TIRA
EAST-WEST BAG
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Type: SCHOLA Project
Year: 2024
Role: Designer & Leather Artisan
A contemporary interpretation of the classic east-west silhouette, the Tira bag is sleek, structured, and compact. Its horizontal proportion offers a refined balance between elegance and functionality, perfect for carrying essentials from day to night. The design is minimal yet statement-making, with a pop of color that gives it a modern flair.
DESIGN CONCEPT
Inspiration: Minimalist elegance in a classic east-west shape.
Key Elements:
- Clean horizontal silhouette.
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Sleek, compact structure.
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A pop of color.
The goal was to create a streamlined, architectural bag that strikes a balance between simplicity, functionality, and grace.
TECHNIQUES AND MATERIALS
Materials:
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Pebbled cowhide
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Faux leather lining (Microfibre)
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Foam padding
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Salpa 3.0mm; 6,0mm
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Texon 3.0mm; 4.0 mm; 6.0mm
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Talyn
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Gomma Piuma
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Cork composite (Sugheritte)
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Steel strip
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Magnetic button closure – 2 pairs
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Reinforcement tape
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Edge paint
Techniques used:
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Edge painting
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Machine stitching
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Hand-stitching
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Hand pattern making
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Hand pattern cutting
INITIAL SKETCH
Challenge
The tops of the gussets were not stitched together prior to assembly with the middle panel.
Solution
The gusset tops were hand-stitched after assembly to ensure proper structure and alignment.
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Challenge
The hole for the magnetic closure was mistakenly marked and punched on the outer (front-facing) panel instead of the inner panel.
Solution
The front panel was reconstructed to correct the placement and maintain a clean finish.
Challenge
Due to the wide profile of the bag, the front flap and panel were prone to sagging or losing their structure over time.
Solution
Steel strips were added along the top edges of both the flap and front panel to reinforce and maintain the rigidity of the structure required for this bag.
PROTOTYPE
PROCESS GALLERY
