Welcome in the Atelier de l’Armée “Collectable bag archive”.
All bags in the bag archive are made out of vintage materials and are unique one-of-a-kind bags.
If there is a bag you like but it´s not available anymore, please contact us through this form and we might be able to make a similar bag for you.
We made a limited serie of 5 bags made out of a 1920’s Japanese indigo boro kimono. Literally translated as rags or scraps of cloth, the Japanese term boro is also used to describe clothes and household items which have been patched-up and repaired many times. Once clothing was made, it would be maintained throughout the owner’s lifetime, or perhaps even longer. We carefully reworked this beautiful fabrics into a roll top back that can be rolled-up to different heights. It is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
Please beware, raw indigo fabric is easy to bleed onto lighter materials!!
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This version of our roll top backpack is made out of thick leather with a leather zip-pocket on the front. This version is lined and can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt. The backpack is completely lined an It has an padded backpart with a laptop compartment and one additional inner pocket for phone, keys etc.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
Introducing the new Atelier de l’Armée Collectors backpack. A medium sized roll top backpack with two big outer pockets on front. It has one inner pocket made out of selfvage denim, a padded backpanel for extra comfort and it is closable by the in height adjustable leather strap. On front and on the side the bag has loops for attachements.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This 19oz green cotton waxed canvas is still used by the French Army. It is rugged, strong and will age beautiful over time. We were able to make 5 of these roll top backpacks
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
When Nigel Cabourn met the Atelier de l’Armée team back in 2013, Nigel was carrying his vintage Swiss army rucksack. With a shared passion for this amazing piece of equipment and the salt & pepper fabric it is built out of, we started talking about remaking this rucksack. After discussing we decided that we would only collaborate if we could source the original fabric to make it as close to the original as possible. Anything less wouldn’t be a tribute to the rucksack.Since it is highly unlikely to find a dead-stock roll of this 1960’s fabric we never thought the collab would actually happen. But after a year long search we were able to find a complete roll of selvage original Swiss army salt & pepper fabric and the collaboration was born: Nigel Cabourn x Atelier de l’Armée.
The Salt & Pepper fabric had a cotton base when it was developed by Swiss army during the late 1930’s, but as cotton became rare during the years of war, nettle fibre was combined with cotton. This mix created a very rugged, waterrepellent and durable fabric. The selvage roll of fabric we found contained barely enough fabric to make a limited amount of 40 pieces.
Introducing the new Atelier de l’Armée Collectors backpack. A medium sized roll top backpack with two big outer pockets on front. It has one inner pocket made out of selvage denim, a padded backpanel for extra comfort and it is closable by the in height adjustable leather strap. On front and on the side the bag has loops for attachements.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
When we found this dead stock roll of 1960’s original Swiss army sturdy waxed linnen cotton fabric we couldn’t wait to work with it. This fabric is one of the nicest we have seen. It is so densely woven that it is completely water repellent. Since we have a complete roll we were able to make more than one bag. We currently stock two of these.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée Collector bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This messenger bag has a roll-up closure. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt. The bag has two front pockets and one inner pocket.All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This 19oz tan cotton canvas was developed especially for us by legendary mill Halley Stevenson. The fabric is based on a vintage Swiss army Haversack. We were able to make 5 of these roll top backpacks
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This version of our roll top backpack is made out of thick leather with a leather zip-pocket on the front. This version is lined and can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt. The backpack is completely lined an It has an padded backpart with a laptop compartment and one additional inner pocket for phone, keys etc.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée Collector bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
Introducing the new Atelier de l’Armée Collectors backpack. A medium sized roll top backpack with two big outer pockets on front. It has one inner pocket made out of selvage denim, a padded backpanel for extra comfort and it is closable by the in height adjustable leather strap. On front and on the side the bag has loops for attachements.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée Collector bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This version of our roll top backpack is made out of thick brown leather. Backpack can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable naked cowhide leather belt. The bag is completely lined an It has an inner pocket made out of Japanese selvage denim
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
Introducing the new Atelier de l’Armée Collectors backpack. A medium sized roll top backpack with two big outer pockets on front. It has one inner pocket made out of selvage denim, a padded backpanel for extra comfort and it is closable by the in height adjustable leather strap. On front and on the side the bag has loops for attachements.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings.
This messenger bag has a roll-up closure. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt. The bag has two front pockets and one inner pocket.All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
The 1924us x Atelier de l’Armée Overseas collection is a combustion of ideas that brings together antique materials, fine craftmanship and timeless ideals to ultimately portray the importance of function. 1924us sourced the materials and shipped them overseas where Atelier de l’Armée created a special designs to make the most out of these rare materials. Only 2 of each bag design are available in the world. This specific bag design was tested by 1924us when travelling 11000 miles throughout the United States
This version of our roll top backpack is made out rare antique fabrics. The backpack can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable buffalo leather belt. The bag has one hidden front pockets that is closable by a snap button and is completely lined with an inner pocket made out of selvage denim.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée Collector bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This version of our roll top backpack is made out of dead stock brown leather. Backpack can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable buffalo leather belt. The bag has two front pockets and is completely lined with an inner pocket made out of selvage denim
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This backpack model is a roll-up backpack with two frontpockets. The bag can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt.
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This version of our roll top backpack is made out of thick black leather with a leather zip-pocket on the front. This version is lined and can be rolled-up to different heights and is still closable by the in height adjustable belt. The bag is completely lined an It has an inner pocket
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are one of a kind, individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings
This roll top backpack is made out of 21oz canvas vegetable tanned leather. As an inner we used dessert camouflage cordura nylon. We were only able to make 3 of these
All Atelier de l’Armée bags are individually numbered and constructed from carefully selected materials. The distinct look of our materials can only be achieved by years of usage, therefore our bags may have stains, small repairs, erros, stamps or other natural wear. This is all part of our philosophy, it is what makes them special. Our bags are made by hand with great care for detail in our small workshop in Amsterdam. They are build to last and strong enough to hold all your belongings.
