Spikes & Sparrow Leather Handbag – Dionne – Black

Spikes & Sparrow Dionne black leather handbag for women

The Spikes & Sparrow Dionne in black is a spacious leather handbag for women with the fashionable shape of a bowling bag. The front stands out thanks to the crocodile pattern embossed into the Apache leather, whilst the back has been deliberately kept smooth. This allows you to easily choose between a bold crocodile look and a more understated, minimalist style.

The Dionne is perfect for a day at work, a lunch date, an afternoon’s shopping or a day when you’d like to carry a few more bits and bobs. The two long tubular handles allow you to carry the bag in your hand, on your arm or over your shoulder. With the included detachable and adjustable shoulder strap, you can also wear it crossbody.

Two different looks in one handbag

What makes the Spikes & Sparrow Dionne special is the contrast between the front and back. The embossed crocodile pattern on the front gives the bag a bold yet sophisticated look. The smooth back, on the other hand, has a more understated appearance and clearly showcases the natural character of the leather.

You decide which side to show on the outside, making it easy to adapt the look to the occasion. The vertical leather panels and dirty silver metal details give both sides a stylish, smart finish.

The Dionne also pairs beautifully with the Spikes & Sparrow Cherice clutch, which features the same combination of a crocodile-effect pattern, smooth leather and metal detailing.

Spacious bowling bag with tubular handles

The Dionne is one of two bowling bags in this range. The rounded top, wide base and two long handles give this model its distinctive shape. Compared to the more compact Spikes & Sparrow Lisa, the Dionne offers more space for everyday essentials.

The tubular handles have a rounded finish and feel comfortable in the hand. A leather tube connector with a press stud fastening keeps both handles neatly together. This detail ensures extra comfort when carrying the bag and gives it a refined look.

What fits in the Spikes & Sparrow Dionne?

The Dionne is a spacious handbag for all the bits and bobs you need throughout the day. For example:

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

The wide, bowling-bag shape allows you to organise your belongings neatly side by side. The main compartment closes completely with a zip and opens wide, so you can quickly see where your things are.

Practical compartment layout

Inside the main compartment, you’ll find:

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

The slip pocket is ideal for items such as your mobile phone or card holder. The zipped pocket allows you to keep smaller valuables safely separate. Thanks to the key cord, your bunch of keys is easy to find.

There is an extra zipped pocket on the back. This pocket is handy for items you want to keep safe yet easily accessible, such as your mobile phone, travel card, cards or keys.

Carried by hand, over the shoulder or as a crossbody bag

The two long handles offer a variety of carrying options. You can carry the Dionne in your hand, on your arm or over one shoulder. The tube connector keeps the handles neatly together whilst you’re carrying it.

For extra freedom of movement, attach the long shoulder strap supplied. This strap is detachable and adjustable, so you can wear the bag over your shoulder or across your body at your preferred height.

Hand-dyed black Apache leather

The Dionne is first fully assembled and only then hand-coloured and waxed on the outside. This traditional finish creates subtle variations in colour depth, sheen and texture. It also adds extra nuance to the crocodile pattern and the stitching.

Apache leather is supple, thick, relatively light and soft. This makes the bag pleasant to the touch, and the material gradually moulds itself to the contents as it is used. At the same time, the leather is sturdy and suitable for intensive daily use.

As each Dionne is finished by hand individually, every bag may vary slightly. These natural variations give each bag a unique look.

Black leather that develops more and more character over time

The Apache leather becomes increasingly supple with use. Small creases, subtle variations and signs of wear are part and parcel of the material and enhance its warm, vintage look.

This allows the crocodile-effect pattern on the front to develop more depth, whilst the smooth back takes on an increasingly personalised finish. In this way, the Dionne gradually transforms into a bag with a story of its own.

Key features

Brand: Spikes & Sparrow
Model: Dionne
Colour: black
Material: Apache leather
Bag type: leather handbag for women
Bag shape: spacious bowling bag
Carrying options: in the hand, on the arm, over the shoulder or crossbody
Handles: two tubular handles
Tube connector: leather fastening with press stud
Extra shoulder strap: detachable and adjustable
Main compartment: fastens with a zip
Interior: slip pocket, zipped pocket and key cord
Back pocket: fastens with a zip
Front: crocodile-patterned leather
Back: smooth leather
Hardware: dirty silver
Finish: hand-dyed and waxed after assembly
Smaller version: Spikes & Sparrow Lisa
Matching clutch: Spikes & Sparrow Cherice

Frequently asked questions about the black Dionne

Can the Spikes & Sparrow Dionne crossbody bag be worn across the body?

Yes. The Dionne comes with a detachable and adjustable shoulder strap, so you can also wear it crossbody.

Is the crocodile-effect pattern made from crocodile leather?

No. The crocodile pattern is embossed into the Apache leather and gives the front of the bag a distinctive texture.

Can you carry the Dionne on either side?

Yes. The front has a crocodile-effect pattern and the back is plain. This allows you to switch between a striking and a more understated look.

Is the Dionne suitable for everyday use?

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

What compartments does the Dionne have?

Inside, there is a slip pocket, a zipped pocket and a key cord. There is an additional zipped pocket on the back of the bag.

What is the difference between the Dionne and the Lisa?

The Dionne is the larger bowling bag in this range and offers more storage space. The Lisa has a similar shape, but is more compact.

Why might every black Dionne look slightly different?

The bag is hand-dyed and waxed only after it has been assembled. This results in natural variations in colour, sheen and texture.

Does Apache leather become more supple with use?

Yes. The leather gradually becomes more supple and moulds itself more and more to the contents. Small creases and signs of wear enhance the vintage look.