Spikes & Sparrow Leather Shoulder Bag – Marthe – Dark Brown

Spikes & Sparrow Marthe dark brown leather shoulder bag for women

The Spikes & Sparrow Marthe in dark brown is a spacious leather shoulder bag for women who want to combine plenty of storage space with a soft, characterful look. The supple Apache leather, the rounded shape and the hand-stitched details on the sides give the bag a traditional and distinctive design. Thanks to the soft material, the Marthe drapes naturally against the body and feels comfortable to carry.

The Marthe is perfect for a day at work, an afternoon’s shopping, a meeting in town or a day out. The long, fixed handle allows you to carry it comfortably over one shoulder. With the included detachable and adjustable shoulder strap, you can also wear the bag crossbody when you want to keep your hands free.

Hand-dyed Apache leather with a warm, vintage look

The Marthe is first fully assembled and only then hand-coloured and waxed on the outside. This creates vibrant variations in colour depth, sheen and texture. The seams and stitching also gain extra nuance thanks to this traditional finish.

Apache leather is supple, thick, relatively light and soft. This means the bag moulds comfortably to the body and its contents. At the same time, the material is sturdy and suitable for intensive daily use. As each bag is finished by hand individually, every dark brown Marthe has its own unique colour pattern.

The metal fittings in ‘dirty silver’ complement the warm, weathered look of the dark brown leather beautifully. They add a rugged touch to the bag without overpowering its understated shape.

Hand-stitched details on the sides

Decorative leather details have been hand-stitched on both sides of the Marthe. This finish highlights the craftsmanship behind the collection and adds extra character to its supple silhouette.

The combination of the visible centre seam, the soft shape and the hand-stitched sides gives the Marthe a distinctive look without the design appearing too busy. The subtle Spikes & Sparrow logo at the bottom of the front makes the bag recognisable in a understated way.

What fits in the Spikes & Sparrow Marthe?

The Marthe is a spacious shoulder bag for all the bits and bobs you need throughout the day. The main compartment has room for items such as:

• a wallet;
• a smartphone;
• a set of keys;
• a pair of sunglasses;
• a diary or notebook;
• a pencil case and small toiletries;
• a compact water bottle.

The main compartment closes completely with a zip. Inside, you’ll find:

• one open slip pocket;
• a separate zipped compartment;
• two pen loops;
• a key cord.

The slip pocket is handy for your mobile phone or card holder. You can safely store smaller valuables in the zipped pocket. The pen loops keep your writing bits in place, and thanks to the key cord, you won’t have to rummage around at the bottom of the bag for your keys.

Two large slip pockets with magnetic fastenings

Right next to the zip fastening at the top are two large slip pockets with magnetic closures. These pockets provide extra space for items you want to be able to access quickly without opening the main compartment.

Use it to carry a notebook, mobile phone, scarf or other everyday essentials, for example. The magnets keep the compartments securely closed, whilst the contents remain easily accessible.

There is also an extra zipped pocket on the back. This pocket is ideal for items such as your mobile phone, keys, travel card or card holder.

Worn over the shoulder or as a crossbody bag

The shape and the long strap make the Marthe comfortable to carry over one shoulder. The soft Apache leather drapes smoothly along the body and moves easily with you.

For extra freedom of movement, attach the long shoulder strap provided. This strap is detachable and adjustable, so you can also wear the bag cross-body at your preferred height. This is handy when travelling, shopping or on a busy day out and about.

Dark brown Apache leather that becomes more and more personalised over time

The dark brown colour is applied by hand once the bag has been fully assembled. This can result in subtle variations in shade, sheen and depth of colour. These variations are part of the artisanal finish and make each piece unique.

With use, the leather gradually becomes more supple. Small creases and signs of wear enhance the warm vintage look and, over time, give the bag an increasingly distinctive character.

Key features

Brand: Spikes & Sparrow
Model: Marthe
Colour: dark brown
Material: Apache leather
Bag type: leather shoulder bag for women
Wearing style: over one shoulder or crossbody
Fixed strap: long shoulder strap
Extra shoulder strap: detachable and adjustable
Main compartment: fastens with a zip
Interior: slip pocket, zipped pocket, two pen loops and key cord
Extra top pockets: two large slip pockets with magnetic fastenings
Back pocket: fastens with a zip
Hardware: dirty silver
Finish: hand-dyed and waxed after assembly
Distinctive detail: hand-stitched leather details on the sides

Frequently asked questions about the dark brown Marthe

Can the Spikes & Sparrow Marthe be worn as a crossbody bag?

Yes. The Marthe comes with a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap, so you can wear it over one shoulder or across the body.

Is the Marthe suitable for everyday use?

Yes. The spacious interior has room for items such as a wallet, mobile phone, diary, sunglasses, keys and various small accessories.

What inside compartments does the Marthe have?

The interior features an open slip pocket, a zipped pocket, two pen loops and a key cord.

What external pockets does the bag have?

There are two large slip pockets with magnetic fastenings at the top. There is an additional zipped pocket on the back.

What’s special about the sides of the Marthe?

The leather details on the sides are hand-stitched. This finish emphasises the bag’s artisanal character.

Why might every dark brown Marthe look slightly different?

Once assembled, the bag is hand-dyed and waxed. This results in natural variations in colour, sheen and texture, making each piece unique.

Does the leather change with use?

Yes. The leather will soften with wear and may develop natural creases and signs of use. These changes enhance its vintage look.