Armed with the notion that a bag shouldn’t just be a bag but an item that sparks joy, ignites imaginations and tells stories, Gnome & Bow founder Quanda Ong dove into the world of making leather bags and wallets with a difference. His products, inspired by classic stories, have secrets woven in — such as the Jekyll & Hyde reversible bags, with one side a classy nylon and the other boasting a quirky print. Audiences were intrigued by his tales, and today, the products are stocked worldwide, and speak of the brand’s daring creativity and belief in the joy of fairy tales
Gnome & Bow is a Made with Passion brand. Made With Passion is a national marketing initiative that shines a spotlight on local lifestyle brands that embody the Singapore spirit of turning possibilities into reality.
Gnome & Bow designs premium leather bags and wallets inspired by storybook classics. Imagine the Hare & Tortoise racing across the zips of your bag or a Jekyll & Hyde bag that reverses from classy to quirky on a whim.
Like reading a good book that lures you to uncover its secrets, interacting with their products will reveal clever storytelling elements. Plot twists, mysterious characters and evocative quotes are reimagined into various forms and functions of their unique designs. Wallets are literally housed in a corresponding storybook, a delightful treat for the curious and the lucky ones who receive them as gifts.
Hop on a magic carpet ride to the wondrous world of Gnome & Bow today.