A different kind of handbag by An Vandenberk

Why
choose An Vandenberk
In a world where luxury often means recognisable logos and seasonal drops, I offer something different: a custom-made handcrafted leather handbag that reflects your values and your story – not a passing trend.
not
…status, but meaning
Traditional luxury speaks of status. My work speaks of soul. Your handbag doesn’t prove who you are — it reveals who you are. Crafted from your story, with intention.
Each bespoke leather handbag begins with a conversation – not a catalogue. You bring your story, and I bring the craftsmanship.
…mass-produced, but made by hand
Every piece is designed and made entirely by hand in my Brussels atelier. I cut, sew, and finish each item myself – no production lines, no outsourcing, no compromise.
This is honest, detailed work – the kind that takes time and care. I am a Belgian artisan certified artisan, officially recognised by the Belgian government.
A handcrafted bespoke leather bag is not an object. It is a process, a ritual, a collaboration.
…trends, but timelessness
My work doesn’t follow fashion’s rhythm – it follows yours.
Sometimes, I give a second life to meaningful leather: an old jacket, a loved one’s bag, or a forgotten piece with emotional value.
In doing so, your custom-made handbag becomes not just timeless, but storied.
…shopping, but co-creating
This is not a transaction — it’s a creative collaboration. We work together to shape a piece that is truly yours. A handbag you’ll wear for life.
“It wasn’t just a purchase. It was a gift to myself.” – Els

My clients
…choose consciously
They choose:
- connection over consumption
- individuality over uniformity
- sustainability over short-term fashion
- craftsmanship over industrial perfection
Choosing An Vandenberk is choosing a new kind of luxury.
Quiet. Rooted. Personal.
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