Where Culture Meets Craftsmanship
Eco-chic handbags and accessories handmade in Sydney from Portuguese cork.
Newest Arrivals
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Ivonita Cork Crossbody Bag - Chevron
Regular price $49.00 AUDRegular price$49.00 AUDSale price $49.00 AUD -
Ivonita Cork Crossbody Bag - Midnight
Regular price $49.00 AUDRegular price$49.00 AUDSale price $49.00 AUD -
Ivonita Cork Crossbody Bag - Tribal
Regular price $49.00 AUDRegular price$49.00 AUDSale price $49.00 AUD -
Sabrina Cork Crossbody Bag - Chevron
Regular price $69.00 AUDRegular price$69.00 AUDSale price $69.00 AUD -
Sabrina Cork Crossbody Bag - Midnight
Regular price $69.00 AUDRegular price$69.00 AUDSale price $69.00 AUD -
Sabrina Cork Crossbody Bag - Tribal
Regular price $69.00 AUDRegular price$69.00 AUDSale price $69.00 AUD -
Victoria Cork Crossbody Bag - Chevron
Regular price $89.00 AUDRegular price$89.00 AUDSale price $89.00 AUD -
Victoria Cork Crossbody Bag - Midnight
Regular price $89.00 AUDRegular price$89.00 AUDSale price $89.00 AUD -
Victoria Cork Crossbody Bag - Tribal
Regular price $89.00 AUDRegular price$89.00 AUDSale price $89.00 AUD -
Maria Cork Shoulder Bag - Chevron
Regular price $129.00 AUDRegular price$129.00 AUDSale price $129.00 AUD
Where Beauty Meets Conscience
As durable as leather, cork is softer, lighter, and water-resistant.
Browse By Collection
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Guida Tote Bags
A timeless staple for workdays, weekends, and everything in between — the...
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Maria Shoulder Bags
Versatile, roomy, and effortlessly chic — the Maria Cork Shoulder Bag is...
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Victoria Crossbody Bags
Effortless, practical, and beautifully streamlined — the Victoria Cork Crossbody Bag is...
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Sabrina Crossbody Bags
The perfect balance of size and simplicity — the Sabrina Cork Crossbody...
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Ivonita Crossbody Bags
Compact, elegant, and effortlessly functional — the Ivonita Cork Crossbody Bag is...
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Kelly Makeup Purses
Small, stylish, and endlessly useful — the Kelly Cork Makeup Purse keeps...
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Isabel Purses
Elegant in its simplicity, the Isabel Cork Purse is designed to keep...
Where Heritage Meets Modern Design
Inspired by Portuguese tradition, reimagined through contemporary Australian style.
Top Sellers
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Ivonita Cork Crossbody Bag - Azulejo
Regular price $49.00 AUDRegular price$49.00 AUDSale price $49.00 AUD -
Sabrina Cork Crossbody Bag - Laser Cut Leaf
Regular price $69.00 AUDRegular price$69.00 AUDSale price $69.00 AUD -
Isabel Cork Purse - Azulejo
Regular price $19.00 AUDRegular price$19.00 AUDSale price $19.00 AUD -
Guida Cork Tote Bag - Azulejo
Regular price $149.00 AUDRegular price$149.00 AUDSale price $149.00 AUD -
Ivonita Cork Crossbody Bag - Geo
Regular price $49.00 AUDRegular price$49.00 AUDSale price $49.00 AUD -
Victoria Cork Crossbody Bag - Laser Cut Leaf
Regular price $89.00 AUDRegular price$89.00 AUDSale price $89.00 AUD -
Maria Cork Shoulder Bag - Azulejo
Regular price $129.00 AUDRegular price$129.00 AUDSale price $129.00 AUD -
Sabrina Cork Crossbody Bag - Azulejo
Regular price $69.00 AUDRegular price$69.00 AUDSale price $69.00 AUD -
Victoria Cork Crossbody Bag - Azulejo
Regular price $89.00 AUDRegular price$89.00 AUDSale price $89.00 AUD -
Ivonita Cork Crossbody Bag - Laser Cut Leaf
Regular price $49.00 AUDRegular price$49.00 AUDSale price $49.00 AUD
Markets & Events
FEBRUARY:
Sat 7th Feb: Olive Tree Market (Newcastle)
MARCH:
Sun 1st Mar: Kirribilli Markets (Kirribilli)
Sat 7th Mar: Olive Tree Market (Newcastle)
Sat 14th Mar: Bairro Portugues (Petersham)
Meet the Maker
Meet Eloi Mota, the designer and founder behind Cork By Design. Combining his Portuguese family heritage with modern Australian craftsmanship, Eloi brings sustainable style to life with beautiful cork handbags and accessories handcrafted in his Sydney home studio.
Loved by Our Customers
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David Patterson
*****
Extremely pleased with product and whole ordering experience. The bag looks and feels lovely and the craftsmanship is impeccable.
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Donna Downing
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I absolutely loved the paisley printed cork very different, soft and light to touch very happy with my purchase
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Sue Pilcher
*****
Amazing service , arrived very quickly. Luv.luv, luv my new bag. Cannot recommend highly enough.
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Terry Graham
*****
Loved your handbags. Couldn’t believe the cork material is so soft. Love them as they are different from any I have seen.
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Ann Rogers
*****
The bag is beautiful. So light and soft. I have been watching how they harvest the cork. Totally amazing. The service has been great.
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Brian Alexander
*****
Loved these handbags at first glance. So unique & colourful. A little touch of the Mediterranean!
Blog posts
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My Story: How Portuguese Heritage Inspired Cork...
My Story: How Portuguese Heritage Inspired Cork By Design Some stories begin with a business plan.Mine began with heritage, curiosity, and a deep connection to Portugal. Cork By Design was...
My Story: How Portuguese Heritage Inspired Cork...
My Story: How Portuguese Heritage Inspired Cork By Design Some stories begin with a business plan.Mine began with heritage, curiosity, and a deep connection to Portugal. Cork By Design was...
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Why Cork Is the Sustainable Material the Fashio...
Discover why Portuguese cork is one of fashion’s most sustainable materials — renewable, durable, vegan, and handcrafted into bags in Sydney.
Why Cork Is the Sustainable Material the Fashio...
Discover why Portuguese cork is one of fashion’s most sustainable materials — renewable, durable, vegan, and handcrafted into bags in Sydney.



















