by Pushpa Tomar | Apr 30, 2026 | Craft
When people hear “faux leather,” they sometimes assume it means a compromise — on look, on feel, on quality. We’d push back on that. We chose faux leather for Clipello bags because it lets us do a few things well. It’s cruelty-free, so you get...
by Pushpa Tomar | Apr 22, 2026 | Craft
Not all bags are created equal — but from a photo, they can all look pretty similar. Here’s what actually separates a well-made bag from one that just looks the part. Check the stitching. Even, tight, consistent stitch lines are a good sign. Loose threads,...
by Pushpa Tomar | Apr 8, 2026 | Style
Here’s a question we asked ourselves early on: why should you have to choose between practical and polished? Most crossbody bags force a decision. Comfortable, everyday straps that don’t dress up. Or elevated, statement straps that aren’t built for...
by Pushpa Tomar | Apr 2, 2026 | Notes
Every brand has a beginning. Ours started with something simple: a bag. Clipello was founded by Pushpa Tomar on a belief that’s easy to say and hard to actually build a business around — that everyday essentials deserve the same care and intention as anything...
