The ‘Blume’ Bag
The ‘Blume’ Bag
Description
The Catholic Guilt answer to the Birkin.
The Blume is an heirloom handbag built around an almost unreasonable commitment to handwork. Taking longer to construct than many traditional luxury bags (including the Birkin), it employs highly specialised chainmail techniques developed within the Catholic Guilt atelier, replacing conventional ideas of leatherwork and hardware with thousands of individually manipulated metal links and precious stone.
At its centre, a labradorite rose blooms from the body of the bag, embedded using Ella Jackson’s proprietary ruffled chainmail technique. The metal gathers and folds around the stone like fabric, creating something simultaneously armoured and delicate - a piece of jewellery expanded to the scale of an object.
Despite the fluidity of its construction, Blume is engineered to hold its silhouette even when hanging. Inside, discreet pockets have been incorporated specifically for the small necessities of an evening: bank cards, AirPods and lip liners.
The bag takes its name from Anita Lane’s rendition of “Blume.” Her soft, almost unassuming vocal performance became the emotional reference for the piece - something extraordinarily beautiful without needing to announce itself as such.
Blume is Catholic Guilt’s proposition for what a contemporary heirloom can be: not a symbol made valuable by scarcity alone, but by time, material, technique and the unmistakable trace of the artist’s hand.
Care
To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition.
Design
Our dedication to excellence extends beyond materials; it encompasses the artistry and craftsmanship illustrated in every piece we create.
The Catholic Guilt answer to the Birkin.
The Blume is an heirloom handbag built around an almost unreasonable commitment to handwork. Taking longer to construct than many traditional luxury bags (including the Birkin), it employs highly specialised chainmail techniques developed within the Catholic Guilt atelier, replacing conventional ideas of leatherwork and hardware with thousands of individually manipulated metal links and precious stone.
At its centre, a labradorite rose blooms from the body of the bag, embedded using Ella Jackson’s proprietary ruffled chainmail technique. The metal gathers and folds around the stone like fabric, creating something simultaneously armoured and delicate - a piece of jewellery expanded to the scale of an object.
Despite the fluidity of its construction, Blume is engineered to hold its silhouette even when hanging. Inside, discreet pockets have been incorporated specifically for the small necessities of an evening: bank cards, AirPods and lip liners.
The bag takes its name from Anita Lane’s rendition of “Blume.” Her soft, almost unassuming vocal performance became the emotional reference for the piece - something extraordinarily beautiful without needing to announce itself as such.
Blume is Catholic Guilt’s proposition for what a contemporary heirloom can be: not a symbol made valuable by scarcity alone, but by time, material, technique and the unmistakable trace of the artist’s hand.