Handmade from textured handwoven cotton, this Monochrome multiway handbag features brown leather handles, a shoulder strap and plenty of practical pockets.
The OMA Monochrome is a roomy double handle bag, combining handwoven cotton with versatile brown leather handles and a shoulder strap. Its textured weave of black and warm natural cotton creates a softly contrasting neutral finish that works with everyday outfits. With a secure zip closure and practical inside and outside pockets, this woven cotton handbag makes a versatile everyday tote for commuting, shopping and travel.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS
- The handwoven 100% cotton fabric is sturdy yet surprisingly soft against the body, with a distinctive multitonal texture that changes subtly with the light.
- A large internal zipped pocket, two internal patch pockets and two external patch pockets provide plenty of practical storage to keep everyday belongings organised.
- Generously sized to fit a small laptop, with black cotton lining and a secure zip closure to keep belongings safely tucked away.
- Switch easily between the short leather handles and longer shoulder strap, giving you two versatile ways to carry this practical everyday bag.
- Natural undyed cotton warp and black and natural weft yarns create irregular flecks and a textured off-white finish.
ABOUT THE COLOURWAY
Monochrome combines a textured black and natural cotton weave with contrasting matt brown leather trim. The natural undyed cotton warp is woven with doubled black and natural weft strands, which twist as they cross the fabric so the colour appearing at the surface changes irregularly, creating a random pattern of black and warm white flecks. Viewed up close, the monochrome weave has plenty of texture and character, while from a distance the contrasting threads soften into a versatile warm off-white.
FIT & SIZING
L37xW42xD11cm. Strap length is 81cm, width is 2cm and max. drop is 56cm. Handle length is 31cm, width is 2cm and drop is 12cm. Length of zip opening is 39cm.
HANDMADE IN NEPAL
Our cotton and leather bags are handmade by a small workshop affiliated with the Nepal Leprosy Trust, which provides employment opportunities for marginalised people. AURA QUE has worked with the team since 2006, collaborating on new products, supporting skills development and providing equipment for the workshop. As a certified member of the World Fair Trade Organization, the workshop provides a fair living wage, healthcare benefits and monthly contributions towards employees’ children’s school fees.
MATERIAL, CRAFT & NATURAL VARIATION
Our multitonal cotton fabric is handwoven using different coloured yarns, creating a distinctive texture and subtle colour variations that help disguise everyday marks. The accessories are lined with black cotton. The leather for the handles and straps comes from a small family tannery in Kolkata, India, where processing chemicals are contained and reprocessed on site, before being transported by road to Kathmandu. Brass buckles and fittings are handmade in Kathmandu, where artisans cut, file and polish local Nepali brass.
MORE ABOUT THE ARTISAN PROCESS
- Pattern cutting: The cotton fabric is carefully cut into the individual panels required for each AURA QUE design. Years of experience help the artisans to minimise fabric wastage.
- Constructing the design: Using foot-powered sewing machines, skilled artisans assemble and stitch the cotton panels to create the shape and structure of each accessory, adding pockets, linings and other functional details according to the design.
- Handcrafting leather components: All the leather components, such as handles, straps and trims are cut and shaped by hand. The natural characteristics of the leather mean subtle variations in colour and texture can occur from piece to piece.
- Adding the leather: The handcrafted leather components are finished with antique brass fittings, then securely attached by hand.
A THOUGHTFUL, HANDMADE GIFT
Made to be used and enjoyed every day, our cotton and leather bags combine practical details like handy pockets, secure zip closures and versatile straps with the distinctive texture of handwoven multitonal cotton and beautifully crafted leather. A lovely gift for anyone who appreciates artisan craftsmanship and the thoughtful touches that make everyday essentials feel that little bit more special.
Would you like your order gift-wrapped and sent directly to someone special? Simply select gift wrap at the checkout or visit our gift wrapping information page to find out more.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Spot clean with damp cloth. Do not submerge in water. Treat with care.
NEED HELP CHOOSING?
We make every effort to present our products accurately, but lighting, background, models and screen settings can affect how colours and sizes appear. If you have any questions about sizing, colour or suitability before ordering, please contact us. We are very happy to help you choose the right product and minimise the chance of a return.
