Frank Clegg
Frank Clegg is a Fall River, Massachusetts–based artisan who makes classic leather bags and accessories. He has been making bags and leather goods for almost 45 years and has a unique perspective on the US manufacturing and artisan culture.
Introduction
Frank Clegg is a Fall River, Massachusetts–based artisan who makes classic leather bags and accessories. During the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s, he designed and made handbags, briefcases, luggage, and accessories that were sold at around 200 different leather shops (including Cole Haan). But the rise of offshore manufacturing, luxury brands, and mass retail saw things change, and products made in the USA lost their appeal as people hunted either for status or low prices. Clegg, however, has stuck to his guns and has focused on quality and bags that are built to last nearly a lifetime.
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