FASHION LINE SHEET 2016
RAGS2RIC HES, IN C.
• Who we are: We are a fashion & design house empowering community artisans. We make things that matter and weave joy into every story. In a world where fashion and design are often seen as excess, R2R is proof that style and sustainability coexist. • What we do: We partner with local artisans across the Philippines to create eco-ethical fashion and home accessories out of up cycled, overstock cloth & indigenous fabric. • And most importantly, WHY we are doing it: We don’t just love seeing transformation, we love being a big part of it! R2R is a life and livelihood partner for empowered and dignified artisans as they strive to weave better futures for their families and communities. • And another big WHY: You! Your decision to surround yourself with things that matter inspire us every day! We thought you should know. • Thank you for weaving joyful stories with us!
HOW DID WE GET HERE? Rags2Riches (R2R) began in Payatas, one of the biggest urban poor communities in the Philippines, back in 2007. Our co-founders (9 people from different industries and backgrounds) met a group of talented & passionate artisans (mostly women) from Payatas who were making woven rugs out of scrap fabric. While these artisans were hardworking, enterprising, and joyful, they were between a long chain of middlemen who pass on the raw materials they use as well as the finished products they make, without necessarily adding value to the chain. Because of this long chain of unfair trade, the artisans were only getting Php12-16 per day (about 30 cents in USD), which is far from enough for even a decent meal. The cofounders and artisans decided to do something about this. They started working together and built not just a business partnership, but lasting friendship. And R2R was born. We got our first break a few months after we were founded, when we partnered with one of the top fashion designers in the Philippines, Rajo Laurel. He re-imagined our woven panels into amazing fashion accessories. Through his creative vision, our artisans also re-imagined their craft into wearable & functional art pieces (fashion & home accessories). This collaboration started many more with some of the most amazing, passionate, and compassionate designers in the country - bag designer Amina AranazAlunan, couturier Oliver Tolentino, and contemporary artist Olivia d’Aboville. And today, we are in partnership with artisan communities from all over Metro Manila (beyond Payatas) and we also work with other social enterprises and indigenous communities around the Philippines. We always look back to our history with so much joy and gratitude! Our family has gotten o much bigger (with our team, artisans & advocates) now but our spirit and major WHY remains the same. We are so excited to continue this journey because we believe that when we really put our heads and hearts together and create things that matter, we can weave joy into every story.
A B O U T O U R S I G N AT U R E W E AV E Our weave is both traditional and modern. It is a technique that has been used for many many years but it has also evolved throughout the years. We are still cultivating that evolution! The R2R signature weave is special not just because of how it looks. It looks awesome if you ask us (and yourself hopefully), but the magic of this weave starts in the homes of our community-based artisans where they take strips of fabric, knot them together, and weave them using a simple wooden frame with perfectly calibrated nails. Let us break that down a little bit: The strips of fabric - Our artisans use strips of fabric that we source from factories and retailers. Some are discarded or overstock fabric available in various colors in relatively small quantities. The special knotting technique - They then use a special knotting technique to knot these strips of fabric together. Why is it special? Because this technique produces the smallest possible knot that is still strong and secure. When you look at the R2R weave, you can hardly see them. The wooden frame we use for weaving - The artisans weave these fabric strips on to a wooden frame. There is also a very special reason why we use simple wooden frames and not humungous looms or sewing machines: the homes of our artisans are quite cozy (some are only 20 square feet) and even mediumsized sewing machines could take away valuable space for kids to play and the family to live. And finally, the weaving art itself - When you look at the R2R weave, you'll notice that every square is in place, as tight as the rest of the squares in the panel. The quality of weave is amazing. When you look at the R2R weave, imagine how every square got to where it is. Did you know that the artisans have to maintain the same level of tension when weaving a whole panel? It takes discipline, a lot of patience, love, control, and‌ inner peace to weave every single R2R panel. The weaving process still amazes us every day.
P RO D U C T I O N I N F O R M AT I O N
• MADE-TO-ORDER – minimum of 200 pieces per style. Color sourcing can be discussed. We do our best to source the closest possible color according to your preference. • PRODUCTION LEAD TIME – 60 days (excluding shipping), 90 days if inclusive of indigenous materials. • TERMS & CONDITIONS – FOB Manila, 50% down payment upon confirmation and approval of Purchase Order, 50% upon delivery of finished goods. • PRODUCTION PROCESS - all the products are carefully handcrafted by artisans from start to finish.
