Where do the bags come from?
Have you ever wondered where your designer handbag came from and what did it do? And how does the bag move from idea to finished product and why are they so expensive? Attracting the design of a handbag or wallet to life is an involved process - and the higher the quality of the bag, the more thought goes about creating it. Usually the process starts with a sketch; however, before any blueprints can go into production, the designer must take into account the latest trends in handbags to ensure that the finished product will fit into current styles, meet customer requirements and provide sufficient differentiation to make the bag unique to others in the market.
The drawing specialist will use the blueprints to create a paper model or prototype of the bag and an official drawing that will be used to create the entire collection of luxury handbags. But before the bags can be made, it is necessary to choose materials and colors. For example, one bag can have several colors or skin types, from soft calf leather to ostrich. Silhouette plays an important role in choosing the type of skin; A structured bag on the shoulder should use a firmer and firmer skin, while a handbag or hand bag will use softer, more flexible skin. After selecting materials, a leather cutter will cut the skin for each handbag and prepare it for stitching. This is a delicate process requiring a skilled leather worker who contributes to the value of a genuine handbag. Every detail has to be cut perfectly to match the design of the bag - only an experienced leather cutter will know how to work best with certain types of leather to ensure the end result.
The next step in creating a handbag is stitching. A bankonist or assembler recreates a paper bag model from leather cutouts. Leather is sewn by hand or sewn with a sewing machine. This work requires maximum skill to be able to stitch, directly on the skin, especially in more rigid leathers - one wrong seam left a permanent mark on the skin, destroying the entire part. The more details the bag has both the hardware and the inside pockets, the more complicated the manufacturing process. The final quality of the handbag is determined at this stage of the process. Any mistakes will affect how the bag looks and lingers over time. The next stage is the finish. The bag will still be different from the prototype, as there is no equipment, lightning or closures. During this process, each handbag is checked for defects and all equipment is added. Now leather handbags are ready to ship. Each handbag is individually packaged in a promotional bag with a fabric bag sent to a customer or boutique.
Bags cost
As you can see, making a genuine handbag is a long and involved process. The cost of the handbag is determined by:
- Brand prestige
- The quality of the materials used to make each bag
- The experience of leather artisans
- Cost of production and object
So the next time you buy a new luxury handbag, you can better understand what is happening with the creation of the finished product.
