“As an artist, I have always been fascinated by the finer details of design. I believe it is every single element that transcends a piece from bland to beautiful, and I make this my primary focus and philosophy when I create for you. From my very first pencil sketch to the final hand crafted piece, I am constantly mindful of even the smallest features.
It is this cohesive balance of attention to detail, design, fine hand crafting, and rich leather that makes a stunning piece worthy of being called a ‘work of art’. My goal is to transform traditional Western qualities into an eye-catching fashion statement for today’s Western man and woman in every piece; from the tiniest swirl to our custom hardware to each intricate stamp and score of hand tooled leather.
I thank you for your continued confidence and inspiration over the past 23 years. We are passionate about what we do and hope you will again enjoy what we have created for you this year.”
Louise deKok,
Designer
The mere mention of "American West" conjures up images of cowboys and pathfinders in search of new frontiers. With this pioneering tradition, American West celebrates the human spirit that lives on in the hearts of many, still today as in days gone by.
It is this legacy that has inspired American West's product line, the leaders in Western handbags and accessories for over 21 years. It is a legacy of quality, hand-crafted leather items made by hand - one at a time - that reflect the true values of the West. Founded in 1986, American West specializes in elegant leather goods, hand-tooled by skilled craftsmen from the Guarani Indian tribe. Each American West design is classic at heart, with a fresh take on the tradition of hand-tooling and western style.
Few handbag companies can match the longevity of American West. Even fewer can match the exceptional quality and uniqueness, and large selection of our designs. It is for these reasons that American West is regarded as the leader in Western handbags and accessories.
Capturing the spirit of the true West, American West designs are influenced by the men and woman who embrace the lifestyle and are proud to be part of the culture. Industrialization has allowed some companies create tooled leather through the use of machines. Not at American West. Each and every American West item is still tooled by hand, one strike at a time, to create these beautiful works of art. Though our products are created by time-honored traditions, the modern day conveniences of cell phone pouches, credit card slots and zipper pulls (to mention only a few) are not forgotten in the design details.
The popular American West designs feature handbags, luggage, briefcases, small leather goods and gift items from a collection of more than 400 styles. Added is the American West's Home Collection that features more than fifty unique pillow designs ranging from whimsical to classic Cowboy. All products carry a lifetime manufacturer’s defect guarantee.
Individually hand crafted one-at-a-time, our bags are made of 100% hand-picked genuine leather with constant attention to quality and durability. We stand behind our product with an unconditional lifetime manufacturers’ guarantee by repairing or replacing any product. With such a commitment to quality, it is no accident that American West handbags have become classics in their own right, proudly worn by loyal customers for many years.