It’s easy to find handbags from the big-name, classic designers and topselling brands, but of course everyone else has them too.  Many of us are looking for something a little bit different, unique even, to stand out from the crowd and show off our fashion credentials and impeccable taste. So, where do you go to […]

Mel Boteri New Collection: Editor's Picks

Mel Boteri is one of BagServant’s favourite independent brands and their range of chic, sophisticated and practical handbags are always high priority on our shopping list. We recently reviewed the Mel Boteri Tasseled Lauren Clutch and found it just ticked all the boxes. And this season, the woman behind the all-star American brand, Melanie Mueller, has brought us […]

Mel Boteri Tasseled Lauren Clutch: Bag Review

When we first clocked eyes on the Mel Boteri Tasseled Lauren Clutch we knew it was our ideal evening bag. Simple but with fine detailing, compact but spacious, it ticks all the boxes a clutch bag should. With a detachable chain shoulder strap, the handbag can be carried in hand to accompany an elegant evening […]

Studded Bespoke Tote #bagreview #bagwinner

Back in May, we announced the winner of our popular Design Your Own Bag competition – a simple but classic black studded tote designed by Scarlett. The finished bag has now been made and delivered to Scarlett, so we take a closer look to see how handbag designer Mel Boteri turned Scarlett’s design into a […]

BagServant is delighted to announce that the winner of our Design Your Own Bag Competition is Scarlett! Scarlett designed an everyday black tote with a simple studded design, tan-coloured handles and a useful side flap pocket. Well done Scarlett, we love the design! The bag will now be made by top American handbag brand Mel […]

Clutch of the Week: Mel Boteri Tasseled Lauren Bag

In our eyes, Mel Boteri can do no wrong. From perfect work bags to casual shoppers, her Italian crafted leathers always look slick, chic and impossibly on trend. This week’s top clutch is no different. The white and black Tasseled Lauren clutch is ideal for evenings out and can be dressed up or now depending […]

Mel Boteri SS'13 Handbags

Inspired by the unique design behind nature and the environment, Mel Boteri’s SS’13 bags aim to add a pop of colour as distinctive as the elements that influenced her. From zebra-style monochromes to turquoise and pink jewel tones, each Italian crafted bag is unique in its own way. A mock-croc theme runs through the range, […]

We were super excited to hear about the reunion of Destiny’s Child, and when we spotted Kelly Rowland looking gorgeous on Queen Latifah’s VH1 show ‘Single Ladies’ we just had to get her look. Luckily for us, and you, we’ve found her exact bag, the Blake satchel by Mel Boteri. Crafted from tan calf skin, […]

December Bag of the Month: Your favourite bags

Our top bag of December 2012 goes to Mel Boteri’s Everyday Black Boteri Tote, with 637 votes. Picked by Bag Lover Karen Lancaster, the versatile, chain-detail bag is perfect for all occasions, and is certainly a worthy winner.   Shop Mel Boteri Everyday Black Boteri Tote, £524 In second place is the Chloé Marcie large leather […]