the Eline bag
The Eline bag is named after event & wedding planner Eline Ros. Eline has worked as an independent creative from a young age. Events, locations and people form the basis of her daily practice. Her work moves between preparation and intuition, between planning and letting things unfold. Structure is essential, but never rigid.
“I noticed I carry less with me,” Eline reflects. “Only what I actually need: my laptop, charger, keys, wallet. The bag helped me create more structure, not only in how I work, but in how I move through my day.”
“We got acquainted at the time we were both switching school for jobs. Lies was working hard on her portfolio as a graphic designer. I remember we were grabbing a coffee when she asked me if she should post her handbags on her website too. I saw potential and spurred her to go for it.”
Eline loved handbags long before she ever got to know Lies. She loves items you can’t find anywhere else and she liked to shop vintage. “The only problem with vintage is that it wears off easily, and that’s exactly what happened with a camel-coloured bag I adored.”
“I love minimalism. That’s why I was immediately convinced of the aesthetics of Lies Mertens. No unnecessary fringes nor labels, which is a typical look for a lot of other bag brands.” According to Eline, the bags match every outfit, something she proves herself by not only using her piece for professional purposes but to go out as well.
She started out with a handmade Eline and soon grew her collection with Enya and CMMC+ - all three with black grain motive. “I never use other bags anymore. They keep looking great, even after years of use. I have three bags containing the same elements and I’m still able to change up my look whenever I want.”
In 2024, the Eline bag was reworked. The interior was updated with additional compartments, including a padded section for a laptop, clearer divisions and more space. The outside remained familiar, keeping the outside compartments and signature flap.
