HISTORY & ORIGINS OF THE BOWLING BAG
The bowling bag takes its name and shape from the world of bowling, a sport that became extremely popular in the United States at the beginning of the 20th century. Originally, it was a utility bag designed to carry bowling balls. As such, it was sturdy, built with a reinforced bottom, strong handles, and often made of leather or heavy canvas. In the 1950s and 1960s, with the rise of the American "sport chic" style, these bags began to appeal beyond bowling alleys. Their distinctive rounded design, rigid structure, and practicality made them stand out as original accessories. But it was truly in the 2000s that the bowling bag made its way into the world of luxury and fashion, becoming both a practical and desirable object.
THE BLEU DE CHAUFFE BOWLING BAG
The Bleu de Chauffe bowling bag keeps the practical spirit of its ancestor: carrying heavy and bulky items with ease. Its design follows this original function: a wide zippered opening to accommodate larger volumes, paired with rounded shapes that were initially meant to stabilize the ball. With its 30L capacity, it combines a compact exterior with optimized interior space, making it the ideal companion for short trips, weekends, and carry-on travel.
This neo-retro travel bag stands out with its clean lines and practical features: compact, spacious, and highly functional. All our expertise as a French leather goods maker is embodied in this very chic handcrafted bag, where its half-moon shape and the refined texture of the leather give the silhouette an elegant and sensual swing… a true strike!
A HIGH-END MEN’S LEATHER TRAVEL BAG
The Bowling travel bag is crafted from full-grain vegetable-tanned leather (tanned using natural and organic tannins) of the highest quality, chosen for its noble character, naturally soft touch, water resistance, and ability to develop a beautiful patina over time. The handles are reinforced with a braided cotton cord, sheathed in leather, for natural carrying comfort. A YKK zipper ensures smooth and durable use. Optionally, it can be complemented with a removable leather shoulder strap, equipped with a felt-lined shoulder pad for an even more comfortable carry.
A HANDCRAFTED TRAVEL BAG MADE IN FRANCE
Each leather travel bag is entirely made in our workshops in Aveyron by a single artisan leatherworker, who dates and signs each creation. More than just a men’s travel bag, the Bleu de Chauffe bowling bag embodies a philosophy: that of sustainable and responsible French leathercraft, designed to meet the needs of today and tomorrow.
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