When we started working on the VAULT, the brief was straightforward: build a bag that a professional can take from desk to airport without looking like they packed for a weekend. The result is a structured handbag with a deceptively large main compartment and a front zip pocket that handles the small things you reach for most.
What Fits
Main compartment: a 13-inch laptop, a folded jacket, a water bottle (upright, standard 500ml), a power bank, and a paperback with room to spare. The front zip pocket holds cards, earphones, a pen, and your daily essentials without overstuffing. Two interior slip pockets organize cables and small items.
The Build
The VAULT is built from the same cowhide-and-crocodile-emboss combination as the rest of the AXIS lineup, which means it ages at the same rate as the rest of your carry kit. Hardware is matte black zinc alloy. The shoulder strap is removable and adjustable. The top handle is wrapped in smooth leather and double-stitched at both ends.
Who It Is For
The VAULT is for the professional who has outgrown the messenger bag but does not want to carry a traditional briefcase. It is structured enough to stand on its own at a meeting, and relaxed enough to not look out of place at a weekend market. Available now at Ginding Leather.