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Bar Grexa

Loughborough University

With a background in mathematics and finance, I initially built a career in software, eventually founding and selling my own tech company. After exiting the tech startup world, I chose to follow a long-standing passion: restoring and handcrafting leather handbags. Over the past decade, I’ve lived in Southeast Asia, where I immersed myself in traditional leathercraft techniques and the world of luxury accessories. My journey led me to the The Exotic Bag Making Institute in Bangkok, where I trained in the art of high-end handbag making. Today, I merge technical precision with artistic craftsmanship—creating pieces that honor traditional leatherwork while embracing timelessl design. My work is grounded in sustainability and a deep appreciation for the enduring quality of real leather.

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