Autumn's Hottest New Texture: Meet the Lyla Deer Print Bag
Every autumn has a texture. This year, it's hair-on leather. Soft to the touch, rich in print and made for the colder months, it brings something different to a season of knits, wool coats and velvet.
Meet the Lyla. Our newest bag, in a deer print that's sweet, warm and completely new for us. It arrives just in time for party season.
What is hair-on leather?
Hair-on leather is leather that keeps its short natural hair on the surface. The result is a soft, velvety texture with a slight sheen that catches the light as you move. Printed hair-on leather takes a pattern beautifully, which is why it's the finish behind so many of the season's animal print bags.
It feels as good as it looks. Run your hand over it and you'll see why it has become the texture of autumn.
Why a deer print bag?
Leopard and zebra have had their moment. Deer print is softer. Warm browns, pale dappled spots and a gentle, playful look that feels right for this time of year.
A deer print bag works as a neutral with personality. The brown tones sit comfortably with camel, cream, chocolate and black, so it goes with far more of your wardrobe than you'd expect from a print. It's easy to wear with a simple outfit and just as happy next to sequins.
Meet the Lyla
The Lyla is a compact bag in deer print hair-on leather, finished with our signature gold hardware.
It comes with two gold chain straps. The shorter chain sits neatly on the shoulder, tucked under your arm at dinner or drinks. The longer chain lets you wear it across the body, leaving your hands free for a glass, a coat check ticket and a dance floor.
Two chains means two ways to wear it, so the Lyla moves easily from a Friday night dinner to a Christmas party to the last train home.
How to style a deer print bag this autumn
With camel and cream. Let the warm tones in the print pick up a camel coat or a cream knit. Simple, soft and very autumn.
With all black. A black dress or black tailoring lets the deer print do the talking.
With chocolate brown. Tone on tone. A brown slip skirt or a chocolate knit with the Lyla on the shoulder chain.
With sparkle. A sequin or metallic top with the Lyla on its long chain for party season. Print and shine together.
With denim. Jeans, a good jumper and the Lyla on the shoulder for weekend lunches.
The Lyla in more finishes
Not a deer print person? The Lyla also comes in three more finishes, each with the same two gold chain straps.
Leopard print. A bolder animal print for anyone who wants more contrast. Pair it with black or denim.
Black leather. The Lyla at its most classic. Black leather and gold chains will work with everything you wear this party season, and long after.
Black croc. A glossy, textured finish with real drama. Made for evenings out.
Looking after hair-on leather
Hair-on leather needs a little care to stay soft. Brush it gently in the direction of the hair with a soft, dry brush. Keep it away from rain and spills, and dab (don't rub) any marks with a dry cloth. Store it in its dust bag, away from other bags, so the hair isn't flattened.
For more, read our guides on [how to clean a leather handbag] and [how to store handbags].
Deer print bags: frequently asked questions
What is the Lyla bag made from?
The Lyla in deer print is made from hair-on leather. It also comes in hair-on leopard print, black leather and black croc.
How do you wear the Lyla?
The Lyla comes with two gold chain straps: a shorter one for wearing on the shoulder and a longer one for wearing across the body.
Is a deer print bag hard to style?
No. The warm brown tones of deer print work like a neutral, pairing well with camel, cream, chocolate brown, black and denim.
Is the Lyla a good party bag?
Yes. The gold chain straps and textured finish make it a strong choice for Christmas parties, dinners and nights out. Wear it crossbody on the long chain to keep your hands free.
How do I clean hair-on leather?
Brush it gently with a soft, dry brush in the direction of the hair. Keep it away from water and dab marks with a dry cloth.
Autumn's texture, by your side
A new season deserves a new texture. The Lyla brings soft hair-on leather, a deer print you won't see everywhere and two gold chains that take you from dinner to dancing. Always by your side, all party season long.