COLORS The products in this line sheet are handcrafted using Philippine cotton and indigenous materials. Thus each color may be limited and even one-of-a-kind. Special orders for specific colors and shades are possible depending on the lead time. Below are our standard colors*:
Black Black
Charcoal Charcoal Gray Gray
Cobalt Cobalt Blue Blue
Mocha Mocha
Navy Blue Navy
Orange Orange
Blue
Dark Dark Brown Brown
Eggplant Eggplant
Emerald Emerald Green Green
Red Dark Red
Teal
Turquoise Turquoise
*Color shades may vary with actual fabric swatches and/or product.
CLASSICS
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BUSLO
Made from knitted cotton basket weave, with a leather strap and a leather base. The interior has cotton lining with inner zipper, wall and cell phone pockets for functional purposes. Dimensions: 9.1” x 9.1” x 12.6” Wholesale Price: US$45.00
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BARCO
A carryall tote re-designed with a leather base, the Barco is the perfect bag for both work and weekend errands. Features a metal snap that transforms it from a basic tote bag into a trapezoid tote proving itself as a handy and stylish two-way everyday bag. Dimensions: 18” x 12” x 6”; Strap Drop: 9.75” Wholesale Price: US$46.00
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BUSLO MINI
Made from knitted cotton basket weave, with a leather strap and a leather base. The interior has cotton lining with inner zipper, wall and cell phone pockets for functional purposes. Dimensions: Base: 8”x 5”; Height - 9.5”; Mouth - 11.5”; Handle drop: 9”; Detachable Strap Drop: 21 - 24” Wholesale Price: US$38.00
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BARCO MINI
Made from knitted cotton basket weave, with a leather strap and a leather base. The interior has cotton lining with inner zipper, wall and cell phone pockets for functional purposes. Dimensions: 13” (L) x 9” (L) x 4.25” (W) Handle Drop: 4.25” Detachable Strap Drop: 18” - 22” Wholesale Price: US$38.00
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STELLA CLUTCH
Comes with three interchangeable tassels. Made from knitted cotton basket weave. Magnetic snap closure with tassel accent. Cotton lining with interior zip pocket. Dimensions: 13.8� x 5.9� Wholesale Price: US$22.00
*May have stock on hand
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REESE WALLET
Wallet in knitted cotton extra small basket weave with wrap-around gold zipper and suede label embossing. Interior with 6 credit card slots, 1 wall pocket, and 1 center zipper pocket. Dimensions: 8� x 4.5� Wholesale Price: US$18.75
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M AT T W R I S T L E T
Wallet in regular basket weave with wraparound gold zipper. Interior with 5 credit card slots, 1 wall pocket, and 1 center zipper pocket. Dimensions: 10.75” x 6” x 1.25” Wholesale Price: US$17.00 Wholesale Price w/o Wristlet: US$15.00
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SEFINA CLUTCH
Zip clutch in extra-small basket weave. Lining in striped cotton, zipper pull in knotted suede leather. Dimensions: 9.5” x 6.5” x 1” Wholesale Price: US$15.00
*May have stock on hand
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ZIP COIN PURSE
Zip coin purse in extra-small basket weave. Lining in striped cotton, 2 credit card slots, key ring with leather attachment, zipper pull in knotted suede leather. Dimensions: 6� x 4� Wholesale Price: US$10.00
*May have stock on hand
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ANGELA MINI BUCKET
Made from knitted cotton basket weave, with a leather strap and a leather base. The interior has cotton lining with inner zipper, wall and cell phone pockets for functional purposes. Wholesale Price: US$37.00
*New Product!
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CASEY WEEKENDER A weekender with four possible configurations. Flat Folio, Doctor’s Bag, Tote, and Sling Bag. Fabric lining with inner zip pocket, cellphone pocket, and a zipped mesh wall compartment. Detachable and adjustable long strap plus handle. Leather back strip for luggage handle. Made with handwoven fabrics from up cycled material and indigenous fabrics. Dimensions: 24” x 18” x 8” Strap Drop: 36” Handle Drop: 6.5” Wholesale Price: US$85.00
*New Product!
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HANNAH TOTE Medium Tote with zipper closure in woven panel with Honeysuckle top strip. Fabric lining with inner zip pocket and cellphone pocket. Detachable and adjustable long strap plus handle in cotton webbing with leather trimmings. Dimensions: 13” x 13.5” x 3” Strap Drop: 26” Handle Drop: 5” Wholesale Price: US$40.50 Colors: Red & Black
*New Product!
