Founded in 2017 by designer Melissa Morris, and favoured by The Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton, Kate Moss and Jennifer Lawrence, Métier is creating beautiful bags and accessories of the highest quality. The best Métier bags are a true signifier of quiet luxury, loved by royals, the A-list set, and every fashion conscious person who perceives it as an investment.
Métier Bags for travel, work and everyday elegance.
The Sergeant HoldAll made an appearance on the arm of Nicole Kidman in ‘The Undoing’. The impeccable craftsmanship, superior materials, timelessness, and structured silhouettes make the best Métier bags a smart addition to any wardrobe — the collections work together to enhance the function of each piece with effortless ease.
Métier was launched based on Melissa Morris’s perception of luxury as an exquisite utility. Her handcrafted bags are not fashion accessories, they are functional, practical products created with a deep understanding of bags that are perfect for travel, work and everyday elegance. Made with materials acquired from the most exclusive sources in Italy and France; all production is done by hand by artisans in Florence and Naples.
Melissa Morris, who had a fast-fast-paced lifestyle and career working for luxury fashion brands like Armani, Helmut Lang and Belstaff, recognised the need-gap of a spacious, high-quality bag. “The number of times I’d get public transport, late for the train, while I can’t find my card, having to rummage through this bottomless pit,” the London-based designer tells Harper’s Bazaar. “The way we were living then wasn’t really being addressed by the luxury market.”
Métier’s bags — from spacious totes that are perfect for travel to structured suede shoulder bags that can effortlessly transition from the workplace to a quiet dinner — promise practicality and prestige. Stay tuned as we unveil our top five picks, each a testament to the quiet luxury brand’s dedication to excellence.
The Best Métier bags
Cala 21
Cala 21 is perfectly sized for day to evenings with a detachable crossbody strap, hand-stitching anchoring the handle, and a discreet magnetic top closure. Epitomising the Métier ethos, the classic tote has been thoughtfully handcrafted with their signature artisanal techniques and materials which yield a soft, weightless feel while ensuring long-lasting durability. A waterproofed inside protects the piece while the delicate hand-stitching anchoring the handle and the long lean shape exude a chic pedigree.
Métier Bags for travel, work and everyday elegance. Image Source: Métier
Stowaway Crossbody
A perfect companion, The Stowaway is designed to effortlessly take women from morning to night. With a clip in function into the Private Eye, Vérité City and the Vérité Weekend Bag, it effortlessly tucks away as an organiser for your essentials inside a bigger bag. When you only need the most important items, simply clip it out and wear it on its own. Interior pockets, a detachable shoulder strap and an exterior back pocket for your phone make this the go-to you never want to go without.
Private Eye Slim
The narrow Private Eye Slim is a compact day bag that fits all of your essentials including a 13” laptop, while maintaining a timeless silhouette. It is the perfect bag for both day and evening, and features an adjustable crossbody strap for added versatility.
Métier Bags for travel, work and everyday elegance. Image Source: Métier
Vérité All Day
This wonderful lightweight bag is capacious enough for all your daily requirements. With its extra long straps, The Vérité All Day can be worn over the shoulders for those who prefer a hand-free style. The stylish simple shape conceals exterior and interior pockets to ensure the wearer is organised. The Stowaway Crossbody can be clipped inside as an extra compartment which doubles as an on-the-go handbag.
Ease
The brand’s first foray into evening bags, the Ease is the perfect version of the luxury clutch. Exquisite for cocktails and dinner, its petite silhouette features thoughtful compartments, including a discrete exterior pocket for your phone, so your essentials are conveniently organised for effortless retrieval. Meticulously handcrafted in Italy, it can be carried by hand or worn as a shoulder bag using the detachable leather strap which is anchored by solid brass detailing.
Métier Bags for travel, work and everyday elegance. Image Source: Métier
Market Weekend Bag
The Market Weekend Bag is quite literally a twist on a classic. The tote’s base has been twisted and tailored to rest lightly against your body, while the wide and supple handles, attached from the corner points, create the perfect slouch and allow you to carry it with ease. Fitted with two exterior zippered compartments hidden behind the flaps as well as an interior snap pocket and a detachable pouch that can be converted to a shoulder bag.
Closer Two Day Briefcase
Meticulously handcrafted in Italy, the Closer Two Day briefcase is spacious yet lightweight, ideal for two-to-three day work travel. It features a detachable shoulder strap for versatile carrying options, along with thoughtfully designed exterior and interior pockets for seamless organisation. A hidden compartment on the back panel can transform from an extra pocket into a trolley loop. PS Hardwearing even in poor weather – suede was historically the preferred livery of cowboys and is further strengthened by a special treatment to avoid pilling and fibre loss.
