Bags & Handbags

The interesting end of this department is the work that is still done by hand: potlis and clutches embroidered with zardozi or mirror work, jute and cotton totes, and leather from Kanpur and Chennai, which have been leather towns for well over a century. Alongside that there are the practical Indian brands making everyday backpacks and cabin luggage.

If you care about leather specifically, the listing will tell you whether a piece is genuine leather or a synthetic. We would rather you knew which you were buying, and vegan and synthetic options are described as such rather than dressed up.

Questions people ask

Is the leather real?

Each listing states it plainly. Where a bag is synthetic or vegan leather we say so rather than calling it leather, because the difference matters to people on both sides of it.

Can I take one of these as cabin luggage?

Cabin size limits differ by airline and by route, so please check the dimensions on the listing against your airline's own allowance rather than relying on the words cabin or carry on.

Will I be asked to pay customs or duties when it arrives?

No. Shipping and duties are both settled at checkout, so the total you see there is the total you pay. Nothing is collected at your door.

Which countries do you ship to?

We ship from India to the United States, Canada, the United Arab Emirates and Australia. Your shipping options and the final total are shown at checkout once you enter your address.

What if something arrives damaged?

Send us photographs at [email protected] within seven days of delivery and we will make it right with a full refund or a free replacement, whichever you prefer. You do not need to ship the item back.