Upon receiving the DeMellier London Clutch,

 I was immediately impressed by its premium hardware. 

The bag arrived in a dust bag inside a plastic bag, 

which was an underwhelming unboxing experience. 

However, when I opened the dust bag, the bag itself was impressive. 

The color was a beautiful black. The bag's design was simple yet elegant, 

with a gold-tone metal chain that could be used as a shoulder or crossbody strap. 

The weight of the clutch itself and the snap closure both felt of 

high quality and comparable to luxury hardware.

The leather itself had a good amount of pigmented finish, 

providing a uniform look and protection. I estimate that the 

cost of leather and assembly would total around $65, 

which makes the final $330 price slightly above my range of affordable luxury pricing.

Furthermore, DeMellier proudly mentions that its bags are made in Ubrique,

 where most top luxury brand bags are crafted. However, upon closer inspection, 

I noticed a few red flags that did not match up to the level of detail I 

witnessed in my Polene, Strathberry, and other luxury brand bags that were also made in Ubrique.

In my opinion, the inside lining, more specifically, the patches that cover up 

some internal parts of the bag can be improved. It felt like the materials 

were just slapped onto the leather without giving much thought to the design.  

I haven't seen this in the other brands I reviewed such as Polene and Strathberry 

which were both made from Ubrique. Better materials could be used to 

improve the inside lining and details considering the bag's price.

DeMellier's Ubrique workshops may not be as detailed and precise as 

those of high-end luxury brands workshops (most of which are also from Ubrique),

 which gives the clutch a more budget-friendly look.

All in all, the craftsmanship was good but not exceptional.

Despite its slightly higher price point, the DeMellier London Clutch 

still has a lot of great qualities. The leather itself is of good quality. 

While it may not necessarily be the absolute best, it is still great for

 its price range. In addition, the design and production of the clutch

 itself were well done. DeMellier's aesthetic is modern and fresh, 

with sleek lines and simplistic designs. Overall, I believe that 

DeMellier is a nice alternative to luxury leather brands.

While the DeMellier London Clutch has some positive qualities,

 it did not meet my heightened expectations due to the brand's

 popularity and the "Made in Ubrique" branding behind it. However,

 this does not mean that the DeMellier leather products are not of good 

quality overall. The brand offers nice designs and production,

 which make their leather a nice alternative to luxury brands. Furthermore,

 DeMellier's affordable pricing has allowed them to make a name for

 themselves in the fashion industry. This is important as not everyone 

can afford luxury leather goods, and having an alternative option is always beneficial.

However, there is still room for improvement for DeMellier.

 I suggest a slightly lower price point that would better fit the

 brand's definition of “affordable luxury pricing”.

 While the leather and production are good, 

there are some budget-friendly details that still make 

the clutch look like it was crafted with a lower budget. 

I suggest that DeMellier could tweak these details and 

really elevate their products closer to luxury status to fully

 satisfy their definition of affordable luxury pricing.

 

You might also be wondering why DeMellier bags are priced so 

affordably compared to luxury houses that charge three to ten 

times more for comparable products. Well, it's all about the 

business model. DeMellier does not engineer an elite status

 and load that onto high-quality leather goods. Instead, 

they focus on providing affordable luxury to customers by using cost-effective yet high-quality materials.

Another standout feature of DeMellier is the brand's commitment to

 social responsibility. For every bag purchased, DeMellier donates 

a vaccine to a child in need. I appreciate the brand's approach to

 giving back to society, and I believe it adds value to the product.

While the DeMellier London Clutch may not be the absolute best,

 it can still be considered good quality. The brand's overall production 

is on par with luxury brands, and the affordability factor is a clear advantage.

 DeMellier offers a nice balance to those looking for designer-quality leather goods without breaking the bank.

Conclusion

DeMellier is a brand that offers affordable luxury options while also

 contributing positively to society. The DeMellier London Clutch bag 

I reviewed was good but not exceptional in terms of craftsmanship. 

It is a good option for those who want luxury leather without a luxury price tag.

The leather and hardware are of good quality, and the design and production 

are both on point. While there is still room for improvement, DeMellier is a great

 alternative to pricier luxury leather brands. The affordability of DeMellier bags 

makes it an attractive option for customers who want to own a quality leather

 bag without breaking the bank. If you're looking for an affordable luxury brand 

with a social responsibility component, DeMellier is worth considering.

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