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A LY S S A N D R A D E N I M This crossbody / shoulder bag is designed for your travels and casual days out, with the zipper closure securing all the things that matter to you inside. It may look cute and small but it’s surprisingly roomy! We especially love how the denim, together with the signature R2R weave, makes it easier to match with any outfit. Dimensions: 10”(L) x 3” (W) x 7.5” (H) Strap Drop: 20.5”
Wholesale Price: US$37.00 Panel Colors: Maroon, Caramel & Emerald
*New Product!
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ROSETTE POUCH This crossbody / shoulder bag is designed for your travels and casual days out, with the zipper closure securing all the things that matter to you inside. It may look cute and small but it’s surprisingly roomy! We especially love how the denim, together with the signature R2R weave, makes it easier to match with any outfit. Dimensions: 10”(L) x 3” (W) x 7.5” (H) Strap Drop: 20.5”
Wholesale Price: US$37.00 Panel Colors: Maroon, Caramel & Emerald
*New Product!
FALL / HOLIDAY 2015 COLLECTION Launching in September ’15, the F/H collection combines the artisanal skills of two communities - R2R’s urban communities that create the basketweave panels & DAWN (Development Action for Women Network) who are former migrant workers in Japan who have lost their jobs and their source of livelihood.
R 2 R FA S H I O N E R I K A B A C K PA C K Backpack in Maltese woven fabric with basketweave upcycled cloth, serving as flap. Strips of genuine leather are inserted into the panel, forming a zigzag pattern and the ends cascading into fringes. Genuine leather trims with additional belt closure. Back exterior zip pocket and easy-access zip on the side of the bag. Fabric lining with mesh wall pocket. Dimensions: Medium: 10.5” x 15” x 6.5”; Strap Drop: 22”; Handle Drop: 3.5” Mini: 8.25” x 11” x 4.12”; Strap Drop: 22”; Handle Drop: 3.5”
Mini Medium Other available color combinations:
Wholesale Price: US$86.00 (Medium) US$52.00 (Mini) Emerald Panel, Dark Tan Leather Fringe, Black/Beige DAWN Pattern
Black Panel, Black Leather Fringe, Beige/Black DAWNPattern
Navy Blue Panel, Dark Tan Leather Fringe, Beige/Black Pattern
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DARA CLUTCH
Zip clutch in in basketweave cloth combined with Maltese woven fabric. Strips of genuine leather are inserted into the panel, forming a zigzag pattern and the ends cascading into fringes. Genuine leather trims with zip closure. Fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets. Comes with a detachable shoulder chain strap. Dimensions: 13” x 8.5” .75”; Strap Drop 22” Wholesale Price: US$43.00
Other available color combinations:
Marsala Panel, Black Leather Fringe, Beige/Black DAWN Pattern
Black Panel, Black Leather Fringe, Beige/Black DAWNPattern
Navy Blue Panel, Dark Tan Leather Fringe, Beige/Black Pattern
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CASEY FRINGE Multi-mode tote in Maltese woven fabric with basket-weave cloth serving as exterior zip pocket. Strips of genuine leather are inserted into the panel, forming a zigzag pattern and the ends cascading into fringes. Genuine leather trims with zip closure. Fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets. Comes with a detachable shoulder strap.
Available color combinations:
Dimensions: 18.5” x 11” x 7”; Handle drop: 4”; Strap Drop: 11 - 24” Wholesale Price: US$85.00
Marsala Panel, Black Leather Fringe, Beige/Black DAWN Pattern
*Colorway in photo not available
Black Panel, Black Leather Fringe, Beige/Black DAWNPattern
Navy Blue Panel, Dark Tan Leather Fringe, Beige/Black Pattern
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BIANCA HANDBAG
Handbag in Maltese woven fabric combined with basketweave cloth. Strips of genuine leather are inserted into the panel, forming a zigzag pattern and the ends cascading into fringes. Genuine leather trims with zip closure. Fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets. Comes with a detachable shoulder strap. Dimensions: 14.5” x 8” x 5”; Handle drop: 6”; Strap Drop: 18 - 22” Wholesale Price: US$72.00 Available color combinations:
Marsala Panel, Black Leather Fringe, Beige/Black DAWN Pattern
Black Panel, Black Leather Fringe, Beige/Black DAWNPattern
Emerald Panel, Dark Tan Leather Fringe, Black/Beige DAWN Pattern
VIAJE COLLECTION
Viaje Collection: One Bag, Three Weaves The collection uses handwoven, artisanal panels created by artisans from three different Filipino communities: the solid color basketweave is made by R2R urban artisans, the vibrant striped textile is hand-loomed by the Mangyans of Mindoro, and the geometric textile is handled by the DAWN artisans of Metro Manila. The leather embroidery is hand stitched by our R2R artisans and assembled with genuine leather accents in the R2R workshop in San Juan City, Philippines.
