3 French Handbag Brands You Need to Know: From Artisan Craft to Architectural Flair
Today, we’re continuing our series on French Brands to Know! A few weeks ago, I shared 3 French Bag Brands, featuring Elleme, PÖ&ME, and Maison Rinceau, three French labels known for their timeless silhouettes and impeccable craftsmanship.
This time, we’re diving deeper into the world of Parisian leather goods with 3 more names you’ll want on your radar! From artisanal savoir-faire to bold architectural lines and accessible everyday chic, these brands highlight the diversity of French design and why Paris remains the capital of timeless style.
1.Fauvette Paris - A History of Craftsmanship
Founded in 2013 by Claire Rischette, Fauvette Paris is the story of a passion turned into a lifelong craft. After working as an optician for six years, Claire discovered leatherwork and quickly fell in love with the art of creating by hand. She trained formally, earned her CAP in leatherwork, and soon after opened her own Parisian workshop.
From the start, Fauvette’s pieces were entirely made by Claire herself, from A to Z, in her boutique-atelier in the 10th arrondissement. Today, she continues to design every piece and produce part of the collection herself, while collaborating with a second French workshop to create bags in very limited series. Every bag is timeless, feminine, and touched by vintage inspiration.
What makes Fauvette truly special are the details: leathers carefully sourced from French, Italian, and Spanish tanneries, clasps designed by Claire and gilded with 24k gold in Paris, and buckles crafted by one of the last French brass buckle makers. Each element carries the mark of artisanal savoir-faire and meticulous finishing, meant to last for years.
Maéva’s take: For those who love carrying pieces with history, soul, and artisanal spirit, Fauvette Paris is as personal as it gets. A hidden gem where every seam tells a story!
Shop our current Fauvette favorites below:
2. Tammy & Benjamin - Timeless Design, Bold Confidence
Since 2013, Tammy & Benjamin has cultivated its own vision of leather goods, designs that are resolutely modern, artistic, and a little unexpected. Imagined by co-founder Tammy and brought to life in their Paris showroom, every model starts as an inspiration rooted in elegance and self-confidence. With Benjamin steering brand development, the duo works hand-in-hand to create bags that feel distinctive yet timeless.
At the heart of Tammy & Benjamin is a philosophy of thinking outside the box. The brand plays with asymmetrical lines, bold colors, and architectural silhouettes, offering handbags that stand apart from the ordinary. Each piece is a reflection of art and individuality, a companion designed to elevate your look and boost your confidence.
Production takes place in long-standing workshops near Florence, Italy, and Alicante, Spain, where artisans meticulously select leathers and assemble each bag with precision. Hardware is given equal care: clasps, buckles, and metal accents are chosen for both durability and harmony with the leather. With 100% Italian production and LWG Gold-certified leathers, sustainability and quality go hand-in-hand.
Maéva’s take: For those who crave handbags with personality and edge, pieces that feel like wearable art, Tammy & Benjamin offers the perfect blend of originality, Parisian design, and European craftsmanship!
Discover the Tammy & Benjamin pieces we’re eyeing:
3. Hexagona Paris - Everyday French Chic, Rooted in Family Heritage
Founded in 1996 in the Marais, Hexagona Paris is built on a true family story, carrying forward expertise in leather goods since the mid-1980s. The Maison was created with one clear vision: to democratize leather goods by offering designs that balance aesthetics, practicality, and quality at a fair price.
Every collection is developed in Hexagona’s Parisian style office, where creativity meets rigorous technical standards. From multifunctional totes to ergonomic crossbodies and timeless shoulder bags, each design is carefully considered to meet the evolving needs of everyday life while retaining a sense of Parisian elegance.
What makes Hexagona stand out is its accessibility. With most models priced around $200 and below, the brand proves that French chic doesn’t have to be out of reach. Instead, Hexagona offers timeless silhouettes and thoughtful details that bring Parisian style into everyday life at an approachable price point.
Maéva’s take: If you’re looking for an everyday bag that carries Parisian spirit without the super elevated price tag, Hexagona is a hidden gem. Stylish, functional, and affordable, it’s French elegance designed for real life!
Explore our Hexagona picks here:
Final Thoughts
Whether it’s Fauvette’s artisanal heritage, Tammy & Benjamin’s architectural boldness, or Hexagona’s accessible Parisian chic, each of these maisons proves that French handbags are as diverse as they are timeless. Together, they show that elegance can take many forms, from carefully hand-crafted pieces to everyday designs that bring French style into real life.
And this is just the beginning. As part of our French Brands to Know series, I’ll be sharing even more hidden gems and Parisian favorites that deserve a place on your radar. Because French fashion isn’t just about the big houses, it’s about the creativity, craftsmanship, and passion that thrive in every corner of France!
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With Amour,
M.