A leather crossbody bag with a removable strap gives you two distinct ways to carry the same design: across the body with the strap attached, or held in the hand with it removed. An adjustable strap changes where the bag sits; a detachable strap changes how you wear it.
For TALAWA, that small detail opens up different styling possibilities. Wear it across a coat for a morning out, then remove the strap and carry it in hand for dinner. The bag remains recognisably yours as the setting changes.
One design. A different way to carry it.
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What is the difference between an adjustable and a removable strap?
An adjustable strap lets you change its length so you can find a carrying position that suits you.
A removable strap, also called a detachable strap, can be disconnected from the bag altogether.
TALAWA offers both. Its two-tone adjustable strap features an embossed LM logo detail and can be removed when you prefer to carry the bag in hand.
| Strap feature | What it changes |
|---|---|
| Adjustable length | Where the bag rests against your body |
| Detachable fittings | Whether you carry it with or without the strap |
| Two-tone design | The colour and detail the strap brings to your outfit |
It is worth checking both features when comparing crossbody bags. A strap can be adjustable without being removable.
A crossbody bag for the everyday
There is an ease to wearing a bag across the body. Your hands are free to browse a bookshop, carry a coffee or reach for your keys.
TALAWA’s strap becomes part of the outfit: a line of contrasting colour across knitwear, a shirt or a tailored jacket. Adjust its length to find the position you prefer, taking the layers you are wearing into account.
When trying a crossbody bag, assess it with your usual belongings inside. Check that you can comfortably reach the opening and that the strap sits as you like it.
The right position is personal. Let comfort and proportion guide you.
Remove the strap for a different evening look
Detaching the strap changes the way you interact with the bag—and the way it sits within an outfit.
Held in the hand, TALAWA’s silhouette and embossed leather come into focus. The crossbody strap no longer runs across your clothing, giving you another way to style the same piece with a dress, tailoring or an evening coat.
For plans that move from daytime into dinner, you can keep your belongings in the same bag and change how you carry it.
To remove the strap, rest the bag on a stable surface and release the detachable fittings at each end. Store the strap carefully. When reattaching it, check that both fittings are fully secured before lifting the bag.
How to style TALAWA from day to evening
Think of the removable strap as another styling choice, alongside your shoes, jewellery or outerwear.
With denim and knitwear
Wear TALAWA across the body over a fine knit or relaxed shirt. Choose a strap length that feels comfortable and allows the bag to sit neatly with your outfit.
With a blazer or tailored coat
Let the two-tone strap bring contrast to simple tailoring. When wearing heavier layers, check the fit again rather than assuming your usual adjustment will feel the same.
With an evening outfit
Remove the strap and carry TALAWA in hand. Keep the rest of the outfit as understated or expressive as you like; the change in carrying style gives the bag a different presence.
These are starting points. The most convincing styling is the version that feels natural to you.
Choose the colour that belongs in your wardrobe
The TALAWA collection brings four expressions to one crossbody design:
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Onyx: black leather to explore alongside a darker palette or contrasting lighter clothes.
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Taupe: a neutral option to consider with cream, denim and tonal dressing.
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Olive: an earthy colour to pair with neutrals or other shades you enjoy.
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Grape: a richer colour that can become a recurring accent in your wardrobe.
Consider the strap as well as the bag when choosing. Look at the complete combination with your favourite coat or jacket, then picture the bag carried without the strap.
The TALAWA details
TALAWA is a lambskin leather crossbody bag with a suedette lining, silver hardware and a removable, adjustable two-tone strap. It measures 22 × 25 cm.
Compare those external dimensions with a bag you already use. The opening, depth and interior layout also affect what fits, so choose around your own belongings.
Its versatility comes from the relationship between those details: the leather, the proportions, the strap and the option to change how you carry it.
For more on choosing a bag for your routine, read our everyday leather handbag guide.
Considered design, with a story behind it
Louise Meddar is a British-Jamaican heritage handbag house shaped by family, style and self-expression.
Louise’s father was a cobbler and her mother a seamstress. Her memories of Sunday best—and the bag her mother chose to complete the look—form part of the story behind the brand.
That connection between what we wear and how we carry ourselves continues through TALAWA.
Your questions about removable-strap crossbody bags
Does TALAWA have a removable strap?
Yes. TALAWA’s two-tone strap is removable and adjustable, allowing you to wear the bag across the body or carry it in hand.
Can a crossbody bag be carried like a clutch?
A crossbody bag with a detachable strap can be carried in the hand once the strap is removed. Whether that suits you depends on the bag’s dimensions, shape and how comfortable you find it to hold. TALAWA offers this strap-free carrying option.
Does removing the strap change what fits inside?
No. Removing the strap changes the carrying style, not the bag’s internal capacity.
Can you attach any replacement strap?
Do not assume that every strap will fit. Attachment size, hardware and suitability vary. Contact Louise Meddar before choosing a replacement or alternative strap.
Explore TALAWA
A crossbody for the walk there. Carried in hand for the evening ahead.
Discover TALAWA in Onyx, Taupe, Olive and Grape, and find your own way to wear it.