The Beginning

The Beginning

Our ambition was to simply make a better bag. We couldn’t find what we wanted ‑ a creative blend of exceptional quality, personal style, and everyday functionality ‑ so we decided to make the ultimate carry‑on for an audience of one. Obviously, that led to a lot more. Now, we happily share our obsession for exceptional Engineered Luxury by offering limited‑edition and one‑of‑a‑kind bags known for their artisanal creativity, extraordinary quality and everyday usability.
Design Principles

Design Principles

Our approach, called Engineered Luxury, is equal parts form
 and function, beauty and utility. Our goal is to design bags
 that are independent of seasons or trends – valued because
of their quality, usability, and uniquely personal style. We are
heavily influenced by the concept of timeless, as the ultimate
form of sustainability. With a broad perspective, we
 constantly explore the use of new materials and artisanal
elements to provide our customers something exceptional.
What makes us unique

What Makes Us Unique?

You’ve heard the saying, quality comes first. Of course, that
 might be promotional hyperbole for some but we really live it.
 We are committed to using the best possible materials and
uncompromising craftsmanship. But, there’s more. What
 really sets us apart is our vision to create handcrafted works
 of art. Like a painting or couture dress, every one of our bags
 is unique, numbered as part of a limited‑edition series, with
 handcrafted artisanal elements, or literally one‑of‑a‑kind.
Innovation

Innovation

Experimentation, and the acceptance of failure, on the
 way to achieving exceptional outcomes, is part of our
 culture. We test incessantly to improve your experience
 of owning a Virgil James bag. Whether it’s our handcrafted
 bronze hardware, custom polished carabiners, original art
 panels or cashmere felt, we are constantly innovating to
 deliver the exceptional. When it comes to quality, utility
 and creative style, there is no status quo at Virgil James.
Product Collections

Our Collections

Our Collections are both timeless and uniquely expressive.
 They share a devotion to classic design, uncompromising
 quality and creative artistic style. The limited-edition CityLine
Collections are influenced by memorable places – Reykjavik,
Santa Fe and Buenos Aires. They are subtle and minimally
accented. The Originals Collections – Classic and Art – are
one-of-a-kind style statements, with the flexibility to reflect
your changing personal style. They can be minimalist or
maximalist, sophisticated or edgy – whatever you desire.
Experience Counts

Experience Counts

Great products don't just happen. We’re strong believers
 in the value of experience and a diversity of skills
 and creative approaches. Guided by a commitment to
 uncompromising quality and artistic creativity, we engage
 a wide range of multi-disciplinary talent and experience to
 create unique, exceptional, and always-personal outcomes.
Buying from Virgil James

Buying From Virgil James

We support sales online and through a very select group
of independent retailers. You can purchase the entire
 Virgil James product line through our website or at our
Studio Store in Solana Beach, or visit one of our retail
partners to conveniently shop a curated selection of our
bags and accessories. Prices are the same online or in a
store. All of our bags are guaranteed for a lifetime of use.