Given the important role your handbag plays in putting together your look, choosing the right handbag is often as important getting your clothes purchases right. In our extensive Lottusse leather handbag catalogue you are sure to find the right bag for you.
Size & fit: 21 x 25 x 10 cm
Handle length: 71 cm
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Mixed tanning.
Key features: Extraordinary leather hand-dyed through an artisan technique which makes each bag a unique and exclusive piece. Due to the hand-dyed process some tone variations may be detected, which it's a distinctive characteristic of the uniqueness and exclusiviness of each piece.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 21 x 25 x 10 cm
Handle length: 71 cm
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Mixed tanning.
Key features: Extraordinary leather hand-dyed through an artisan technique which makes each bag a unique and exclusive piece. Due to the hand-dyed process some tone variations may be detected, which it's a distinctive characteristic of the uniqueness and exclusiviness of each piece.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 21 x 15 x 4,5 cm.
Handle length: 100 until 130 cm.
Closure: Zipper.
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes which imitate the appereance of deerskin leather.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 21 x 15 x 4,5 cm.
Handle length: 100 until 130 cm.
Closure: Zipper.
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes which imitate the appereance of deerskin leather.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 25 x 19 x 10 cm
Handle length: 75 until 127 cm
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes an effect superficial stone.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 27 x 43 x 13 cm.
Handle drop: 17 cm.
Closure: Zipper.Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes which imitate the appereance of deerskin leather.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 21 x 15 x 4,5 cm.
Handle length: 100 until 130 cm.
Closure: Zipper.
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes which imitate the appereance of deerskin leather.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 25 x 19 x 10 cm
Handle length: 75 until 127 cm
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes an effect superficial stone.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 25 x 19 x 10 cm
Handle length: 75 until 127 cm
Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes an effect superficial stone.r.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 27 x 43 x 13 cm.
Handle drop: 17 cm.
Closure: Zipper.Raw material: Cowhide leather.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Resistant leather with matte finishes which imitate the appereance of deerskin leather.
Leather cleaning and care:
Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Size & fit: 20 x 13 x 4 cm
Handle length: 110 cm
Raw material: Lambskin.
Chrome tanning.
Key features: Washed nubuck with natural grain and sophisticated color depth.
Leather cleaning and care:
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Additional Information:
Prolonged exposure of the leather to direct sunlight can cause some degree discolouration.
Handbags are one of the oldest accessories; initially they were also used by men, and a wide range of features exists. The key features are:
- Straps: A fundamental feature that often determines the type of bag. You can find bags with two straps (the most popular style), bags with one strap (like the bucket bag), bags without straps (clutch bags) and even bags where the strap is an extension of the bag's own structure (hobo style).
The length of the straps is also important, as it determines the type of bag and, above all, how comfortable it is to use. For example, long straps that can be worn across the body are more comfortable, while the conventional handbag is very easy to carry.
- Fastenings: Different types of handbag may be fastened with one or more buckles, with drawstrings (as in Squaw bags), with a bow (Pompadour bag), with a ball clasp, with metal or magnetic clasps (the commonest option in clutch bags), with metal or non-metal buttons, with straps or with carabiners.
- Shape: This aspect is key to the style and elegance of the bag, as well as its suitability for a particular situation. The commonest shapes are the more rectangular style (clutch, for example), more rounded (saddle or hobo) and those tending to a square shape (like bucket bags).
The commonest styles of women's handbag are the following:
- Clutch: Usually small, rectangular with no handles and a metal clasp.
- Saddle: More rounded than the clutch, usually with straps, a flap and a metal clasp or buckle.
- Baguette: Rectangular and lightweight, usually with a strap and metal clasp, although models can be found with a buckle or zip fastener.
- Bucket: Normally square, with straps and drawstring.
- Hobo: It tends to be rounded, partly because of the handles, which form part of the bag's structure.
- Handbag: Usually rectangular, with two straps and a zip, magnetic or metal clasp, or no fastener.
- Shopping bag: Normally more square, with two straps and no fastener, although some models do include one.
These are the commonest types of women's bag, although, as ever in the world of style, there are numerous imaginative variations that defy classification. The size of the bag and the length of its straps determine its purpose and how comfortable it is to use and whether it is suitable for everyday use or more formal occasions. Taking all these factors into account will make it easier to make the right choice and find a bag that meets your needs.
These are the main points you should consider, although the final decision is always up to you.
- Colour: Although fashion rules used to dictate that your bag should match other garments or women's shoes, today's trends are more flexible.
- Size: Generally, the size of a bag can influence its suitability for elegant or more casual use. The smaller the bag, the more appropriate it is for elegant situations, while larger bags are more suitable for everyday or more casual occasions.
- Patterns: Try not to combine bags and garments with printed patterns.
- The length of the straps: The length of the straps determines how low the bag hangs. Very long straps may be unsuitable for a shorter woman.
To moisturise a bag, use a dry cotton cloth dipped in moisturising cream and apply it to the leather with circular movements. It is advisable to use a special moisturiser, such as the one provided by Lottusse when you purchase one of our leather bags. Other products may have an adverse effect. Once the cream has been applied, leave it to dry for half an hour and then brush carefully to remove excess and polish the leather.
The same care must be taken when cleaning a leather bag. Carefully remove stains with a moistened cloth. Do not dip the bag into water under any circumstances.