Personal statement The Elvis & Kresse Wrist Band is laser cut in our workshop in Kent from genuine decommissioned fire-hose, previously deployed in active duty for up to 25 years fighting fires around the UK.The heroic fire-hose, refashioned, is naturally water resistant, wipe clean, and completely animal free. It makes for a perfect gift or subtle statement piece.We recommend measuring your wrist and choosing the next size above your wrist measurement. For example, if your wrist measures 16cm or 17cm, then the most suitable size would be medium 18cm. Who wears them? A Unisex piece designed to be worn on any occasion. A perfect match for any outfit, stylish enough to wear to the most sophisticated event and tough enough to wear everyday. Kresse wears hers as much as Elvis does! Available in red or rarer yellow fire-hose in four different sizes. Larger or smaller sizes may be available upon request. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by delicately laser etching directly into the fire-hose. The font used is Times New Roman. The Fire-hose Collection We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represent a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions: S - 1.5 cm x 16 cm M
A personal touch The Fire & Hide Bag Charms are made from rescued Burberry leather off-cuts and genuine decommissioned fire-hose. They will attach to the handle of any of our bags and add a point of distinction. They can also have a personalised message engraved on the back fire-hose side to make your bag just that little bit more special. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the fire-hose. We recommend not more than 20 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. These charms are available in various finite leather colours. The leather we rescue comes to us in very limited quantities, which means we can only ever craft a few pieces of any colour. The variations we have available will always change according to what leather off-cuts we are able to rescue. The Fire & Hide Collection In 2005 we fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose. Determined to save it from landfill we took this lifesaving material home, gave it a second chance, and vowed to donate 50% of the profits to the Fire Fighters Charity. But fire-hose was just the beginning. Every year, 800,000 tonnes of leather ends up on the cutting room floor. Our leather partners cherish their hides, but no matter how carefully they cut their patterns, there will always be small seemingly unusable offcuts. To rescue this leather we developed a unique modular approach. We hand weave these fragments into whole new hides then lovingly recraft them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Our commitment to rescuing British fire-hoses remains the same, the trim, handles and internal detailing of the Fire & Hide range are all made from genuine decommissioned fire-hose. And we continue to donate 50% of profits to charity. Our Fire & Hide Collection represents a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions: H 5 x W 5 cm Exterior: Genui
Simple and sleek The Elvis & Kresse card holder is made from genuine decommissioned fire-hose. Previously deployed in active duty for up to 25 years, fighting fires around the UK, the hose softens with use but never loses its strength. If you want to protect your business cards, the hose will come to the rescue... And if, like Elvis, you don't like to carry a bulky wallet in your trouser pocket, you can carry all your credit cards and enough cash for a night out in vintage sleek. Fear not - your Contactless card (if you have one) works right through the hose. We also offer a 'Print Room' Double Cardholder. Made from reclaimed printing blankets combined with our signature decommissioned fire-hose, this version makes a bold statement. The re-engineered printing blanket creates a visually stunning textile that is strong and beautiful to the touch. This iteration maintains all the design features of the full fire-hose version as described above. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the fire-hose on the inside flap of the Card Holder. We recommend not more than 20 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. The Fire-hose Collection We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represents a whole new kind of l
