Melbourne house since 1987 / totes and top-handle bags
Scanlan Theodore The Athos Shopper in Brandy
The Scanlan Theodore The Athos Shopper in Brandy is a structured shopper from the Spring 2026 collection of the Melbourne house founded by Fiona Scanlan and Gary Theodore in 1987. Coveti stocks it in our totes and top-handle bags edit, and every piece is checked for authenticity before it leaves us.
The Athos Shopper is made from Italian nubuck leather with embossed chevron motif, lined in smooth leather. It has a magnetic closure and an internal pocket with zip closure. It measures 21 cm high, 36 cm wide and 12 cm deep. The drop is 17 to 37 cm. It suits weekends and travel.
Quick Facts
- Brand: Scanlan Theodore, Melbourne, Australia, founded in 1987
- Product: The Athos Shopper in Brandy
- Collection: Spring 2026
- Colour: Beige
- Material: Italian nubuck leather with embossed chevron motif, lined in smooth leather
- Size and fit: Measures 21 cm x 36 cm x 12 cm (height, width, depth). Drop 17 to 37 cm. One size.
- Origin: Designed in Melbourne, Australia
- Authenticity: 100% authentic Scanlan Theodore, verified by Coveti
- Delivery and duties: most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes are payable on import. See the Coveti logistics and returns protocol.
How to Wear the The Athos Shopper in Brandy
Wear The Athos Shopper with tailoring and a fine knit. For a second look, try a slip dress for evening. Keep the rest of the look simple and let the bag lead.
It suits the office and travel. For more ideas, read our guide to styling Scanlan Theodore and the Spring 2026 edit.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Brand | Scanlan Theodore, Melbourne |
| Category | totes and top-handle bags |
| Colour | Beige |
| Material | Italian nubuck leather with embossed chevron motif, lined in smooth leather |
| Size and fit | Measures 21 cm x 36 cm x 12 cm (height, width, depth). Drop 17 to 37 cm. One size. |
| Care | When not in use, store in a dry and dark place. Keep covered with the original dust bag to prevent collecting dust. Gently clean with a soft damp cloth. |
| Origin | Designed in Melbourne, Australia |
| Style code | H6223500-BRANDY |
About Scanlan Theodore
Scanlan Theodore is an Australian luxury house founded in Melbourne in 1987 by Fiona Scanlan and Gary Theodore, who opened the first boutique on Chapel Street in South Yarra. Gary Theodore is still creative director, and every collection is designed in-house in Melbourne. The house is best known for polished tailoring and its signature Crepe Knit, a viscose and polyamide knit spun from Italian yarn and introduced in 2001. Alongside ready-to-wear it makes bags, shoes and jewellery; the shoes and jewellery carry a Made in Italy label. Read who is Scanlan Theodore and is Scanlan Theodore worth it for the full story.
“I would start a Scanlan Theodore wardrobe with The Athos Shopper.”
Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Coveti
How Scanlan Theodore Compares
Shoppers looking at Scanlan Theodore often also consider
Christopher Esber,
Carla Zampatti and
Totême.
Christopher Esber leans sculptural and evening-led, Carla Zampatti is the older Australian tailoring house, and Totême is Scandinavian minimalism. Scanlan Theodore is built around the working week. Our edit of brands like Scanlan Theodore sets out the differences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Scanlan Theodore The Athos Shopper in Brandy authentic?
Yes. Every Scanlan Theodore piece sold by Coveti is 100% authentic and is checked before dispatch.
What size should I order in the The Athos Shopper in Brandy?
The bag is one size. The measurements are listed in the details above. Our Scanlan Theodore size guide has the full AU, UK and US conversion.
What is the The Athos Shopper in Brandy made of?
Italian nubuck leather with embossed chevron motif, lined in smooth leather.
How do I care for the The Athos Shopper in Brandy?
When not in use, store in a dry and dark place. Keep covered with the original dust bag to prevent collecting dust. Gently clean with a soft damp cloth.
Where is this Scanlan Theodore piece made?
Designed in Melbourne, Australia. Scanlan Theodore designs every collection in-house in Melbourne, and Coveti only names a factory country where the label states one.
Who founded Scanlan Theodore?
Fiona Scanlan and Gary Theodore founded the label in Melbourne in 1987. Scanlan sold her share in 2003, and Gary Theodore remains creative director.
Where else can I buy Scanlan Theodore?
The brand sells through its own boutiques in Australia and the United States, concessions inside David Jones and its own online store. Our guide to where to buy Scanlan Theodore lists them.
How does delivery work?
Coveti ships worldwide with express options through DHL Express and FedEx International Priority. Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, which makes the customer the importer of record for local duties and taxes. The full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
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Last updated 01-Oct-26 | Curated and authenticated by Coveti