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CECILIA HOBO Ways to use: 1. Basic: Solid color hobo bag with basket weave 2. Expanded: Unzip the sides to make it into a bigger bag 3. Double-duty: Hobo bag with snap-on patterned pouch 4. Sling bag: Unsnap buttons, detach the small pouch and attach the detachable metals strap use as a patterned sling bag (comes with detachable metal strap) 5. Clutch: Unsnap buttons, detach the small pouch, use as a patterned clutch
Available color combinations:
Dimensions: 14” x 12” x 6.5”, Hobo Strap Drop: 8”, Pouch Strap Drop: 20.5” Wholesale Price: US$82.00
Teal
Charcoal Gray
Mocha
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LIA FOLDOVER TOTE Ways to use: 1. Full height: Indigenous & patterned fabric facing front 2. Full height: Basic canvas fabric facing front 3. Folded: Unsnap buttons, and fold over to reveal patterned fabric, then re-snap 4. Folded: Unsnap buttons, and fold over to reveal canvas fabric, then re-snap Dimensions: 12.5” x 15” x 5”, Tote Strap Drop: 6”, Folded Strap Drop: 10” Available colors:
Wholesale Price: US$56.00
Mocha
Teal
Charcoal Gray
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CHRISTINE BUCKET
Ways to use: 1. Basic bag with basket-weave panel in solid color 2. Double-duty: attach the vibrant patterned pouch for extra storage 3. Small sling bag: detach the small pouch and use on its own (comes with detachable metal chain) Dimensions: 15”x 13.5”x 8”, Tote Strap Drop: 10”, Pouch Strap Drop: 20” Wholesale Price: US$72.00
Available colors:
Cobalt Blue
Teal
Charcoal Gray
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PAT R I C I A C L U T C H
The clutch with different flaps: 1. Round-edged flap with Mangyan ramit and leather 2. Triangle flap with Mangyan ramit, DAWN textile, and handp-stitched leather 3. Leather flap with accent handle Dimensions: 12.5” x 8” x 2”, Strap Drop: 17.5” Wholesale Price: US$66.00 Available colors:
Cobalt Blue
Charcoal Gray
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MIKKA SLING
Ways to use: 1. Basic: Solid color cross-body bag with basketweave 2. Double Duty: Cross-body bag with snap-on patterned pouch 3. Wristlet: Unsap the buttons, detach the small pouch, use as a patterned wristlet Dimensions: 11”x 8” x 3”, Strap Drop: 17.5” Wholesale Price: US$58.00 Available colors:
Mocha
Charcoal Gray
Teal
AMPERSAND COLLECTION
WSP: US$60
WSP: US$45
WSP: US$70
WSP: US$54
WSP: US$59
IKAT COLLECTION
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MARIA TOTE
Tote bag in basketweave cloth with Ikat indigenous woven cloth. Trims are in contrast color genuine leather with running hand-stitch detail in waxed cord. Magnetic snap closure. Lining in twill with zip and cell phone pockets. Hook and Dring side closure allows shape to transform. Dimensions: 18” x 13” x 6” Wholesale Price: US$70.00
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VIRGINIA DRAWSTRING
Drawstring bucket bag in Ikat indigenous woven cloth with basketweave cloth base panel. Trims are in contrast color genuine leather with running hand-stitch detail in waxed cord. Strap is adjustable. Lining in twill with zip and cell phone pockets. Dimensions: 15” x 13.5” x 8”; Strap Drop: 9 - 19” Wholesale Price: US$82.00
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NICOLETTE ZIP CLUTCH
Zip clutch in Ikat indigenous woven cloth with leather wristlet. Exterior pocket with flap in basketweave cloth . Trims are in contrast color genuine leather with running hand-stitch detail in waxed cord. Lining in twill with zip and cell phone pockets. Dimensions: 12.5” x 8” x 1”
Wholesale Price: US$42.00
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A LY S S A N D R A B O X Boxy shoulder bag in Ikat indigenous woven cloth with exterior pocket in basketweave cloth . Trims are in contrast color genuine leather with running handstitch detail in waxed cord. Top zip closure and adjustable strap. Lining in twill with zip and cell phone pockets. Dimensions: 11” x 9” x 2.5”; Strap Drop: 9 - 21”
Wholesale Price: US$48.00
T'nalak is a traditional cloth found in Mindanao island made by a group of people in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato called T'bolis, Tboli people. This traditional cloth is hand-woven made of Abaca fibers which traditionally has three primary colors, red, black and the original color of the Abaca leaves. The colorant of the materials are naturally dyed boiled in with bark, roots and leaves of plants. It is an heritage and believed that the intricate and creative patterns of the Tinalak was seen on their dreams and made it on to work. They can't create a design of the Tinalak if they haven't dreamed of it. They are sometimes called the "Dream Weavers".
