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The piece
Made for the hours that feel unhurried.
The whole world fits. The Large is a travel bag, a weekend bag, a market bag. It holds a laptop, a change of clothes, a picnic. The raffia weave at this scale becomes architectural — the texture reads differently, the structure becomes part of the presence. Dimensions: 50 × 40 × 17 cm (W × H × D).
This is the bag you only need to pack once: books, a folded scarf, sunscreen still warm from the morning, a swimsuit for tomorrow. Weaving a body this size takes the Madagascar workshop days of continuous handwork — the fibre itself, and why it can carry this much this lightly, is explained in The Materials — before the leather handles are fitted and finished in Athens and the bag is signed with its serial number, as told in The Craft.
Four temperaments: Black that softens at night, untreated Light, warm Brown like sun on stone, Madagascar's painterly weave — and Tea. Between voyages, it winters well with the Care Guide's help.
Woven in Madagascar
Raffia harvested in the dry season, split by hand, woven stitch by stitch by artisans who learned from their mothers.
Finished in Athens
Each bag receives its Φ charm and handmade dust bag in our Athens studio — and the Large, its leather drawstrings. The last hands before yours.
Carried through summer
From the Cyclades to the Athenian Riviera. Raffia and salt air, warm stone, late dinners. Made for the unhurried hours.
FAQ
Is raffia waterproof?
Raffia is a natural fiber and is not waterproof. Avoid prolonged exposure to rain or moisture. If your bag gets wet, let it air dry naturally — never use a hairdryer or direct heat.
Will my bag look exactly like the photos?
Each ION is handwoven individually, so slight variations in weave, texture, and tone are natural. These aren't defects — they're the signature of the artisan who made it.
How should I store my ION?
Store it in the dust bag provided, in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Stuffing the interior with tissue paper helps maintain the shape.
Can I return my bag?
Yes. We accept returns within 14 days of delivery, provided the bag is in its original condition with all packaging. See our Returns Policy for details.