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Back-to-school trends for 2023
What are the trends for a joyful back-to-school season? Orange and mini-bags among the 9 trends identified by Cosmopolitan And guess what? These trends are perfectly embodied...
The "Discreet Luxury" trend
Are you 'quiet luxury' or 'loud luxury'? A new battle in which 'quiet luxury' emerged as the main trend in the Lyst Index Q1 2023 report, which placed the Prada Group in second place in the...
Exotic leathers: luxury and controversy
For or against the use of exotic leather? Python, crocodile, lizard, ostrich... With their unique texture and distinctive look, these leathers are associated with luxury leather goods. But behind this rarity lies...
Transmission and emotion
Let us tell you an anecdote that left a lasting impression on us! It happened in our Paris boutique: a phi-dèle chose a Philo bag and had it personalized with the...
The art of choosing the right belt
Here are a few tips to guide you towards the ideal belt: Choose quality: Leather quality (there are 5!), finishes ("saddler" or "padded"), stitching, make for durability. The...
Why is luxury French?
France is a true reference in the luxury industry, and it is not by chance! With high-end products in fashion, perfumery, leather goods,...
Unique, durable and numbered!
Dear Phi-designers, let us tell you about our passion for bags! At Phi 1.618, the numbering on each bag is more than just a number - it's a symbol...
Let's preserve the planet together!
It's Earth Day! At Phi 1.618, we take this day very seriously. As an eco-responsible company, we are Phi-ers to produce bags that are...
The three different qualities of leather
The origin of animal leather is as old as human history. It is in fact the oldest form of recycling that exists. Used at the time for its resistance against the cold, it is the oldest form of recycling...
Which style for which country?
Do you know which bag is the favorite of the Italians? And which is the favorite of the Americans? Every culture has its own standards and values when it comes to aesthetics and luxury. During the...
Who has the best "biobased" score?
The trend is to look for materials that seem more environmentally friendly and ethical than leather. Vegan alternatives have emerged, such as materials based on...