Métier Bags for travel, work and everyday elegance. Image Source: Métier
Glide Backpack
The Glide is thoughtfully designed to provide the maximum room to carry everything you need while also maximising organisation and comfort. Four interior pockets line the interior, separating essentials like phone, keys and wallet as well as larger items like a laptop — without having to reach in and dig. The panelled base allows it to stand on its own when set down, and is also designed to rest comfortably against your body while worn. Access is conveniently granted by a toggle drawstring with a hook and loop system providing secure closure.
Runaway Portfolio
The Runaway brings even the most scatterbrained multitasker into order as it elegantly fixes your wallet, keys, boarding pass, metro card and passport into place, which means no more searching for the things you need most. The internal pockets fits up to an iPhone Pro. It also clips into most of the brand’s larger bags as a panel or can be carried on its own.
Where to buy the best Métier bags
Located in Mayfair, the London flagship is inspired by nautical design, in particular the streamlined elegance of vintage Riva boats. Making thoughtful use of the jewel box-like space, display compartments are fashioned in teak against walnut walls and accents of deep cherry-red buffalo leather express the Métier aesthetic. In the back, with the ambience of an old-world salon, is a green-marble bar where guests are invited to join the team for a cup of coffee or a glass of wine.
You can also find a selection of Métier pieces at a handful of shops across Europe, US, and Canada, and online retailers like Airmail, Net-a-porter, The Conservatory NYC, Mr Porter, Goop, Selfridges, SSENSE, and MyTheresa. The quiet luxury brand has partnered with retailers that share their values and understand the exceptional quality of their bags.
Located in Mayfair, the London flagship is inspired by nautical design
How to choose the right Métier bag
Choosing the right Métier bag involves evaluating your personal style and practical needs. Consider the occasions for which you’ll be using the bag—will it be for everyday errands, formal events or weekend getaways? Métier offers a wide portfolio from chic totes and crossbody bags to elegant clutches and travel-friendly bags, each tailored to different uses. Pay attention to the materials and colours that appeal to you, as well. Whether you prefer a timeless leather finish, supple suede or a bold statement piece, make sure the bag aligns with your existing wardrobe and personal aesthetic.
Once you have a sense of your style and needs, think about the functional aspects that matter most to you. Evaluate the size and compartments of the bag to ensure it can hold your essentials without feeling bulky. Consider features like adjustable straps, closures, and ease of access, especially if you’re constantly on the go. Remember that investing in a luxury Métier bag means looking for exceptional craftsmanship, so examine the stitching and hardware quality. By balancing both aesthetic appeal and practicality, you’ll find a Métier bag that not only complements your style but also enhances your daily life.
Métier Bags for travel, work and everyday elegance. Image Source: Métier
Personal Appointments
To help you find the perfect Métier for your needs, the luxury brand offers in-person and virtual appointments at their London flagship. A member of the team can guide you through the collections, revealing the modular design elements and hidden features that make Métier bags special. The brand also offers personalisation, gift wrapping and product care services.
Conclusion
Métier puts craftsmanship, high quality and clever design at the heart of the design although these bags are aesthetically pleasing too. “I wanted to create a bag that was as beautiful as it was functional,” Morris tells Harper’s Bazaar. “Something that could reflect your taste while also being your perfect companion. When a day is hectic and busy, your bag – which carefully houses all your belongings – is your port in the storm. I wanted to make the journey more enjoyable.”
We’d love to hear from you! Share your favorite Métier bag in the comments below and tell us what makes it special to you. Is it the craftsmanship, the exceptional functionality, the unique designs or perhaps the way it complements your style? Let’s celebrate quiet luxury together! Don’t forget to check out FashionABC for fashion trends and style tips! Your next fashion obsession could be just a click away!
Jasmeen Dugal is Associate Editor at FashionABC, contributing her insights on fashion, technology, and sustainability. She brings with herself more than two decades of editorial experience, working for national newspapers and luxury magazines in India.
Jasmeen Dugal has worked with exchange4media as a senior writer contributing articles on the country’s advertising and marketing movements, and then with Condenast India as Net Editor where she helmed Vogue India’s official website in terms of design, layout and daily content. Besides this, she is also an entrepreneur running her own luxury portal, Explosivefashion, which highlights the latest in luxury fashion and hospitality.
