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~ made to order is currently 4 weeks. Simone will be in touch with an expected delivery date after you order ~
behind our leathers

behind our leathers

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Written by simone agius
a deeper dive into why we are using bovine leather vs kangaroo leather in our latest collection, and a glimpse on whether we will be able to use vegan leather in the future.
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meet our artisan leathercraft makers

meet our artisan leathercraft makers

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Written by Ella Smith
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 ~
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the exciting reasons why we’re pausing made to order ~

the exciting reasons why we’re pausing made to order ~

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Written by simone agius
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.
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how we make the Universal Tote Pack

how we make the Universal Tote Pack

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Written by Imogen Kerr

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. 

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benefits of making it yourself

benefits of making it yourself

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Written by Imogen Kerr
reconnecting with creative activities offers a sanctuary for us to experience joy and meditative flow. there are many reasons why creativity is good for us. in this piece, we explore the physical and mental benefits of creating on our overall well-being.  
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the leather with potential to help australia’s ecosystem

the leather with potential to help australia’s ecosystem

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Written by Imogen Kerr
at simétrie, we are constantly scouting for sustainable materials to use in upcoming collections. our research has led us to the infamous Cane Toad - a pest, introduced to Australia from South America in 1935.
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meet clem: the upcoming craftswoman behind simétrie’s leather bags

meet clem: the upcoming craftswoman behind simétrie’s leather bags

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Written by Imogen Kerr
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.
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here’s why we make locally in Melbourne

here’s why we make locally in Melbourne

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Written by simone agius
we are incredibly proud to craft all our products in Melbourne. we explore why making locally forms a vital part of our brand ethos – as well as the challenges that can come with it. discover our processes and why during these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to support Australian businesses.
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made by women

made by women

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Written by simone agius
an interview with Amy & Sharifa about their craft, what International Women’s Day means to them & how they came to work with simétrie.
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bag making film

bag making film

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Written by simone agius
a film showcasing the handmade creation process of the Crescent Moon Pouch, designed and made in Melbourne, Australia.
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