The Khaite Blake Bag: Every Size and Version, and How to Choose One

The short answer: the Khaite Blake is a flap-front bag defined by decisive lines and soft curves, in box calfskin and haircalf, made in Italy. Choose the Blake Clutch for evening, the Blake Nano for a phone and keys, the Blake Top Handle for structure, and the Soft Blake for a slouchy everyday shoulder bag. Our pick is the Soft Blake Shoulder Bag in Black, light supple lambskin that expands as you fill it. Shop every designer bag and the full Khaite collection at Coveti.

Khaite is the New York label Catherine Holstein founded in 2016. It won the CFDA American Womenswear Designer of the Year award in 2022 and again in 2023, and it is known for reworked wardrobe essentials: cashmere knitwear, denim, leather and a very particular kind of evening dress. Its bag line is led by two families, the soft Lotus and the structured Blake; the Soft Blake is the newest version of the second.

Khaite Blake versions compared

Our picks

1. Soft Blake Shoulder Bag in Black

Supple lambskin, a flat body that expands naturally, twin straps built into the base. Also in Bordeaux and Dark Haze.

2. Soft Blake Small Shoulder Bag in Bordeaux

The smaller Soft Blake in a deep wine. Also in Black and Dark Haze.

3. Blake Clutch in Oxblood

An east-west flap clutch in box calfskin for after-dark essentials.

4. Blake Top Handle Bag in Zebra Print Haircalf and Oxblood Leather

The Blake anchored by a top handle, zebra haircalf against oxblood box calfskin.

5. Blake Nano Bag in Zebra Print Haircalf and Black Leather

A meticulously scaled-down Blake that keeps the flap’s decisive lines.

Blake vs Lotus: which Khaite bag?

The Lotus is soft and scarf-inspired, a tote on a rounded base. The Blake is a flap bag with structure and precise lines. Choose the Lotus for ease, the Blake for polish. Read the Khaite Lotus bag guide, the Khaite bag guide and our zebra print bags edit.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Khaite Blake bag made?

In Italy, as stated on each Khaite Blake product page.

What fits in the Khaite Blake Nano?

A phone, a slim wallet and keys. It is an evening and weekend bag.

What is the difference between the Blake and the Soft Blake?

The Blake is structured, in box calfskin with a flap front. The Soft Blake is unstructured lambskin with a flat body that expands, worn on the shoulder.

Is the Khaite Blake bag worth it?

If you want a quiet, beautifully made flap bag with no logo, yes. Box calfskin develops a rich patina over time.