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October 2021 Trend Report

by Jasmine Gilhooly October 06, 2021

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Posted in Brewery, Hook Norton, News, Shopping, Trend Watch, Whats New

Embracing the ‘Slow Fashion’ Movement

by Jasmine Gilhooly February 10, 2019

At last there seems to be a growing backlash against ‘Fast fashion’ which I applaud. Fast fashion is cheap clothing and accessories that are so worthless they end up becoming single-use items.

Posted in Fast Fashion, Stockists, sustainability, Whats new

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A lasting gift for a memorable Christmas!

by Jasmine Gilhooly December 03, 2018

Quality Not Quantity

There are some amazing independent shops around us here in Banbury and this year, I’m going to make an extra effort to shop local and support my neighbours and fellow artists. By making even just a small purchase, we not only keep these small businesses going but we are giving gifts that are unique, lovingly handmade and show our thoughtfulness.

Posted in 12 days, competition, New, new bags, staff update, under £50, whats new, win, £5

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Busy bees in the pink at J D’Cruz!

by Jasmine Gilhooly October 18, 2018

There’s quite a buzz around J D’Cruz this month – with lots and lots going on inside and outside the studio! We’re holding our very own Wear It P...

Posted in Fashion Show, New, new bag, Whats going on

Big, bold new colours extending the summer at J D’Cruz

by Jasmine Gilhooly August 15, 2018

As we enjoy the last few weeks of summer, I’ve been busy working on some new prints that will take us perfectly through the late summer and into au...

Posted in Leather bag, new, offers, one offs, store news, summer news, whats new, workshops, yellow

Back to school at J D’Cruz + Secret Sale!

by Jasmine Gilhooly July 05, 2018

I have received some amazing inspiration to help me develop my artwork and my business over the years and I’ve tried to give back a little inspiration to the next generation of artists where I can.

Posted in back to school, inspire, New, students, tudor hall

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Our very own royal baby all set to wow the crowds: The Pimlico

by Jasmine Gilhooly May 08, 2018

Hot on the heels of the arrival of Prince Louis of Cambridge, this month we are welcoming into the world the cutest addition to the J D’Cruz family of handcrafted bags – the small and perfectly formed Pimlico handbag!

Posted in Leather bag, mini bag, mini satchel, oxford, royal baby, royal bag, satchel bag, summer bag, what to wear

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Saddle bags at the ready – horsing around in Windsor!

by Jasmine Gilhooly April 12, 2018

It’s Spring and that means one thing for J D’Cruz – the Royal Windsor Horse Show! As our debut at the show was so successful last year, we’re taking a space again in 2018 to show off our bags, accessories and homewares at the show and we’re so excited to be galloping there again!

Posted in courses, Handmade, make it, New, new bag, Royal Wedding Prep, Royal Windsor, Royals, Workshop

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Spring Clean Your Handbag!

by Jasmine Gilhooly March 15, 2018

As we emerge from the gloomy winter months, our thoughts turn to spring cleaning those forgotten corners of our house. Although it might not be quite time to pack away the gloves and scarves quite yet, this is the perfect time to get our wardrobes and accessories all sorted and ready for sunnier times!

Posted in new, new bag, Saddle Bag, spring bag, Store News

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Why do we love our handbags so much?

by Jasmine Gilhooly February 15, 2018

Everyone knows that I’m addicted to handbags, otherwise I probably wouldn’t do this job! There are many of us out there – either closet bag collectors or brazen exhibitionists parading our collection. From a huge, back-breaking tote to a teeny lipstick-carrying clutch, where has this obsession come from, why do we find a coloured leather receptacle so very desirable?!

Posted in blog, Leather bags, new, news, Shop, Store News, whats new, Why wear bags

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Where to next? Our best bag for your dream destination

by Jasmine Gilhooly January 12, 2018

One of the best things about the start of a new year is creating a wish list of exciting travel destinations and holiday plans for the year ahead! Whether you’re dreaming of a round-the-world adventure or a short trip in the UK, January is the perfect time to start planning.

Posted in back pack, backpack, Bag Of The Month, dream bag, holiday bag, January, Leather Bags, luggage, new bags, passport case, ruck sacks, rucksack, Travel bag, travelling

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

by Jasmine Gilhooly December 14, 2017

We’re having a super busy and exciting time at J D’Cruz this month! There’s Christmas markets to attend, Christmas parties to help our customers sparkle at and Christmas gifts and vouchers to lovingly package and send out!

But that’s not all! We wanted to say a big thank you to all our friends and customers for their support this year.

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