Indie apparel label Christy Dawn will now be adding a collection of leather handbags to its offerings.

Designer and model Christy Dawn Peterson, whose sustainably made dresses have amassed a cult following (Taylor Swift is a fan), is debuting her first line of handbags to accompany her consciously designed frocks.

Available in five versatile styles including a bucket bag and canteen, the handbags -- like Peterson's eponymous dress line -- are all handcrafted in downtown Los Angeles by local artisans. Made from genuine leather and available in multiple colorways, the handbags retail between $359 and $599.

"Every time I design, I'm designing for myself. So when I began designing this collection of handbags, I set out to create bags that I wanted," Peterson told us. "I wanted timeless, understated, simple bags that were both functional and chic and I think we achieved it!"

Peterson, who launched her label just two years ago, quickly garnered recognition for her bohemian, easy-to-wear dresses that are entirely made from up-cycled deadstock fabric. Inspired by one-of-a-kind vintage pieces, the designer creates her clothes with longevity in mind and each style is made in limited quantity.

On launching a collection of handbags, Peterson told us that it was a venture she had wanted to pursue for some time.

"These handbags have been floating around in my head for a long time. I just wasn't inspired to bring it to life until one day, in late December, when I stumbled upon a box of deadstock leathers. It was the perfect catalyst to start designing," Peterson explained.

The new Christy Dawn bags are perfectly suited to everyday-wear, and each style was made with functionality and versatility in mind. In the future, Peterson plans to add on to the existing selection of backpacks, totes and bucket bags.

"There are definitely more styles that I'd like to add. We are actually already in production on a messenger/brief style that will be ready in one more month." Peterson revealed. "As for the brand's direction, we'll see. When I first started Christy Dawn, I didn't think we'd be making handbags and now look at us! I'm just going to keep letting inspiration guide."Read more at:formal dress | cocktail dresses australia

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