Gnome & Bow: Singapore’s Storytelling Leather Brand Redefining Everyday Luxury

In an age where trends move faster than time itself, Gnome & Bow stands still for all the right reasons. Established in Singapore in 2013, this independent brand redefines what it means to create bags with character. Each design is an elegant dialogue between durable practicality (the Gnome) and effortless sophistication (the Bow) forming a collection that feels both modern and timeless.

Born out of frustration with mass-produced fashion and overpriced “luxury,” founder and designer Quanda Ong left banking to pursue a vision: to craft premium leather goods that serve real lives professionals, travelers, and dreamers alike.

From full grain leather backpacks and crossbody handbags to RFID wallets and travel accessories, every piece is crafted to accompany life’s many journeys with integrity, functionality, and quiet style.

At the heart of Gnome & Bow lies three guiding values:

• Individuality: A celebration of personal style. No fleeting trends, only enduring silhouettes that blend clean lines with unique textures. Each bag becomes an extension of one’s character unapologetically original.
• Quality: “Buy less, buy better.” Every material is thoughtfully chosen from full-grain leathers that patina beautifully over time to water and scratch-resistant nylons, and YKK EXCELLA® zippers used by top luxury houses.
• Practicality: Inspired by Dieter Rams’ principle that “good design is useful.” Gnome & Bow bags are designed with intelligent details: multiple organization pockets, luggage slots for travel ease, and RFID blocking linings that protect modern essentials.

It’s rare to find a brand that marries craftsmanship, storytelling, and soul. But Gnome & Bow reminds us that style can be both smart and sentimental and that the best accessories don’t just carry our belongings, they carry our stories.

Discover the collection at gnomenbow.com where form meets fable.

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