"Durability need not be dowdy, nor femininely fussy and fragile; that's Hardwear, and that's you."

Hardwear By Renee Handbags

Launched in 2001, Hardwear By Renee is a handbag line specializing in contemporary
handbags. The handbags are designed with atypical items such as hardware and recycled materials. The collection features a range of modern colors with a clean urban style.

Based in Portland, Oregon, the company is owned and operated by Renee Sonnichsen, an artist and designer. She strives to create a line of strong, sexy, and smart handbags that easily transition from day to evenings. Inspired by her vision of today’s woman, the line of handbags proves durability need not be dowdy, nor femininity fussy and fragile, that’s hardwear, and that’s you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What's the nut on the handbags for?

A: Hardwear By Renee is nuts about hardware! That’s why every Hardwear bag is finished off with a signature steel nut.

Q: How do I clean my Hardwear bag?

A: Most of the time soap and water with a bit of elbow grease will do the trick. Goo Gone (found at most stores) is a powerful cleaner too. If you have a really stubborn stain try a marine vinyl cleaner.

Q: Where are the Hardwear handbags made?

A: All products are handcrafted in the USA and manufactured in beautiful Portland, Oregon.