Belgian Handbag Brand: 5 Reasons to Choose Local and Ethical Bags
- Soho Francotte
- May 25
- 2 min read
Updated: May 26
In a world where we can buy anything, anytime, from anywhere… choosing a Belgian handbag brand is anything but trivial.It’s a conscious decision. One that favours proximity over overproduction, ethics over uncertainty, craftsmanship over conformity.
At Lubay, each bag is designed, developed and handcrafted in our own studio-workshop in Belgium. No outsourcing, no faraway factories — just passionate hands, here and now. Still hesitating? Here are 5 good reasons to make your next bag a Belgian one.

1. Supporting a local, human-scale economy
Choosing a Belgian leather goods brand means supporting more than just a product — you're helping to sustain a different kind of economy. Each bag made locally helps keep a workshop alive, pass on a craft, and preserve a more human rhythm.
At Lubay, everything is made in small series, directly in our own studio. Each order has a direct impact — with no compromise, no relocation.
2. Demanding quality, traceability... and meaning
When your bag is made nearby, nothing gets lost in the process — not the cut, not the material, not the finish.
At Lubay, we are in charge of everything: from the choice of innovative materials (Grape Skin®, Leap®, cork) to the final stitch.
No global supply chains, no unknown steps. Just a well-made bag, from start to finish, within reach.
3. Keeping Belgian craftsmanship alive
Belgium has no shortage of talent — or tradition.By choosing a local brand, you help preserve endangered skills: precise gestures, slow-made quality, and that invisible detail that makes all the difference.
4. Lowering your impact without compromising on style
A bag that hasn’t crossed oceans, or changed hands across continents? Yes, it exists — and it matters.
Short supply chains, eco-conscious materials, and slow production are all part of who we are.
5. Choosing a transparent and committed Belgian brand
Manufacturing in Belgium isn’t just a location — it’s a commitment. It means being clear, fair, and aligned.
At Lubay, there’s nothing to hide: not the behind-the-scenes, not the decisions, not the challenges.
Each piece is the result of conscious choices, made with respect for people, materials, and your trust.
To sum it up: choosing a Belgian handbag brand means choosing better
A locally made bag is never just an accessory. It’s a statement — one that carries meaning, for you, for us, for the future.
💼 Looking for a bag with style, personality and purpose?
Discover the Lubay collection — designed and made in Belgium, without compromise.