About the Company
Cecila's Leather Artefacts or CLA, founded in September 2012, by Abhishek Paul, is a company that deals with the designing, manufacturing and production of leather products which includes, but is not limited to garments and accessories. Design Philosophy
Cecilia's Leather Artefacts aims to be open to new ideas and concepts and to always be able to revolutionise the design philo
sophy in line with the evolving markets.Exquisite craftsmanship, excellent quality and inimitable style embody the characteristics that
define the brand and what it stands for.At CLA, the main focus is on leather and leather goods and the product range includes Men's and Women's handbags, business bags, luggage and travel cases, wallets, belts and accessories. The brand also does a limited edition collection of leather jackets and overcoats for men and women. Besides, the product category is hoping to include lifestyle products as well as pieces of furniture in the long-term. Sustainable Fashion
As a step towards changing times and social awareness, Cecilia's Leather Artefacts has taken the initiative towards corporate responsibility and ethical fashion.In order to provide contemporary design solutions, the brand has introduced a mixed media range of products that allow the combination of other materials such a natural fibres like jute, sh*tal patti etc or indigenous crafts like Patachitra, Dokra etc along with leather and leather trimmings to appeal to a diverse set of clientele. Clientele
Cecilia's Leather Artefacts has already made its mark and has acquired a renowned client profile. CLA has forged a tie-up with Fabindia and has been designing and manufacturing their leather products since (2013/14).Other clients include national craft councils and clusters of West Bengal emporiums such as Biswa
Bangla and Bangla Natak as well as an NGO initiative – ESAF(Evangelical Social Action Forum). About the Owner
Abhishek Paul is an alumnus of the National Institute of Technology(NIFT), Kolkata where he pursued an undergraduate degree in Leather Design. Being an excellent student he even graduated with the 'Best Performance All-Rounder' award. He has worked with and garnered experience from the foremost leather design houses and export companies such as Hidesign, Lloyd Baker London and Stitchwell Exports Pvt. Ltd which have given him tremendous exposure and expertise in his field
