Katerina NYC

Handcrafted handbags and small accessories are the core offerings. The collection includes leather shoulder bags, clutches and suede bags, with designs made by artist and maker Kathy Karadza. Most pieces use reclaimed luxury leather sourced from fashion houses in Italy and the United States; the studio also works with cactus leather from Mexico and locally sourced materials. Leftover leather from handbag production is repurposed into small accessories as part of a minimal-waste approach. Each piece is made in New York City. Karadza developed her handbag-making practice while working backstage on Broadway, using leftover costume fabrics and leather. Katerina NYC also partners with Shatterproof, supporting addiction recovery services through annual donations and fundraising.