Respecting age-old techniques, each Callista Crafts item is a manifestation of passion for the art of leather craftsmanship that inspires, refines expertise and is integral to the brand’s business model. Preserving the valued techniques learnt and passed down through generations, building a legacy of fine craftsmanship is at the core of the brand. From sourcing the finest quality Italian leathers to crafting each product with extraordinary attention to detail in the atelier, every unique design has its own, artisanal story.

Each piece of leather is handled delicately, and stealthily cut by hand to ensure utmost respect for the material. Highly skilled craftswomen hand-stitch them in Callista’s Athens headquarters. As every single leather panel is hand- sewn to its match, the bag begins to materialise, one stitch at a time. With rigorous attention, a piercing needle is worked in and out of the supple leather corners, to achieve each signature stitch. Then, it is embellished with over three hours of signature hand stitching and weaved details. The weaved top handle of the iconic Tote is made of 12m of leather cord per handle, and is hand-knotted all over its length. Newest additions to the collection involve hand-stitching chain through the leather, which is a highly demanding procedure that requires impeccable expertise. These handcrafted details are Callista’s blueprint. It is with relentless precision and immaculate finesse that each design is created, in an ethical and sustainable manner, unaffected by seasonality and trends.