T’NALAK COLLECTION
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ASHLEY POUCH
Zip pouch in basketweave upcycled cloth with T'nalak gusset and fringes and leather trims. A metal rope chain serves as both handle and zipper puller. Fabric lining with zip pocket. Dimensions: 12” x 6.5” x 2.5”
Wholesale Price: US$31.00
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CHLOE TOTE
Medium tote in basketweave upcycled cloth with T'nalak gusset and fringes and leather trims. Top zip closure. Fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets. Dimensions: 17.5” x 10.5” x 6”; Strap Drop: 9” Wholesale Price: US$59.00
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ANDREA CROSSBODY
Crossbody bag in T'nalak with fringes, basketweave upcycled cloth flap and leather trims. Fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets. Thin adjustable strap in leather. Dimensions: 8” x 8” x 3.5” Wholesale Price: US$38.00
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C A L L I YA S H O U L D E R B A G
Shoulder bag in basketweave upcycled cloth with T'nalak gusset and fringes and leather trims. Top zip closure. Fabric lining with zip and cell phone pockets. Dimensions: 13.5” x 8” x 5”; Strap Drop: 19.5 - 23” Wholesale Price: US$45.00
mini COLLECTION
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ISLA
The Isla bag is a versatile cross-body bag which you can take anywhere: from shopping by yourself, running errands with your sister, a chill weekend with your friends. It's a no-brainer style amplifier, if you ask us. Dimensions: 8” x 7.5” (11” full height) x 1.75”; Strap Drop: 20.5” Wholesale Price: US$23.00
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SERENA
In our books, the Serena is a classic. Whether you use it as a clutch for dressier events, or as a cross-body bag with jeans and a white button-down -- your glam factor will never waver. With detachable chain, so you can use it as a clutch. Dimensions: 12.5" x 6.5" x 1.5";Â Strap drop: 20.75" Wholesale Price: US$34.00
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ZELDA
The Zelda is for the simple, no-frills lady. Drop in your lipstick, phone, money -- then go and conquer the day (or night)! With detachable chain, so you can use it as a clutch. Dimensions: 8" x 5" x 3.75"; Strap drop 23.5" Wholesale Price: US$20.00
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CARA
Zip clutch in cotton regular basket weave, woven canvas panel, and with leather wristlet. Striped cotton lining with zip and cell phone pockets. Dimensions: 9" x 7" x 1.5" Wholesale Price: US$18.00
R2R Man
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LEEROY SLINGBAG
Functional, well-designed, straightforward, and fuss-free -- isn't that all you need in an everyday bag? Fits an iPad mini, your phone, and wallet. Less clutter, more time and focus for the essentials. This bag is for the man who has drilled life down to the things that matter. Wholesale Price: US$22.00
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JAKE MESSENGER BAG
This messenger bag makes you a bringer of nothing but good news. Use it two ways: unfold the flap for a taller bag, or fold it over on lighter days -- simply detach the strap and transfer hooks. Fits an iPad mini, notebook, pens, and your everyday essentials. Wholesale Price: US$36.00
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D A N B A C K PA C K A handsome, versatile, everyday backpack that carries all your stuff: it's 16 inches in height, and it can fit your laptop, your iPad, papers, and even your gym clothes. Designed with the modern commuter in mind, you can wear it as a backpack for your everyday trips, then switch to the short handles (and detach the strap) for when you want to carry it closer to you. Also comes with a double-security feature of a drawstring top and a leather stud closure. It's also great for all kinds of traveling, whether for your outdoor adventures or as a carry-on on the plane. Wholesale Price: US$43.00
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R I C O S AT C H E L
Stand out from the sea of leather bags, by upgrading yours with a bit of texture, and a meaningful story woven into it. The Rico satchel is impeccably constructed with a luxurious leather base and accents, and our signature upcycled cloth handwoven by our R2R artisans. It fits a 13" Macbook Pro, with space left for your charger and papers. This shows that you mean business -- but also that you stand behind progress, empowerment, Filipino craftsmanship -- and looking good while you're at it. Wholesale Price: US$51.00