount and collection is at the discretion of your home country.  European countries outside the EU zone will have their shoes ship from Spain.  If you fail to pay the customs fees to your country's customs office, we reserve the right to subtract the additional shipping to receive the goods back from your local customs office.

      Returns outside the EU or USA should be returned back to USA.

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