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Ella Double Diamond Perforated Bag in chalk by Kempton & Co

Ella Double Diamond Perforated Bag in chalk by Kempton & Co

Regular price $595.00 USD
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The magnificent, boxy Ella bag greets the sunshine in a chalk perforated leather lightweight redo. Elegant and compact, our handsome favorite is large enough to hold all your belongings, from your moleskin to mini-iPad, water bottle and sunglasses, SPF creams and lipstick and wallet, and…and…and…Comes with interior and exterior multi-pockets to easily stash or grab your phone. The Jack Russel of handbags, the Ella bag is feisty and fierce, sociable and adventurous and a worthy ally for all the zipping and zooming of your circadian rhythm. Always big on the excitement, the magnetic flaps open to spotlight a blaze of tiger-lily orange leather. From its embroidered black and white leather top handles—but not on the grip—and matching leather crossbody strap, to the plain leather snap pouch attached by lanyard, all the details of this finessed handbag bear the hallmark of Kempton & Co. handcrafted excellence. 

It's All In The Details

  • Chalk leather perforated exterior
  • Tiger-lily orange leather under flap
  • Black and white hand-embroidered leather handles
  • Black and white hand-embroidered leather crossbody strap
  • Black cotton twill lining
  • Magnetic close top
  • Interior zip pocket
  • Tethered snap pouch
  • Solid brass clips and hardware
  • Reclaimed Ankole bone and cow horn signature toggle


Care & Composition

Measurements: 10"W x 7"H x 7"D
Handle drop: 5.5"
Polo cotton crossbody strap: 1.5"W x 45"L

Sharing the love
We collaborate on the zipper toggles with Kenyan artisans. Entirely handmade with simple tools and machinery, using locally sourced materials. These reclaimed materials are used to generate income for small artisan groups working mostly in Kibera, one of Nairobi's largest slums.

About the Brand

Fiona Kempton, designer and owner of Kempton & Co., was born in 1977 and raised in a house by the sea in the countryside of southwest England, setting the stage for a unique childhood and a lifetime connected to the ocean--and horse riding.

Her father, John Kempton, was an eminent racehorse trainer and jockey, winner of England's famous Grand National in 1967. Growing up around the distressed leather of her old riding boots and the heavy waxed canvas of the horses' rain rugs, leather straps and buckles inspired Fiona's lifelong love for equestrian sports, design and culture, as well as active life on the ocean.

Fiona studied fashion design in London's Kingston University and moved to New York after graduation, spending the next ten years designing for major fashion companies. In 2009, she started to design on her own, creating a tech-friendly bag with a built-in protective sleeve for a laptop. Well-received, she launched her own business. Kempton & Co. was born in Brooklyn in 2010.

Fiona’s heritage is an inspiration. She designs bags with gorgeous soft leathers and textiles, combining the utility of equestrian hardware. She prides herself in always maintaining an artistic approach to function; it is a philosophy that the company strives to maintain with every bag.

After 18 years living in NYC after her move from the UK, Fiona now lives on the north shore of long island with her husband and daughter. Her designs reflect her surf and turf lifestyle; an avid polo player, kiteboarder and sailor she spends summer weekends afloat her sailboat in the Hamptons or on the polo field, which naturally led to the creation of her urban beach bag collection - styles that work just as well, on the beach or the street.

Shipping & Returns

Online Return Policy:
Regular price, unworn merchandise with tags attached will be accepted for a refund. Items must be received back in store within 14 days of the customer’s purchase date. All returned items must be properly packaged and insured.

Click here to request a return & fill in the appropriate information. You will receive an email once your request is approved/rejected. 

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