A commanding classic The Fire & Hide Wallet with Coin Pocket combines handwoven rescued Burberry leather outer and decommissioned fire-hose inner with a reclaimed military-grade parachute silk lining. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the fire-hose inside the wallet on the bottom left. We recommend not more than 20 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. The Fire & Hide Collection In 2005 we fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose. Determined to save it from landfill we took this lifesaving material home, gave it a second chance, and vowed to donate 50% of the profits to the Fire Fighters Charity. But fire-hose was just the beginning. Every year, 800,000 tonnes of leather ends up on the cutting room floor. Our leather partners cherish their hides, but no matter how carefully they cut their patterns, there will always be small seemingly unusable offcuts. To rescue this leather we developed a unique modular approach. We hand weave these fragments into whole new hides then lovingly recraft them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Our commitment to rescuing British fire-hoses remains the same, the trim, handles and internal detailing of the Fire & Hide range are all made from genuine decommissioned fire-hose. And we continue to donate 50% of profits to charity. Our Fire & Hide Collection represents a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions closed: H 9.5 x W 12 x D 1.5 cm Exterior: Rescued Burberry leather Interior: Genuine decommissioned British fire-hose Lining: Reclaimed military-grade parachute silk Available in Red or rare Yellow fire-hose with various leather colours Elegant practical design 4 credit card slots and coin pocket Two additional pockets for business cards Popper fastened coin pocket for loose change Dividing section for notes and foreign currency
Small and beautiful The Elvis & Kresse Torpedo Cufflinks are handmade to order from genuine decommissioned fire-hose. These cufflinks makes a statement on all styles of shirt..and if you want to make these unique cufflinks even more individual, etched personalisation is available. Who wears them? With simple styling and elegant hand-stitched detail you can wear them at any time on any occasion! Available in red or yellow fire-hose or in our Fire & Hide collection. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the fire-hose, maximum 4 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. The Fire-hose Collection We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represents a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions: H 1.5 x W 1.5 cm Genuine decommissioned British fire-hose Available in Red or rare Yellow fire-hose or the Fire & Hide collection, a sumptuous combination of rescued luxury leather and our signature fire-hose Robust statement piece Presented in a reclaimed printing blanket box Etched Elvis & Kresse logo Handmade and hand-stitched Water resistant, Wipe-clean Vegan (excluding Fire & Hide collection) Repaired
Take a Seat Elvis & Kresse are thrilled to feature our leather system on Katie Walker's Beam Bench - this wooden bench is a fantastic way to combine Katie's incredible craftsmanship and design with our revolutionary modular leather system.Our Wooden Bench is an award winning bench inspired by traditional cross-legged tables, blending Japanese style self-locking joints with curved legs. Originally conceived for gallery seating, the Wooden Bench has been reimagined for the home, it is popular in hallways and at the foot of the bed. The lightness of its curves and the playfulness of the jointing are now further highlighted by the modular, rescued leather upholstery added by Elvis & Kresse. The leather cover is held in place by removable stainless steel tubes making it easy to change and repair if required. The Wooden Bench is available in ash (blonde) or walnut (brown) wood finishes. The covers are available in black or caramel rescued leather. Every Wooden Bench is handmade to order in the UK and can take up to 12 weeks to craft. Our Wooden Bench was awarded The Furniture Makers' Company, Bespoke Guild Mark no. 250. Each wooden Bench is handcrafted to order from the UK, using only the finest quality materials sourced with care. "I've been looking for the right cover for the Beam Bench for years and have tried all sorts of fabrics and leather solutions, often specified by our clients. The rescued modular leather has exceeded our environmental goals whilst adding to the bench's beauty - Elvis & Kresse have helped produce something that finally matches my aspirations for this design." - Katie Walker, Katie Walker Furniture "We are so excited to feature our leather system on Katie Walker's Beam Bench - it is a fantastic way to combine Katie's incredible craftsmanship and design with Elvis & Kresse's rescued leather." - Kresse Wesling MBE, Elvis & Kresse Elvis & Kresse's modular leather system was designed to deal with
