An Introduction to Handbag Manufacturing

Where Do Handbags Come From?

Have you ever wondered where your designer handbag came from and what went in to making it? And how does a handbag go from an idea to a closed product and why do they cost so much?   Bringing a handbag or purse invent to life is an complex process-and the higher the capability of the bag, the more plan goes into its creation. The process normally begins with a sketch; any way before any drawings can move into production, the designer needs to think the most recent handbag trends to ensure that the closed product will fit into current styles, meet buyer demands and offer enough differentiation to make the bag unique from others on the market.  

A skilled pattern maker will use the drawings to generate a paper model or prototype of the bag and an official pattern that will be used to generate the enTire luxury handbag collection. But before the bags can be made, the materials and colors must be selected. For example, one handbag could come in some colors or types of leather, from soft, calfskin leather to ostrich. The silhouette plays an prominent role in choosing the type of leather; a structured shoulder bag should use a more durable and stiff leather while a hobo or slouchy handbag would use softer, more pliable leather.  After the materials are selected, a leather cutter will cut the leather for each handbag and put in order it for stitching. This is a delicate process that requires a skilled leather worker, which contributes to the cost of an authentic handbag. Each piece must be cut perfectly to correspond to the handbag pattern-only an experienced leather cutter will know how to best work with exact types of leather to ensure that the end ensue is perfect.  

The next step in making a handbag is stitching. A banconista or accumulator will recreate the paper handbag model from the leather cutouts. The leather is whether hand-stitched or stitched with a sewing machine. This Job requires the utmost craftsmanship to be able to stitch fine, straight seems on leather, in particular more rigid leathers-one wrong stitch would leave a permanent mark in the leather, ruining the enTire piece.  The more details the handbag has-like hardware, and inner pockets-the more complex the fabrication process. The final capability of a handbag is determined while this sTAGe of the process. Any mistakes will sway how the bag looks and will hold up over time.  The next sTAGe is the finishing. The bag will still look distinct than the prototype, as it is missing hardware, zippers or closures.  while this process, each handbag is inspected for defects and all hardware is added. The leather handbags are now ready for shipping. Each handbag is individually wrapped in a Cloth bag ad shipped to the buyer or boutique.  

Handbag Costs 

As you can see, manufacturing an authentic handbag is a lengthy and complex process. The cost of a handbag is determined by:  
The reputation of the brand Quality of materials used to make each handbag The experience of the leather artisans Production and factory costs

So the next time you're shopping for a new luxury handbag, you'll have a great comprehension of what goes in to creating the closed product. 

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