Signature Tote

Hand-stitched braided border. Full-grain leather. Gold-tone hardware. A tote built to last a decade.

Some women walk into a room. Others change the room entirely.

The Origin

The Signature Tote began as a question: what does a woman carry when she's decided exactly who she is? The answer was clear. Uncompromising. Shepherd built this tote for her — the one who leads without needing to explain herself. Every detail, the hand-stitched braided border, the gold hardware, the structured silhouette, the clean leather exterior, was chosen not for trend but for legacy. This is not a seasonal bag. It is the bag you will still be carrying in ten years, worn beautifully into your story.

Carry it on the days you need to remember what you're capable of.

The Craft

The braided border is stitched by hand, stitch by stitch, running the full perimeter of the bag. It is the detail that takes the longest. It is also the detail you notice first. The leather is full-grain, selected for its grain and weight. The gold-tone hardware is set by hand and tested before the bag leaves our workshop.

Full-grain leather. Hand-stitched braided border. Gold-tone hardware. Built for the long run.

The Details

• Premium full-grain leather exterior
• Hand-stitched braided border detail running full perimeter
• Structured rectangular silhouette
• Gold-tone zipper closure and hardware
• Dual top handles
• Spacious main compartment
• Fabric-lined interior with slip pockets
• Embossed Shepherd logo

Care

• Wipe with a soft dry cloth after every use
• Condition with a leather balm every 2 to 3 months
• If caught in rain, blot gently and air dry away from heat
• Keep away from direct sunlight to preserve the colour
• Store in the dust bag, lightly stuffed to hold shape
• Avoid contact with sharp objects and rough surfaces

For the woman who has decided exactly who she is. Each Shepherd piece is individually handcrafted. The natural markings of genuine leather are not imperfections. They are proof of what it is.