CRAFTED WITH INTENTION
Woven By Hand.
Inspired by one of Italy's most enduring leather-working traditions, woven leather celebrates craftsmanship at its finest. Individual strips of LWG-certified premium Italian calf leather are carefully interlaced by skilled artisans before each bag is assembled, creating a finish that is both beautifully textured and exceptionally durable.
It's a slower, more meticulous way of making leather goods, one that honours generations of expertise and results in a timeless piece that earns its place your everyday life.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Woven leather is one of Italy's most time-honoured leather craft techniques. Each bag is created by hand-weaving individual strips of premium calf leather to form the finished panel, which is then carefully reinforced, then assembled.
The process is highly skilled and incredibly time intensive, requiring exceptional precision, consistency and years of experience. Only a small number of artisans have mastered this specialised craft, with the expertise traditionally passed down through generations. It's this remarkable craftsmanship that gives woven leather its distinctive texture, beautiful movement and enduring appeal.
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To keep your woven bag looking its best, we recommend the following:
- Store it in its dust bag when not in use.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, rain and excessive moisture.
- If the leather becomes wet, gently pat dry with a soft cloth and allow it to air dry naturally.
- Avoid overfilling the bag, as this can alter its shape over time.
- If needed, clean gently with a soft dry cloth.
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Absolutely. While woven leather has a beautifully soft, relaxed feel, it's designed to be enjoyed every day.
Traditional leather weaving has long been valued not only for its craftsmanship but also for the strength and flexibility it creates. By interlacing individual leather strips into a reinforced panel, artisans produce a construction that is both durable and supple.
Handcrafted from premium Italian calf leather, our woven bags are made to be used, loved and enjoyed every day. Like all fine leather, treating your bag with care will help preserve its beauty for years to come.
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Yes. Because every woven panel is crafted entirely by hand, no two bags are ever completely identical. Small variations in the weave are part of the beauty of handcrafted leather and reflect the artisan's touch.
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The main difference is the finishing process.
Our original Washed Woven bags were washed after weaving, creating an ultra-soft, relaxed and drapey look from day one.
Our new Woven Collection isn't washed, resulting in a cleaner, more refined silhouette while still retaining the beautifully soft feel of our premium Italian calf leather. As you wear it, the leather will naturally soften and develop its own relaxed character.
Both collections are handcrafted in Italy using the same artisanal weaving techniques and LWG Certified calf leather.
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Yes. All VESTIRSI leather is sourced from Leather Working Group (LWG) Certified tanneries, which meet high environmental and ethical standards for leather production.
The Leather Working Group is the world's leading organisation for responsible leather manufacturing, assessing tanneries on areas such as water usage, energy consumption, waste management and chemical handling.
By choosing leather from LWG Certified tanneries, we're supporting more responsible leather production while continuing to use the beautifully soft, premium Italian leather we're known for.
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Every VESTIRSI woven bag is handcrafted in Italy by skilled leather artisans.
Each strip of leather is individually cut, carefully prepared and then hand-woven before being reinforced and transformed into the finished handbag. The weaving process alone takes many hours and requires exceptional precision, making it one of the most labour-intensive forms of leather craftsmanship.
It's a technique that has been refined over generations and one we're proud to continue supporting through our family-owned Italian manufacturing partners.
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All VESTIRSI bags are handmade in Italy, the birthplace of the world's finest leather. While we are an Australian brand, our heritage is deeply tied to Italy and we are proud to partner with the best Italian artisans to handcraft all VESTIRSI Italian leather bags.
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Your order will be shipped from our warehouse in Brisbane, Australia. While we aim to dispatch orders within 24 hours, please note there may be small dispatch delays during busy periods.
Thank you for your patience.
For an urgent dispatch, please reach out to hello@shopvestirsi.com and our Customer Concierge will assist you. -
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