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Slouchy brown leather bag with no zipper or label- help!

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Pirandello2404 · 27/11/2025 22:15

Am I searching for a unicorn? I would love to buy one of the slouchy leather bags that are in the shops at the moment but they all seem to come with a magnetic button/ clasp, and I really want one with a zip. Has anyone seen one? Looking for a medium size, with a long enough strap to wear as a shoulder bag.

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JustFrustrated · 27/11/2025 22:19

Can I recommend sew Helen Richardson?

My mom has about 5 bags, and the last two were custom made. She reclaims leather, e.g. from sofas, and remakes it into bags.

https://www.sewhelenrichardson.co.uk/

She'll likely have something or probably do a custom order for you

Sew Helen Richardson

Sew Helen Richardson is based in Hull, East Yorkshire, England. Helen makes unique bags and clothing from reclaimed, recycled and upcycled textiles. Unique leather bags are made from old jackets and sofas, and from industrial leather waste. Bags are al...

https://www.sewhelenrichardson.co.uk

Pirandello2404 · 28/11/2025 01:24

@JustFrustrated oh these are so lovely! There's actually one similar to what I'm looking for, but in a different colour. Thanks for the recommendation, I'm going to email her.

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JustFrustrated · 28/11/2025 07:12

Aw yay, I hope she can help!

Pirandello2404 · 28/11/2025 10:28

This is great but where does it say it has a zip? I can't see it?

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TemporarilyCantDoMyself · 28/11/2025 11:00

JustFrustrated · 27/11/2025 22:19

Can I recommend sew Helen Richardson?

My mom has about 5 bags, and the last two were custom made. She reclaims leather, e.g. from sofas, and remakes it into bags.

https://www.sewhelenrichardson.co.uk/

She'll likely have something or probably do a custom order for you

What an absolutely brilliant recommendation! She's got some lovely bags at very reasonable prices and there's the joy of knowing that she's recycling from old sofas. I'm really not looking for a bag at the moment but next time I am I intend to look again at her website. 💚

evilharpy · 28/11/2025 11:38

Pirandello2404 · 28/11/2025 10:28

This is great but where does it say it has a zip? I can't see it?

Sorry, I read this first thing before caffeine and thought you said without a zip! Asos do have a few with zips though I think.

FuelledByRageAndHaribo · 28/11/2025 13:55

Your title says no zipper

Snowcold · 28/11/2025 13:58

JustFrustrated · 27/11/2025 22:19

Can I recommend sew Helen Richardson?

My mom has about 5 bags, and the last two were custom made. She reclaims leather, e.g. from sofas, and remakes it into bags.

https://www.sewhelenrichardson.co.uk/

She'll likely have something or probably do a custom order for you

Oh they are beautiful and so reasonable! I was looking to treat myself soon so I will definitely be purchasing one, thanks.

Pirandello2404 · 28/11/2025 14:08

FuelledByRageAndHaribo · 28/11/2025 13:55

Your title says no zipper

Oh my god yes it does! Teaches me to post late at night. Will amend!

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Pirandello2404 · 28/11/2025 14:10

I've no idea how to amend my title but yes, I want one WITH a zip and not with a button! Apologies to @evilharpy

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