Take a Seat Elvis & Kresse are thrilled to feature our leather system on Katie Walker's Beam Bench - this wooden bench is a fantastic way to combine Katie's incredible craftsmanship and design with our revolutionary modular leather system.Our Wooden Bench is an award winning bench inspired by traditional cross-legged tables, blending Japanese style self-locking joints with curved legs. Originally conceived for gallery seating, the Wooden Bench has been reimagined for the home, it is popular in hallways and at the foot of the bed. The lightness of its curves and the playfulness of the jointing are now further highlighted by the modular, rescued leather upholstery added by Elvis & Kresse. The leather cover is held in place by removable stainless steel tubes making it easy to change and repair if required. The Wooden Bench is available in ash (blonde) or walnut (brown) wood finishes. The covers are available in black or caramel rescued leather. Every Wooden Bench is handmade to order in the UK and can take up to 12 weeks to craft. Our Wooden Bench was awarded The Furniture Makers' Company, Bespoke Guild Mark no. 250. Each wooden Bench is handcrafted to order from the UK, using only the finest quality materials sourced with care. "I've been looking for the right cover for the Beam Bench for years and have tried all sorts of fabrics and leather solutions, often specified by our clients. The rescued modular leather has exceeded our environmental goals whilst adding to the bench's beauty - Elvis & Kresse have helped produce something that finally matches my aspirations for this design." - Katie Walker, Katie Walker Furniture "We are so excited to feature our leather system on Katie Walker's Beam Bench - it is a fantastic way to combine Katie's incredible craftsmanship and design with Elvis & Kresse's rescued leather." - Kresse Wesling MBE, Elvis & Kresse Elvis & Kresse's modular leather system was designed to deal with
Look after me and I will look after you Our Fire & Hide Belt takes its strength from a solid decommissioned fire-hose foundation and its sophistication from the delicately handwoven and edge stitched rescued leather exterior. It is a great unisex belt, made with a classic West End buckle, and is 4cm wide. The unique design allows the belt to be worn during more sophisticated formal events and casual enough to embellish everyday wear.The leather we rescue from Burberry comes to us in very limited quantities, which means we can only ever craft a few pieces of any colour. The belt is available in the above colour combinations, but always with either yellow or red fire-hose on the inside. Different colour combinations will have either a silver or antique brass buckle and matching eyelets. We recommend putting these on with care, to protect the leather weave and ensure the longevity of your belt. All our belts are measured from the fold that holds the buckle to the third hole. Sizes are: XS - 31" S - 33" M - 35" L - 37" XL - 39" XXL - 41" The best way to ensure you receive the correct size is to measure an existing belt from the fold to the hole that you most use, then pick the corresponding size from the table above. Other sizes may be available by request. The Fire & Hide Collection In 2005 we fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose. Determined to save it from landfill we took this lifesaving material home, gave it a second chance, and vowed to donate 50% of the profits to the Fire Fighters Charity. But fire-hose was just the beginning. Every year, 800,000 tonnes of leather ends up on the cutting room floor. Our leather partners cherish their hides, but no matter how carefully they cut their patterns, there will always be small seemingly unusable offcuts. To rescue this leather we developed a unique modular approach. We hand weave these fragments into whole new hides then lovingly recraft them into sustainable luxury bags and acc
That one is mine! The Elvis & Kresse Luggage Tag is handmade from genuine decommissioned fire-hose. This robust luggage tag works perfectly with all Elvis & Kresse bags but will also add a touch of individual character to your existing luggage. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the fire-hose. We recommend not more than 20 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. Available in red and yellow fire-hose. The Fire-hose Collection We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represent a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions: H 10 x W 7 cm Genuine decommissioned red British fire-hose Robust construction Handy flip reveal Presented in a reclaimed tea sack pouch Etched Elvis & Kresse logo Handmade with hand-painted edges Water resistant, Wipe-clean Vegan Repaired for life International delivery Personalisation Available 50% of profits go to The Fire Fighters Charity
