Bags & Wallets

A good bag is the one you stop thinking about. It holds what you need, closes properly and still looks right after a year of being thrown on the passenger seat. That is the standard we buy to.

Most of this range comes from Federation, with many pieces in genuine New Zealand leather: crossbody styles like the Take Me and Attached To Me, the For Keeps and All Times bags, the Total Black Leather Tote, shoulder styles such as the Forever, Never and Fly bags, and zip wallets including the Minky, the quilted For Wallet and the Day Wallet. Many styles have detachable straps, and Federation bags arrive in a white tie dust bag, which makes them easy to gift. A chain handle clip in gold, gunmetal or silver changes the look of a bag you already own.

For the shops or the beach, our cotton string market bag with soft handles does the heavy lifting. Match the hardware to the jewellery you wear most, then browse jewellery and accessories to finish the outfit.

Are the Federation bags real leather?
Yes. Our Federation bags and wallets are leather, and many styles are listed as genuine New Zealand leather, finished with embossed branding and gold or gunmetal hardware. Each bag comes in a white printed tie dust bag, which is the best place to store it between outings.

Will my phone fit in a small crossbody bag?
Usually, but check first. The Attached To Me bag is 20cm high and 12.5cm long, and the Take Me measures 22cm wide by 17cm high. Measure your phone in its case and compare it with the dimensions on each product page.

Can I change the strap on my Federation bag?
Many Federation styles come with detachable straps, so you can switch between a shorter handle and a crossbody length. Federation also makes a 36cm chain handle clip in gold, gunmetal or silver for adding a chain detail to a bag you already carry.

How do I look after a leather bag?
Keep it out of long spells of direct sun, wipe marks with a soft dry cloth, and let it dry naturally away from heaters if it gets wet. Stuff it lightly with tissue and store it in its dust bag so it holds its shape.