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STELAR x Cap Karoso

STELAR x Cap Karoso

We are thrilled to have collaborated with eco-luxe hideaway Cap Karoso, creating an exclusive tote bag that is available for guests in each room to...

Celebrating Saraswati: Bali's Day of Knowledge

On 20th May, the Balinese celebrate a 'Day of Knowledge' in celebration of Saraswati - the goddess of knowledge, creative arts, wisdom, language, l...

Follow our atta, from plant to Poso

Trace one of our skilfully handcrafted atta grass handbags back to its source; the volcanic foothills of Bali. Made in communities, not factories, ...

Lorna Loves: Our founder's latest musings

We take another dive into the world of STELAR's founder, Lorna Watson, to discover what's been peaking her curiosity over recent weeks. Get to know...

Behind the Bag: Misool tote

For the third installment of our 'Behind the Bag' Journal series, we are exploring the creative process behind one of our best-selling totes - the ...

The STELAR Christmas Gift Guide 2022

Whoever you're shopping for this festive season, our Christmas Gift Guide's got you covered. From the discerning minimalist or the fashion-meets-te...

Six Picks for Party Season

With party season upon us, we're turning to some of our most versatile handbags and accessories to accompany us to our festive celebrations. From b...

Autumn/Winter 2022 'Secrets of the Subterranean'

STELAR's founder, Lorna Watson, has always had a passion for geology and mineralogy, and it's her fascination with the earth's intricate make up th...

Six serene spots on our map of Indonesia

Bali, and the Indonesian islands and archipelagos that surround it, are enduring sources of inspiration for us in so many ways. The islands' spirit...

Lorna Loves: Burning Man 2022

STELAR founder, Lorna Watson, shares her experience of Burning Man 2022 in light of new research that suggests modern-day secular mass gatherings t...

Behind the Bag: Poso Shopper

For the second of our 'Behind the Bag' Journal series, we're sharing the story of how our Poso shopper is created. From start to finish, our Poso t...

A look into our leather

At STELAR, we design with three distinct and durable materials to make our gorgeous handbags and accessories; bamboo, atta grass and leather. While...

9 August: International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples

Every year, 9 August marks the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. We have an enormous amount of respect for - and celebrate - the...