A bigger keepsafe for your keepsakes The Fire & Hide Medium Box is made from rescued Burberry leather off-cuts, genuine decommissioned fire-hose and lined with reclaimed parachute silk. These beautifully crafted, zipped boxes add a sustainable splash of colour around the house, in the bedroom or in the office. As with the rest of our range, 50% of the profits from this unique piece is donated to charity. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the fire-hose inside the Desk Tidy. We recommend not more than 40 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. This case is available in various finite leather colours. The leather we rescue comes to us in very limited quantities, which means we can only ever craft a few pieces of any colour. The variations we have available will always change according to what leather off-cuts we are able to rescue. The Fire & Hide Collection In 2005 we fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose. Determined to save it from landfill we took this lifesaving material home, gave it a second chance, and vowed to donate 50% of the profits to the Fire Fighters Charity. But fire-hose was just the beginning. Every year, 800,000 tonnes of leather ends up on the cutting room floor. Our leather partners cherish their hides, but no matter how carefully they cut their patterns, there will always be small seemingly unusable offcuts. To rescue this leather we developed a unique modular approach. We hand weave these fragments into whole new hides then lovingly recraft them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Our commitment to rescuing British fire-hoses remains the same, the trim, handles and internal detailing of the Fire & Hide range are all made from genuine decommissioned fire-hose. And we continue to donate 50% of profits to charity. Our Fire & Hide Collection represents a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent,
Look after me and I will look after you Our Fire & Hide Belt takes its strength from a solid decommissioned fire-hose foundation and its sophistication from the delicately handwoven and edge stitched rescued leather exterior. It is a great unisex belt, made with a classic West End buckle, and is 4cm wide. The unique design allows the belt to be worn during more sophisticated formal events and casual enough to embellish everyday wear.The leather we rescue from Burberry comes to us in very limited quantities, which means we can only ever craft a few pieces of any colour. The belt is available in the above colour combinations, but always with either yellow or red fire-hose on the inside. Different colour combinations will have either a silver or antique brass buckle and matching eyelets. We recommend putting these on with care, to protect the leather weave and ensure the longevity of your belt. All our belts are measured from the fold that holds the buckle to the third hole. Sizes are: XS - 31" S - 33" M - 35" L - 37" XL - 39" XXL - 41" The best way to ensure you receive the correct size is to measure an existing belt from the fold to the hole that you most use, then pick the corresponding size from the table above. Other sizes may be available by request. The Fire & Hide Collection In 2005 we fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose. Determined to save it from landfill we took this lifesaving material home, gave it a second chance, and vowed to donate 50% of the profits to the Fire Fighters Charity. But fire-hose was just the beginning. Every year, 800,000 tonnes of leather ends up on the cutting room floor. Our leather partners cherish their hides, but no matter how carefully they cut their patterns, there will always be small seemingly unusable offcuts. To rescue this leather we developed a unique modular approach. We hand weave these fragments into whole new hides then lovingly recraft them into sustainable luxury bags and acc
Small and beautiful The Elvis & Kresse Torpedo Cufflinks are handmade to order from genuine decommissioned fire-hose. These cufflinks makes a statement on all styles of shirt..and if you want to make these unique cufflinks even more individual, etched personalisation is available. Who wears them? With simple styling and elegant hand-stitched detail you can wear them at any time on any occasion! Available in red or yellow fire-hose or in our Fire & Hide collection. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the fire-hose, maximum 4 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. The Fire-hose Collection We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represents a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions: H 1.5 x W 1.5 cm Genuine decommissioned British fire-hose Available in Red or rare Yellow fire-hose or the Fire & Hide collection, a sumptuous combination of rescued luxury leather and our signature fire-hose Robust statement piece Presented in a reclaimed printing blanket box Etched Elvis & Kresse logo Handmade and hand-stitched Water resistant, Wipe-clean Vegan (excluding Fire & Hide collection) Repaired
