Espera Mini Crossbody

Some pieces are small and say everything. The Espera Mini is that bag. Compact enough to take anywhere, crafted carefully enough that people notice.

I make these primarily for custom orders, which means when you have one, it was made with you in mind. Each bag starts with the leather. I hand select every hide for this design, choosing leathers that show the quilting beautifully and speak to the quality of the finished piece. From supple Italian pebbled to rich metallics to luxurious leopard nubuck, every option is chosen because it does something special on this bag.

The quilting is entirely by hand. I adhere the backing foam that creates the dimension, hand trace every diamond, and stitch each one individually. A single Espera Mini takes me a minimum of two hours from start to finish. That is what gives it the structure, the softness, and that clean geometric look that holds its shape beautifully.

It is a small bag that carries a quiet confidence. Phone, cards, keys, the essentials. The removable gold chain strap keeps it polished for day or evening. People notice it. That is the point.

The Details

• Genuine leather, hand selected and hand cut
• Available in multiple leathers including Italian pebbled, gold metallic, distressed gold metallic, and leopard nubuck
• Dimensions: 8.5" W x 5" H. Interior approximately 7.75" W x 4" H due to the quilted design
• Removable chain strap: 25" Drop
• Hand traced and hand stitched quilting with foam backing
• Fully lined interior
• Smooth top zipper closure
• Optional slip pocket with push snap closure

Made by Hand

• Made to order in my Southern California studio
• Ships in 2 to 3 weeks from order date
• Ships to the US and internationally