What Makes a Luxury Handbag Worth the Investmen...
By Chau Sáenz, founder and certified leather artisan | Chau Sáenz Luxury People ask me some version of this all the time: Who made that bag? Why leather instead of...
What Makes a Luxury Handbag Worth the Investment? An Artisan’s Guide
By Chau Sáenz, founder and certified leather artisan | Chau Sáenz Luxury People ask me some version of this all the time: Who made that bag? Why leather instead of vegan materials? What makes one handbag worth more than another? The honest answer is that luxury is not defined by price or a recognizable logo alone. Its value comes from the relationship between materials, craftsmanship, functionality, and how naturally the bag fits into your life. That is what I learned while training as a leather artisan under a Hermès master artisan. Here is what I look for when deciding whether...
Meet Chau Saenz
When I think about apprenticeship, I immediately go back to my time training in leathercraft in San Francisco, where I had the opportunity to learn under a Hermès master artisan.
Meet Chau Saenz
When I think about apprenticeship, I immediately go back to my time training in leathercraft in San Francisco, where I had the opportunity to learn under a Hermès master artisan.
Moments That Matter: Sharing My Story at Modernist
I’m still glowing from the incredible energy at the Modernist event — an evening that reminded me just how powerful it can be when craft and community meet in the...
Moments That Matter: Sharing My Story at Modernist
I’m still glowing from the incredible energy at the Modernist event — an evening that reminded me just how powerful it can be when craft and community meet in the same room.
Beyond Tradition: Redefining Success with Asian...
When I first envisioned collaborating with Asian Hustle Network for Beyond Tradition, I knew I wanted it to be more than just another event on the calendar. I wanted it to...
Beyond Tradition: Redefining Success with Asian Hustle Network
When I first envisioned collaborating with Asian Hustle Network for Beyond Tradition, I knew I wanted it to be more than just another event on the calendar. I wanted it to feel different — something more personal, more honest. Not a celebration of identity for identity’s sake, but a platform for a deeper conversation about what it really means to pursue a path that breaks away from expectation.
Chau Saénz Featured in British Vogue’s December...
San Francisco, January 20, 2025 – Acclaimed designer Chau Saénz is celebrated in the final installment of British Vogue’s December issue, which features Hollywood icon Renée Zellweger on the cover....
Chau Saénz Featured in British Vogue’s December Issue Alongside Renée Zellweger
San Francisco, January 20, 2025 – Acclaimed designer Chau Saénz is celebrated in the final installment of British Vogue’s December issue, which features Hollywood icon Renée Zellweger on the cover. As part of the magazine’s exclusive Designer Profile Series, Saénz’s feature highlights their extraordinary journey, visionary creations, and significant contributions to the global design industry. “It’s an honor to be part of such a remarkable issue,” Saénz shared. “To have my work recognized on this platform, and to be included in an edition celebrating someone as legendary as Renée Zellweger, is incredibly inspiring.” This feature offers a closer look at...
Press Release: Redefining Global Design in Brit...
San Francisco, 20 December 2024 – Founder and designer Chau Saénz takes center stage in the highly regarded December issue of British Vogue, which honors their remarkable journey, groundbreaking creations,...
Press Release: Redefining Global Design in British Vogue’s December Spotlight
San Francisco, 20 December 2024 – Founder and designer Chau Saénz takes center stage in the highly regarded December issue of British Vogue, which honors their remarkable journey, groundbreaking creations, and global influence in the design industry. This exclusive Designer Profile forms part of a special three-part series celebrating visionary talents shaping the future of fashion and design worldwide. “I’m deeply honoured to be featured in this issue alongside such extraordinary creatives,” Saénz shared. “To have my work recognized on an international scale is both humbling and motivating.” The profile delves into Saénz’s unique design ethos, blending innovation with timeless...