Behind Richard Paige
Our Brand
Richard Paige is a fine leather goods company founded in 2017 by husband and wife-duo Tom & Brit Schell. Every piece is hand-sewn with quality materials from leather purveyors around the world. The couple strives to create completely handcrafted products in a simplistic and modern way, while still respecting the traditional craft of the past.
modern design. traditional craftsmanship.
Luxury leather goods made entirely by hand in Adelaide, Australia and designed to be worn forever.
Our Story
Australian leather craftsman, Tom Schell, has always loved working with his hands, no matter the medium. He first got into leather work in 2016 when his wife, Brit, mentioned her need for a simple black clutch. Always fascinated with how things are made and true artisanal work, this first bag was therefore created solely by hand. As the clean and classic aesthetic of the bags began to resonate with others and Tom’s ever-persisting itch to create with his hands continued to grow, Richard Paige was formed in 2018. The attention to detail and quality that he values in traditional artisan craftsmanship is now a philosophy he applies to his leather work. The proof is in the look and feel of their bags and the display of heart and perseverance behind them.
Our Process
Tom made his first bag in 2016 for his wife simply by picking up a few tools and a hide, and nothing has really changed. They still use their hands, effective machinery and basic tools to make leather bags and accessories with simplistic, thoughtful design, and a passion for perfection in every detail. Tom mostly uses what's called a saddle stitch, which is a stitch that can only be created by hand; this style of stitching far outlasts that on a machine and ensures a leather good that represents artisanal craft and will last for years and years.
Our Commitment
The attention to detail and quality that we value in traditional artisan craftsmanship is now a philosophy we apply to our leather work.