nurturing new forms: a glimpse into the creative process
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a personal reflection on finding authenticity in fashion, leading to simétrie's newest collection: nurture. discover how gentle curves and organic forms inspired two new leather colourways – wheat and matcha – handcrafted in melbourne with intention and care.
january updates & insights
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an update from Simone, and some highlights from the customer survey that was conducted over the holidays
the wholehearted story on why i designed the pisces collection
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read an honest portrayal of why the simétrie handbag designs needed a new direction, why they are not made from kangaroo leather and why it’s called pisces
meet our artisan leathercraft makers
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the utmost care is taken at every stage of our bag making process to ensure we bring you pieces that never harm people or the planet. we've expanded our studio and our the team of artisan crafters and like our bags, upholding our ethos, is made possible by their human hands ~
the exciting reasons why we’re pausing made to order ~
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at simétrie, our team is made up of artisan craftswomen creating the works of wearable art in our bag range. we’re also lucky enough to have opportunities to collaborate with others in the local community who are just as passionate about quality and style as we are - and to share the talents of our team with them.
how we make the Universal Tote Pack
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we share with you the craftsmanship and process that goes into each of our made-to-order Universal Tote Packs, which take over 17 hours to make in our Brunswick atelier. by making each of these totes through a made-to-order model, each piece receives the love and attention it truly deserves.
sisterly collection - the story behind the collaboration
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at simétrie, we are so excited to reveal our collaboration with SisterWorks as well as the process & heart behind each piece of the Sisterly Collection.
meet clem: the upcoming craftswoman behind simétrie's leather bags
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as a true artisan, Clem brings a wealth of experience, heart and traditional construction techniques to her practice. whilst Clem is not able to create in the studio with us, we are taking this opportunity for you to get to know her.
meet the craftswoman behind the thick tote bag: kim ryan
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to celebrate the re-stocking of our much-loved Thick Tote Bag, in collaboration with Mosey Me, we are shining a spotlight on the craftswoman behind each tote - Ballarat based, Kim Ryan.
caring for your vegetable tanned leather goods
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vegetable tanned leather is a material that only gets better with age. while it’s relatively low maintenance, a small amount of TLC is required to bring out the best in your leather pieces. read on for our guide to caring for your bags and accessories.
bag making film
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a film showcasing the handmade creation process of the Crescent Moon Pouch, designed and made in Melbourne, Australia.
the design process
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how long does it take to design an eco leather bag? how long does it take to make by hand? this week we’re talking about design, workshops and what slow fashion means (and why it’s important).