Reimagined Waxed Cotton Day Bags
Give an old wax jacket a practical new purpose. Our individual day bags are created using suitable waxed cotton, linings, pockets, fastenings and distinctive details recovered from jackets that can no longer continue in their original form.
Useful, individual and full of original character
A jacket may become too worn, damaged or unsuitable to remain wearable while still containing sections of strong and characterful material.
Rather than allowing those usable parts to be discarded, they can be incorporated into a practical day bag. Original pockets, studs, labels, zips, tartan linings and naturally aged panels may all become features of the finished design.
Because every source garment is different, no two day bags will have precisely the same colour, markings, pocket arrangement or detailing.
Preserve recognisable sections and details from a jacket that may hold personal memories.
Suitable material may also be selected from Wax Jackets Cleaned stock.
Tell us what you plan to carry so that your requirements can be considered.
Additional internal foam or padding can be discussed for belongings that require greater protection.
Day bags with very different histories
These examples demonstrate how jackets from different decades, manufacturers and styles can produce completely different finished bags.
Belstaff Trialmaster Day Bag
Created from a Belstaff Trialmaster jacket from the 1990s. Although the original jacket had reached the end of its wearable life, its surviving material was given a useful new purpose.
Barbour and Harrods Day Bag
This distinctive example was produced using a Barbour and Harrods jacket dating from the 1980s, retaining the character of an unusual original garment.
Burberry Jacket Reimagined
An older Burberry jacket provided the material for this individual bag, transforming an established piece of outerwear into something practical for everyday use.
Coordinated Padded Day Bags
These two bags were created from matching jackets as a coordinated pair. Additional padding was incorporated into their walls to provide greater protection for the contents.
A practical size for everyday use
A day bag provides useful carrying space without the larger dimensions of a full weekend holdall. It may be suitable for everyday belongings, work items, travel essentials or general daily use.
Approximately 420mm long × 310mm high × 150mm deep.
These measurements are provided only as a guide. The amount, shape and condition of the usable material will influence the proportions and construction of the finished bag.
Please tell us what you intend to carry when making your enquiry. This helps us understand the size, compartments and level of protection that may be appropriate.
From old jacket to individual day bag
Every project begins with a conversation about the garment, available material and intended use.
Choose the material
Tell us whether you have your own jacket or would like to ask about suitable material from our stock.
Explain its use
Describe what you plan to carry and any particular pockets, carrying options or protection you require.
Discuss the possibilities
The condition, size and usable sections of the source garment will determine what can reasonably be created.
Receive an individual quotation
Pricing and timescale can be discussed once the material and requirements of the project are understood.
Looking for a different bag style?
View the full collection to compare larger, smaller and more specialised designs.
Reimagined day bag FAQs
Can you make a day bag from my own wax jacket?
Potentially, yes. The jacket must contain enough suitable and usable material. Contact us with information and photographs before sending the garment.
Does my jacket need to be a particular brand?
No particular brand is required. Suitability depends more on the jacket’s material, size, construction and condition than the name on its label.
Will my bag look exactly like the examples?
No. The examples demonstrate previous work. Every jacket has different pockets, seams, fastenings, colours and areas of wear, so every finished bag will be different.
Can original pockets and labels be retained?
Where suitable, original pockets, labels, zips, studs, linings and recognisable panels may be incorporated into the new design.
Can extra internal protection be added?
Additional padding or foam protection can be discussed. Explain what you intend to carry so that the most appropriate construction can be considered.
How much will a reimagined day bag cost?
Projects are assessed individually because the source material, required size, complexity and finishing details differ. Contact us for guidance and an individual quotation.
Could your old jacket become a day bag?
Send us a brief description of the jacket, its approximate size and condition, and what you would like the finished bag to be used for.
Individual results, measurements, appearance, pricing and timescale depend on the source material and agreed requirements.