Handbag Design: Dreamy Lavender Bag

During my 6+ years working as a handbag designer, I have developed hundreds of accessories - from small card wallets, to multi-use diaper bags, to large weekender totes.

The project below showcases my process when designing a handbag.

Mood board, references, and sketches

Handbag technical drawing / tech pack

A true-to-scale technical drawing of the handbag, containing the information necessary for manufacturing.

Concept for the custom flap hardware

The prongs on the back would be folded to secure the piece to the leather.

3D model and digital rendering created in Blender 3D.

Final concept illustration

Software used: Adobe Photoshop.