Our story
More than just a bag — a companion for every chapter.
Who we are
Designed in New York. Made to be loved for years.
BN Bags began with a simple frustration: beautiful bags that fell apart, and durable bags that lacked soul. Our founder set out to create handbags that were both — refined enough for the boardroom, sturdy enough for the school run, and timeless enough to pass on.
Today we work with a small circle of ateliers in Italy, Portugal and Pakistan, each chosen for their craftsmanship and fair working practices. Every bag is designed in our New York studio and finished by hand.
- Bags carried
- 120k+
- Bags carried
- Countries
- 40
- Countries
- Average rating
- 4.8★
- Average rating
What we stand for
Our Values
Responsible Materials
Leather from LWG-certified tanneries, recycled linings and plastic-free packaging.
Artisan Craft
Each bag is cut, stitched and edge-painted by hand in small family-run workshops.
Built to Last
Reinforced stitching, solid brass hardware and a two-year warranty on every piece.
Timeless Design
We design beyond trends — shapes you'll still reach for a decade from now.
Our journey
A decade of craft
From a kitchen-table sketch to bags carried around the world.
2014
Nadia Baig sketches the first BN tote at her kitchen table in Brooklyn.
2017
Our first atelier partnership and the launch of the Classic Tote.
2020
We switch to 100% certified leather and plastic-free packaging.
2023
Our SoHo flagship opens on Mercer Street.
2026
Over 120,000 BN bags carried in 40 countries.
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