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DeMellier is designed in London and handcrafted in Europe, in trusted family-run workshops in Spain. The leather is sourced from Italian tanneries certified gold-rated by the Leather Working Group, the highest environmental standard in the industry. So a DeMellier bag is a British design, made by hand in Spain, in certified Italian leather.
For a brand at this price, that level of provenance is unusual, and it is a big part of why DeMellier has built such a loyal following.
Designed in London
The house was founded in London by Mireia Llusia-Lindh in 2010, and the design studio is still based there. Llusia-Lindh built the label after strategy roles at Burberry and LVMH and an MBA from Harvard Business School, with a clear brief: modern, structured bags made to a high standard and priced fairly.
Handcrafted in Europe
Production sits with small, skilled workshops in Spain, the same region that makes leather goods for several of the larger houses. Each bag is assembled by hand, which is how DeMellier keeps its clean lines, its signature lock, and its structured shape consistent across the range.
Leather Working Group gold-rated leather
The leather is the headline. DeMellier uses calf leather from Italian tanneries that hold the Leather Working Group’s gold rating, which audits water use, energy, and traceability. It is the same certification the established luxury brands rely on, and it is the reason the leather feels substantial and wears in rather than out.
Made responsibly, with a give-back
DeMellier describes its pieces as ethically and sustainably made in Europe. The brand also funds vaccines and treatments to help save the life of a child in need with every bag sold, through its A Bag, A Life programme in partnership with SOS Children’s Villages. Provenance and purpose are built into the same bag.
Where to buy authentic DeMellier
Shop authenticated DeMellier at Luxury Shoes , verified before dispatch and shipped worldwide. Browse the DeMellier collection, and go straight to shoulder and crossbody bags and tote and top-handle bags. To pick a model, read our best DeMellier bags guide, and for the wider picture see is DeMellier a luxury brand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is DeMellier made?
DeMellier is designed in London and handcrafted in Europe, in workshops in Spain, using leather from Leather Working Group gold-rated Italian tanneries.
Are DeMellier bags made in Italy?
The leather is sourced from Italian tanneries, and the bags themselves are handcrafted in Spain. The design is done in London.
Is DeMellier good quality?
Yes. DeMellier uses Leather Working Group gold-rated Italian leather and hand assembly in European workshops, so the bags hold their shape and age well.
Is DeMellier leather real leather?
Yes. DeMellier uses full-grain calf leather from certified Italian tanneries, with no heavy coating, alongside suede and raffia on selected styles.
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