Compact Briefcase
Brighten up your commute
In the humdrum world of nondescript business bags our Compact Briefcase offers you the chance to stand out from the crowd. Previously deployed in active duty for up to 25 years, fighting fires across the UK, the hard-wearing fire-hose is perfectly suited for your daily commute. This classic shape will fit a 14" laptop and has both an internal zip pocket and a padded full-width open pocket for your tablet. The bag can be carried in the hand and also comes with a detachable strap that enables it to be worn comfortably on the shoulder.
The Elvis & Kresse Compact Briefcase is made from genuine decommissioned fire-hose and the lining is reclaimed military-grade parachute silk.
We also offer a Limited Edition 'Print Room' Compact Briefcase. Made from reclaimed printing blankets combined with our signature decommissioned fire-hose, this version makes a bold statement. The re-engineered printing blanket creates a visually stunning textile that is strong and beautiful to the touch. This iteration maintains all the design features of the full fire-hose version as described above.
The Fire-hose Collection
We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity.
For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.
Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represents a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind.
Features
- Dimensions: H 29 x W 36 x D 9 cm
- Handle Drop: 12 cm
- Max Strap Drop: 45 cm
- Exterior: Choice of genuine decommissioned British fire-hose or reclaimed printing blanket
- Lining: Reclaimed military-grade parachute silk
- Shaped and padded adjustable shoulder strap in genuine decommissioned British fire-hose
- Available in Red, rare Yellow fire-hose, or Black printing blanket
- Practical design
- Internal zip pocket
- Internal quick access full-width padded pocket
- Presented in a reclaimed military-grade parachute silk dust bag, reusable as a shopping or delicate-wash bag
- Fits a laptop with max dimensions: H 25 x W 33.5 cm
- Etched Elvis & Kresse logo
- Handmade with hand-painted and bound edges
- Water resistant, Wipe-clean
- Vegan
- Repaired for life
- Free international delivery
- Personalisation Available
- 50% of profits go to The Fire Fighters Charity
Frequently Asked Questions
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Shipping is £4.95 for orders under £100 and free for orders £100+
We currently only ship within the UK.
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We accept most major credit cards as well as Apple Pay, Google Pay, Shop Pay & Clearpay.
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We understand that sometimes you need to return a purchase, maybe it is the wrong size or doesn't look the same to the picture online, not to worry!
We accept returns within 30 days of purchase.
You are responsible for the cost of returning items, unless faulty or incorrect item received.
Some independent brands offer free return labels, you will be advised this when you submit your return request.
See our full Returns Policy.
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