Respecting the heritage of pastoral traditions and using local leather to make sustainable handmade bags, sandals, slippers and clothing.
Created by Jean-Pierre Romiguier, the Sac du Berger story began in Layrolle on the edge of Larzac... In love with his Aveyron homeland, he inscribed his artisanal leather workshop in the tradition of the shepherd's bag, whose current form dates back to the 18th century.e century. It's a story that draws on the world of the transhumant shepherd, his privileged link between heaven and earth, while remaining true to his original ambition: "To learn to work with leather while respecting the subtle balance of its varieties".
Leather goods, clothing, accessories, footwear... Le Sac du Berger is all about making authentic, durable and natural leather goods. All our products guarantee unique quality and beauty. With a heritage dating back several centuries, this expert in wool and leather craftsmanship offers unique expertise: a union of supple leather and thick leather with invisible seams, all items from the workshop are handcrafted.
For thousands of years, the shepherd, protector of his flock, has carried with him his only companion: a leather bag. A bag perfectly adapted to his needs: designed with pockets, compartments, great flexibility and a shoulder strap for freedom of movement. The quality of this leather bag made it a unique product, and it went on to become the company's flagship item.
Today at Sac du Berger, the leather bag is available in a variety of forms, including handbagsWe offer a wide range of bags, backpacks, saddlebags and tote bags. In all sizes and styles, to meet every need.
Our wool and leather companion items are made in our workshops. All raw materials used are French: leather, wool and turned sheepskin come from less than 120 kilometers from our workshop.
Each part is manufactured by a single person from design to completion. Each person has his or her own workspace with tools and machines for comfort and productivity.
Creation of capes, jackets and coats in local wool, footwear and leather bags for men and women, Sac du Berger is above all a range of products inspired by the pastoral life of shepherds. It's a genuine handcrafted product that's part of an ancestral tradition.
Recognized for its excellent craftsmanship and industrial know-how, in 2008 the Sac du Berger workshop was awarded the "Entreprise du Patrimoine Vivant (EPV)" label, a real mark of recognition that has enabled it to continue growing.
It's in France, between Causse and Cévennes, that our workshop handcrafts authentic, robust and durable pieces to accompany you every day. Our craftsmanship is based on the use of local leathers and wools from the Hérault and Aveyron regions, less than 120km from our workshop. Short production runs, respectful of the environment and a guarantee of quality.
The workshop brings together 5 skills straight from our centuries-old heritage: saddlery, leatherwork, bootmaking, woollen skin work, leather and wool clothing.
Our parts are...
Genuine leather, sheep's wool and careful finishing
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