Cleo
Cleo is known for the iconic Cleo Bag, deemed an ‘It Bag’ by the New York Times in Fall ‘24.
The namesake brand was founded in Los Angeles by Cleo Camp who started Cleo from her living room as a means of personal expression beyond life as a set designer. Cleo is focused on the making of each piece - the craft.
Before the official Cleo launch in March 2024, her first sale at Melet Mercantile sold out. On her own, she made and sold 300 silver bags in just a few months — she couldn’t sew fast enough.
Cleo Bags are designed for Day & Night, stemming from the idea that handmade garments can be worn every day when they’re built to last. Our collection handbags are hand sewn by a local artisanal team of three, with focus on construction and sustainable materials.
Cleo pieces are meant to be worn, lived in and loved.
Wear them well.
Product Information
Cleo Bags are handmade by a team of three in Los Angeles.
Each handbag is cut and sewn by hand from Oeko-Tex certified by-product leather. We use top of the line leather that is award winning and certified the most sustainable leather on the market. Our herbivore bags are made from Peta approved water based, fruit & vegetable leather.
Leather is considered a natural product which ensures durability over time. Cleo Bags are meant to be worn every day and sewn to last.
Our Cleo Tees are sewn local. Reverse our tees from day to night for a low cut front or low cut back.
Cleaning
To clean leather & plant based bags we recommend Kaps, a biodegradable accessory solvent. Use suede cleaner for interior.
Denim and cotton based bags can be machine washed on delicate and air dried. Keep suede handbags away from water, rain and an abundance of sunscreen.
All bags are fit for dry cleaning.
Cleo Tees are sewn in fine rib cotton, hand wash or machine wash on delicate to ensure longevity and secure our double button signature. Wash white tees with whites to keep the color bright. To whiten your tee after use, wash with Woolite.
Brand Information
We are proud to say that Cleo is a fair trade brand. We focus on paying equal wages. Our timeless handbags are not only elegant, but they are made with sustainable leather and built to last.
From day one, Cleo has made conscious decisions to reduce waste and re-use leftover materials. Cleo began solely as a scrap-based brand and as demand grew, Cleo committed to prototyping with alternate leathers as they become available and sourcing leather responsibly - this is a priority as the brand expands.
Cleo Special
Items under the Cleo special tag are one of a kind and final sale.
Order Processing
Please allow 1 week processing time for all purchases. Some items may ship more quickly than others.
Exchanges & Returns
Send an email to cleojcamp@gmail.com within five days of in person purchase or online delivery without use for a return or exchange. Please email for free in house repairs (customer is responsible for shipping / local drop-off).
We find handmade imperfections add charm and beauty to each of our unique handbags, however if you are not satisfied with your purchase please follow our instructions above.
Sample sale and custom made to order purchases are final sale.
Cleo
The Cleo Bag - For day & night. New York Times: ‘It’ Bag
Est. Summer 2023 Los Angeles, CA. All of our stitches are sewn local.
For collaborations, commissions & inquiries please email cleojcamp@gmail.com
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For collaborations, special requests and inquiries contact cleojcamp@gmail.com