Mood lighting The Elvis & Kresse Cast Aluminium Candlestick Holders are made from genuine decommissioned fire-hose couplings. These extremely rare pieces are exclusively available from Elvis & Kresse. The couplings from the fire-hoses are robust, they are made to last through hose after hose after hose.but every now and then, when they are too damaged for reuse, they come to us. The 35mm and 50mm diameter candlestick sets comprise of 2 candlestick holders and the single 75mm holder comprises a single female coupling. The set is completed with fire-hose Coasters to rest the holders on and a set of candles. Previously used to fight fires in the UK these unique couplings are lovingly hand restored by Elvis in our workshop in Kent. There really aren't many of these around, which makes them a wonderful statement piece for your home or as memorable gifts. The Fire-hose Collection We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represent a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions:35mm Set Male Coupling - H 11.5 x W 9 x D 9 cm Female Coupling - H 11.5 x W 19 x D 9 cm 50mm Set Male Coupling - H 11.5 x W 9 x D 9 cm Female Coupling - H 12 x W 19 x D 9 cm75mm - Single Female Coupl
Open Doors - Rest Your Feet The Elvis & Kresse rescued Leather Cubes are constructed from interlocking pieces of the finest quality leather; leather that we reclaim from a cross section of the very best British leathercraft manufacturers. Our leather partners cherish their hides, the waste they produce is in small seemingly unusable pieces, which is why we have had to develop this modular approach. We only work with the off-cuts produced by our leather partners so every piece we create is unique. Ethically handmade in England, these cubes make ideal doorstops, pouffes, furniture, wedding gifts or simply exquisite objects. They are nice and heavy, stuffed completely with reclaimed leather of the same quality, making them 100% reclaimed and zero waste. They can also be personalised and if you would like a larger size, contact us with your request and we will arrange the rest.Due to the modular concept our cubes are designed for deconstruction, we want them to have a long and varied life. We have created three shapes that can interlock with infinite potential. The three shapes can help the cubes to be remade, and reinvented through time. We hope that our cubes are just the beginning. We can't wait to see what we might make, or what you will. Available in Black, Caramel or Shiraz leather, in Small, Medium or Large. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by laser etching directly into the leather. We recommend not more than 20 characters. The font used is Times New Roman. Features Dimensions: Small - H 15 x W 15 x D 15 cm Medium - H 22 x W 22 x D 22 cm Large - H 29 x W 29 x D 29 cm Exterior: Rescued hand-woven luxury leather Interior: Rescued leather off-cut fragments Available in Black, Caramel, or Shiraz leather Elegant and timeless Completely zero waste Ideal as doorstops, weights, pouffes, wedding gifts or unique interior pieces Larger sizes and custom shapes are available upon request Presented in a reclaimed military-grade para
Personal statement The Elvis & Kresse Wrist Band is laser cut in our workshop in Kent from genuine decommissioned fire-hose, previously deployed in active duty for up to 25 years fighting fires around the UK.The heroic fire-hose, refashioned, is naturally water resistant, wipe clean, and completely animal free. It makes for a perfect gift or subtle statement piece.We recommend measuring your wrist and choosing the next size above your wrist measurement. For example, if your wrist measures 16cm or 17cm, then the most suitable size would be medium 18cm. Who wears them? A Unisex piece designed to be worn on any occasion. A perfect match for any outfit, stylish enough to wear to the most sophisticated event and tough enough to wear everyday. Kresse wears hers as much as Elvis does! Available in red or rarer yellow fire-hose in four different sizes. Larger or smaller sizes may be available upon request. If you choose the personalisation option, this is achieved by delicately laser etching directly into the fire-hose. The font used is Times New Roman. The Fire-hose Collection We fell in love with London's decommissioned fire-hose back in 2005 through a chance encounter with the London Fire Brigade. We took this lifesaving material home determined to breathe new life into it and save it from its otherwise inevitable end in landfill, and vowed to donate 50% of our profits to charity. For over a decade we have been rescuing all of London's retired fire-hose by lovingly handcrafting them into sustainable luxury bags and accessories. Every year since, Elvis & Kresse have donated 50% of the profits from the Fire-hose Collection to The Fire Fighters Charity. This heroic material, once used to save lives, gets a second chance to keep giving back.Our Fire-hose pieces are more than just a collection, they represent a whole new kind of luxury. One that is sustainable, ethical, transparent, generous and kind. Features Dimensions: S - 1.5 cm x 16 cm M