Bags
Crossbody Bags
Companions that move with you.
The Collection
About the Crossbodies
Our crossbody bags are made for the freedom of an unhurried day, and they balance effortless ease with quiet refinement. One is expressed in pure leather, its beauty resting in clean lines and fine material manipulation. The other becomes a canvas for hand-painted motifs, each stroke applied by an artisan's hand so that no two pieces are ever quite alike.
Every crossbody bag carries a QR code that connects it to the artisan who made it.
Artistry
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Hand-pleatingDiscover
Hand PaintingDiscoverHand Painting
At Aranyani, artists bring leather to life through realistic, surrealist and miniature painting to create stories of colour, symbolism, imagination and a unique identity.
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Precious StonesDiscoverPrecious Stones
In Jaipur, the gemstone capital of the world, the precious stones are hand-cut before being transformed into the design and moon-recharged at the ateliers, each carrying a distinctive character and quiet energy.
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MosaicDiscoverMosaic
Mosaic artistry begins with the 24K gold-plated rim from Italy, as our artisans hand-cut and compose each stone in harmony, signifying the uniting of our individual stories, making a beautiful story when brought together.
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Hand EmbroideryDiscoverHand Embroidery
Hand embroidery is a rich legacy of Bharat that we hold dear and create expertise in our atelier. At Aranyani, hand embroidery brings texture, light and depth to each creation.
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Questions
What is the difference between the Tara and the Astra?
The Tara is slightly wider and deeper, at 9.9 x 2.8 x 5.9 in (25.1 x 7.1 x 15 cm). The Astra is slightly taller, at 9 x 2.3 x 6.2 in (22.9 x 5.8 x 15.7 cm), with a longer strap.
How long are the crossbody straps?
The Tara strap adjusts from 21.2 to 25.2 in (53.8 to 64 cm). The Astra strap adjusts from 22.2 to 26.2 in (56.4 to 66.5 cm).
Are the crossbody bags available with artistry?
Yes. The Tara comes hand-painted and the Astra comes hand-pleated.
How do I know who made my piece?
Every Aranyani piece carries a QR code that connects it to the artisan in our atelier who made it.
Can I see a piece before I buy?
Yes. Book an appointment at 21 Bruton Street, Mayfair, London, and we will have your chosen pieces ready to view.