Focus on our crossbody bags
Sometimes you need a bag that allows you to keep your hands free. All of our crossbody bags have adjustable and often removable straps, making them great versatile companions for everyday adventures.
Who we are
Elvis & Kresse was founded in 2005 after we had a chance meeting with the London Fire Brigade and discovered that their damaged and decommissioned fire-hoses were full of life, but headed to landfill. We launched a bold mission: to Rescue these hoses, Transform them into a pioneering collection of luxury accessories and Donate 50% of the profits to the Fire Fighters Charity.
Over the last 20 years, we have been dedicated to saving London’s fire-hoses, and a growing stable of other end-of-life materials. All of our pieces are handcrafted with the highest social and environmental standards. Our multi-award winning impact and focus on regeneration have won us fans, collaborators, and partnerships the world over.
In 2021 Elvis & Kresse moved everything to a farm to operate regeneratively; we have redesigned our business, ensuring that it gives exponentially more than it takes. We built a straw bale workshop that runs on renewables and reduced our power consumption by 94.7%, constructed a wetland system to treat our own waste water, and are establishing a regenerative farm, anchored by a vineyard, which puts soil and biodiversity first. This regenerative journey continues.
Walpole Sustainable Luxury Brand of the Year
In the 2025 edition of the Walpole British Luxury Awards, Elvis & Kresse was named Sustainable Luxury Brand of the Year, recognising its pioneering approach to turning waste materials into timeless luxury pieces and setting new standards for sustainability in British design.
The award celebrates brands that go beyond words to embed sustainability into every part of their business. We impressed the judging panel with our commitment to circular design, craftsmanship, and social impact. From transforming decommissioned fire-hoses into covetable accessories to donating 50% of profits to good causes.
"Two decades ago, we began a radical experiment, transforming London's discarded fire-hoses into symbols of hope and renewal. This award is not just an honour; it is a call to action. We invite the British Luxury community to join us in proving that beauty and sustainability can thrive together. Collectively we can inspire a world where regeneration is the ultimate form of luxury."
