The Bespoke List
LOUIS VUITTON
Each of Louis Vuitton’s bespoke trunks is handcrafted in the house’s 158-yearold Asnieres atelier outside Paris, now run by fifth-generation family member Patrick- Louis Vuitton. louisvuitton.com
GOYARD
From finely tuned rolling trunks to an everyday carryall crafted to fit your specific needs, each Goyard bespoke commission is made by a single artisan in the brand’s workshop in the south of France. goyard.com
RAPPORT LONDON
Known for making watch and jewellery travel cases and accessories, Rapport London can also custom craft a trunk out of rare wood and fine Italian leather. rapportlondon.com
HERMES
From a whimsical holder for an apple and paring knife to private jet interiors, the artisans at the historic Hermes workshop in Paris will render anything you can imagine in the house’s fine leathers. hermes.com
TROUBADOUR
For a weekend bag handcrafted to suit your packing style, tap the experts at London-based Troubadour Goods. troubadourgoods.com
EPHTEE
Classically designed and handmade by a team of three artisans in Bordeaux, Ephtee’s large trunks house everything from a travelling wardrobe to a Baccarat chandelier. ephtee.com
FRANK CLEGG
Although Frank Clegg specialises in small leather goods, the artisans at the brand’s workshop in Fall River, Massachusetts, are happy to create styles of any size in customtanned leather. frankclegg.com
GLOBE-TROTTER
Known for compact trunks and luggage in candy-coloured leather, Globe-trotter has a team of artisans in its Hertfordshire, England, factory that don’t shy away from exuberant commissions — think custom-printed lining and extra compartments. globe- trotter.com