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This is the first set of visuals a user sees. It’s designed to tell the story of the Chiaroscuro studio experience, from the collaborative design process to the final, artisan-made product.
Meet Our Team: The Artisans Behind Your Bag
We are a family of passionate makers. Each bag is created from start to finish by a single artisan, and here you can meet the people who pour their skill and heart into every piece, including our founder Smriti. This is the core of our 'Single Artisan Made' promise.
The Foundation: A Guide to Our Leathers
During your visit, you will get to touch and feel our diverse range of upcycled leathers. We will walk you through the unique properties of each hide, from the natural pebbled grain of Slate NDM to the semi-stiff, multi-foiled finish of our exotic Safari prints.
Signature Craftsmanship: Woven, Embroidered & Painted
We specialize in unique artisanal techniques that transform leather into wearable art. Explore our signature hand-woven patterns like the Madurai edit, delicate Lace embroidery inspired by Indian motifs, and one-of-a-kind Gond art hand-painted onto our bags.
Our Bag Collections: Find Your Perfect Style
We design bags for every need, from structured work totes to soft, slouchy hobos. Browse our core collections to find the shape and size that fits your life, and remember, any design can be customized in the leather of your choice.
The Customization Experience: Your Vision, Our Hands
Your ideas are our inspiration. During a design consultation, we collaborate with you to create a truly personal bag, tweaking everything from strap length and pocket placement to adding monograms or unique art. Many of our permanent designs started as a custom request from a patron.
A Glimpse Into Our World
Here are a few more moments from our studio, pop-up events, and patron stories. This is a peek into the day-to-day life at Chiaroscuro and the community we have built together.