By Malina Monogram Bags, Belts and Accessories

By Malina accessories are built around the gold-tone Malina monogram, which appears on leather totes, bucket bags, belts, small leather goods, silk scarves, caps, hair clips and a brooch. In the Coveti edit, prices run from $150 for a canvas bag to $1,470 for the leather totes, with most small accessories between $180 and $490.

The label now trades as Malina, and the monogram is the clearest sign of that change. On the leather pieces it is used as gold-tone hardware, and on the cashmere and silk scarves it becomes the print. This guide covers the bags first, then small leather goods, belts, scarves and the smaller pieces.

Monogram leather bags

The tote

The Monogram Tote Bag in Black, from $1,470, is the anchor of the bag range. It is made from smooth cow leather, with mid length handles, a magnetic flap closure carrying the gold Malina monogram and an interior zip pocket. It measures 34 cm high, 52 cm wide and 20 cm deep, with a 71 cm strap, which makes it a true day bag. The same bag comes as the Monogram Grand Leather Tote in Dark Brown Croco at the same price.

The bucket bag

The Monogram Bucket Bag in Shaded Dot, from $1,020, is a structured leather bucket bag with a top handle, a detachable and adjustable strap and a magnetic closure with monogram hardware. It measures 19.5 by 12 by 20.5 cm. The Shaded Dot colourway matches the Phoebe Leather Coat, and the bag also comes in black.

The shoulder bag

The Monogram Shoulder Bag in Black, from $1,120, is a flap bag in smooth leather with a top handle, a detachable and adjustable strap, a magnetic flap closure and two interior pockets. At 15 by 23 by 7 cm, it is the size to carry to a wedding and then to the office.

Summer and casual bags

• Large Monogram Straw Bag in Cognac, from $650: a handwoven seagrass tote with two top handles, a detachable leather shoulder strap and a leather Malina monogram.
• The Jina Raffia Tote Bag in Natural, from $940, has layered raffia fringe panels, contrast leather handles and a linen lining.
• The Elvina Bag in Espresso, from $910, is a structured shoulder bag made from wooden beads, with a matching beaded strap and a flap closure with a Malina monogram clasp.
• The Monogram Tote Bag in Light Taupe, from $870, is a structured cotton tote with contrast details and a logo at the front.
• The Monogram Canvas Bag in Cream, from $150, is a reusable cotton canvas bag with the Malina monogram.

Small leather goods

These are the easiest way into the label, and they make good gifts.

• Monogram Card Holder in Black, from $330: smooth leather with four card slots, a centre pocket and the gold monogram.
• Monogram Phone Pouch, from $490, in black and in Dark Brown Croco: a leather pouch with a thin adjustable strap, an internal card slot and an integrated D-ring.
• Monogram Leather Passport Cover in Dark Brown Croco, from $350, with card slots and a sleeve pocket.
• Monogram Toiletry Bag in Black, from $500, a zipped leather pouch with one inner pocket.
• Monogram Key Chain in Dark Brown Croco, from $280, with a hook clasp and key ring.
• Monogram Leather Case in Shaded Dot, from $280, an AirPods case with a snap closure and a detachable leather strap with hook.

Belts

The belts are made in Verdello, Italy, in 100% leather, and sold by length from 75 to 90 cm.

The 2.5 cm belt sits well on a blazer and over a coat. The 1 cm Mini Monogram Belt is the one for a satin dress, because it marks the waist without cutting the line.

Scarves and cold weather pieces

• Silk Twill Scarf 65×65 in Monogram Cream, from $350: a double-sided printed silk twill square that the brand suggests wearing in the hair, at the neck and as a top. There is also an 80 by 80 cm silk scarf in the Savannah print, from $400, and a 65 by 65 cm version in Shaded Dot.
• The Monogram Scarf in Monogram Cream, from $580, is a square cashmere scarf with an all-over monogram pattern and fringed edges.
• The Nalia Scarf is a triangle satin scarf with fringe, in black and pearl, from $400.
• The Hailey Scarf in Black, from $740, is a wool and cashmere blend scarf with faux fur detail.
• The Candice Cape in Black, from $500, is a brushed alpaca blend knitted cape with a high neck.
• The Brielle Balaclava, from $350, is an alpaca blend hood with a narrow fit, in black and pearl.

Caps, hair clips and jewellery

• Monogram Cap in Vanilla, from $240: a cotton cap with the Malina monogram embroidered at the front. The Classic Cap in Sky carries the Malina logo instead.
• Tekla Hair Clip in Tortoise, from $180: a glossy acetate claw clip, 11.5 cm long, with the Malina monogram in gold. It also comes in ruby and pearl.
• Monogram Brooch in Gold Metallic, from $240: a gold toned Malina monogram brooch with a pin fastening, 50 mm wide.
• The Monogram Cufflink in Gold Metallic, from $240, is sold as a pair in brass.

Where By Malina accessories are made

The leather bags and small leather goods in the edit are made in China, mostly in Guangdong Province. The leather belts are made in Verdello, Italy. The silk scarves are made in Jiangsu Province, and the cashmere scarf and alpaca pieces in Zhejiang Province. Each product page lists the country and region.

How to use the monogram

One monogram piece per look is the rule. A monogram belt and a monogram bag together are too much; a monogram belt with a plain bag is right. The brooch is the most flexible piece in the range: pin it on a blazer lapel, at the neck of a satin blouse and on a coat collar. The Zilla Blouse and the Neija Top already use a brooch detail, so the idea is part of the house style.

Editor’s note: if you want one By Malina accessory, I would choose the Mini Monogram Belt. It changes the shape of every dress you own.

Browse tote bags, belts and scarves across Coveti, and see the full label on the By Malina brand page.

Frequently asked questions

What is the By Malina monogram?

It is the gold-tone Malina mark the brand uses as hardware on its leather bags, belts and small leather goods, and as a print on its scarves.

Where are By Malina belts made?

The leather belts are made in Verdello, Italy, and sold by length from 75 to 90 cm.

How big is the By Malina Monogram Tote Bag?

The leather Monogram Tote Bag measures 34 cm high, 52 cm wide and 20 cm deep, with a 71 cm strap.

What is the cheapest By Malina accessory?

In the Coveti edit, the Monogram Canvas Bag in Cream is $150 and the Tekla Hair Clip is $180.

Does By Malina sell a brooch?

Yes. The Monogram Brooch in Gold Metallic is a gold toned Malina monogram brooch with a pin fastening, from $240.