Stowfold black leather bag with brown-and-white cowhide flap
Stowfold black leather bag with tan suede flap
Stowfold black leather bag with tricolour cowhide flap
Stowfold bags showing different suede and hide flap options
Open Stowfold bag showing the zip and purple interior
Stowfold bag with white-and-gold hide flap and crossbody strap
Rear view of the Stowfold bag showing the slip pocket
Stowfold bag with white-and-gold hide flap and extended shoulder strap
Stowfold black leather bag with brown-and-white cowhide flap
Stowfold black leather bag with tan suede flap
Stowfold black leather bag with tricolour cowhide flap
Stowfold bags showing different suede and hide flap options
Open Stowfold bag showing the zip and purple interior
Stowfold bag with white-and-gold hide flap and crossbody strap
Rear view of the Stowfold bag showing the slip pocket
Stowfold bag with white-and-gold hide flap and extended shoulder strap

The Stowfold

Hair on Hide Cow Print Leather Cross Body Bag

Regular price £169
-4 in stock

A beautifully practical bag with a little bit of statement charm, our Foldover Stowfold Cross Body Bag is handmade in Britain using a striking combination of hair-on-hide, Ledbury cowhide or suede, finished with buttery soft aniline leather.

Designed to be easy to wear and effortlessly versatile, this compact leather bag has a relaxed foldover shape that can be dressed up or down. The removable and adjustable cross body strap makes it perfect for everyday use, weekends away, shows, race days and evenings out, while the handy slip pocket on the reverse keeps essentials close to hand.

Each bag is individually crafted in our Shropshire workshop, meaning every hair-on-hide and cowhide piece has its own unique markings and character. Choose from brown and white cowhide, tricolour cowhide, white and gold cowhide, dotty cowhide, or tan waterproof suede.

Soft, tactile and full of personality, this is a timeless leather cross body bag made for those who love practical luxury with a distinctive countryside edge.

Details

Why you’ll love it

The perfect size for your daily essentials, this leather cross body bag is compact without feeling too small. The foldover shape gives it a relaxed, stylish feel, while the soft aniline leather and characterful hide finishes make each piece beautifully individual.

  • Handmade in Britain
  • Savage Full Grain Calf — soft, naturally drummed full-grain calf leather
  • Waterproof Calf Suede — fine Italian calf suede with a water-resistant finish
  • Full cotton jacquard lining
  • Removable and adjustable cross body strap
  • Premium gold standard zip
  • Solid brass fittings
  • Handy slip pocket on the reverse
  • Foldover design with zip closure

Our craft

Made in rural Shropshire

Handmade in our family-run workshop in rural Shropshire, every piece brings together modern manufacturing precision and traditional saddlery skills. We never cut corners or compromise on our standards, creating products that look beautiful, feel comfortable and age with character.

A closer look at the considered materials behind this piece.

Textured

Savage Full Grain Calf

A full-grain calf leather naturally drummed to create exceptional softness without sacrificing durability. Supple and tactile, it is suited to pieces that need both comfort and resilience.

Origin
Spain
Tanning method
Chrome
  • Full-grain calf
  • Naturally drummed
  • Soft and supple
  • Durable
The full story

Savage is a full-grain calf leather that is naturally drum-softened rather than heavily finished. The tumbling process relaxes the hide and develops a supple, soft handle while preserving the strength needed for bags and everyday leather goods. The result is a leather that feels comfortable from the outset but remains resilient in use.

Suede

Waterproof Calf Suede

A fine calf suede tanned for enhanced water resistance while retaining its soft nap and velvety handle. Practical for regular use while preserving the refined touch of premium suede.

Tannery / source
Third Generation LWG Certified Tannery
Origin
Tuscany, Italy
  • Split calf suede
  • Water-resistant treatment
  • Fine nap
  • Soft velour touch
The full story

A fine split calf suede treated during tanning for enhanced water resistance. The process improves practicality without flattening the nap, so the leather retains the soft velour surface and refined tactile quality expected of premium suede.

We pride ourselves on the materials we use and the craftsmanship of each of our products, and we want you to be wearing - and loving - your purchase for many years to come. 

We are so confident in our products that we offer a no-quibble guarantee on all of our products against any defective workmanship or materials.  Just send it back to us and we will repair free of charge. 

As a small business, we can only make this a viable option if the postage to us is covered by the customer. The postage back to you is free of charge. 

*Guarantee does not cover the wearing of hair on any hair-on-hide products, as this is a natural occurrence to all hair-on-hide. General signs of wear are also not covered as this is a natural part of leather gaining character. Feathers inside belts have a natural life span if not cared for - we can replace these at a cost of £20. We recommend re-coating the feathers with a clear nail varnish if you see them start to 'fluff' up.

Zips - we unfortunately can't cover the replacement of zips. We source the best and most expensive zips we can find, and zips can only malfunction through misuse. We can still replace zips, however as this is very labour intensive there will be a charge involved.

TLC Service

We also offer a TLC service for your belts, where we can shorten them, refresh the edges and feed the leather to have them looking and feeling brand new.  This service is just £15.00 including return P+P. Additional belts charged £5.00 per belt.

Please be aware some belts are only able to be shortened a maximum of 2 inches due to their construction

 



Sizing at a glance

Following the steps below should make belt buying pain free.  But we understand that sometimes it doesn't go to plan, which is why we offer Easy Exchanges on all our products (unfortunately we can not refund nor exchange on personalised items).

1. Measure with tape measure

[ Recommended ]

The most accurate and simplest way to find the perfect size. Just measure an existing belt from the TOP of the buckle (where the pin meets the outer edge of the buckle) to your most worn hole (usually evident by a crease in the leather).  

Or simply wrap a tape measure around yourself at the point you will wear the belt, and use that measurement.

Use this measurement to choose your belt based on the 'Tape Measurement' column below. 

2. Use our guide

This is a less accurate method, but the below should give you a rough guideline of what size to buy.

 

Sizing in depth

 

Most of our belts have 6 holes, all 1" apart, and we recommend best fit to be in the 2nd, 3rd or 4th holes giving you room to wear them at different points and for the best balance on the belt. 

 

**PLEASE BE AWARE EXCHANGES AND RETURNS ARE NOT AVAILABLE ON PERSONALISED ITEMS**


Returns and exchanges are hassle free in the UK with M&G. Simply log into your account to request your exchange/return, and once approved we will send you across a returns label to drop off at a post office.

We offer a 90 day exchange and returns policy, and just ask your item is returned in a re-sellable condition and original packaging.  Please be aware sale items (other than from a  Black Friday event) are not valid for free returns or exchanges, neither are bespoke or personalised item. 

 Due to using a new returns system with Royal Mail, you may need to update your customer account using the following link to process a return. Once this is done, simply log into your account and select the order.