Savette Exotic Bags: Crocodile, Lizard and Eel

Savette’s exotic editions put the Symmetry shapes into genuine crocodile, lizard and eel, with calf leather linings. They are made in small numbers and are some of the most special pieces on the Savette page. For the classic versions in calf, start with our The Savette Symmetry Pochette: Sizes, Leathers and How to Wear It.

Crocodile

Savette released the Symmetry Pochette in crocodile to mark the brand’s fifth anniversary, the first time it had used the skin. It is the most expensive Savette bag and the one to buy as a true heirloom.

Lizard

Lizard has a fine, even scale and a soft sheen. It is lighter than crocodile and looks very polished in dark shades such as currant.

Eel

Eel skin is supple and slightly glossy, with a distinctive striped texture where the strips are joined. It is a good middle ground between calf and the heavier exotics.

• Savette Symmetry Pochette in Black Crocodile
• Savette Symmetry Pochette in Currant Lizard
• Savette Symmetry Pochette in Black Eel
• Savette Symmetry Charm in Currant Lizard

Sourcing and care

Savette says it buys exotic leather only from suppliers that meet strict animal welfare and legal standards. Keep exotics away from water and direct heat, store them stuffed in the dust bag, and have them cleaned by a specialist. Shipping rules for exotic skins vary by country, so check before ordering across borders.

Which exotic should you choose?

Choose crocodile if you want the rarest piece and plan to keep it for decades. Choose lizard for a refined, lighter bag that still reads as special at dinner. Choose eel if you want the texture of an exotic with a softer hand and a lower price. All three keep the classic Pochette proportions, 22 by 12 by 7 cm, and the turnlock.

How exotics wear over time

Crocodile develops a gentle sheen at the edges with handling. Lizard scales can lift slightly if the bag is left in dry heat, so store it away from radiators. Eel softens and takes on a light patina. None of them like water, so carry a calf bag on rainy days.

Frequently asked questions

Does Savette make a crocodile bag?

Yes. The Symmetry Pochette in genuine crocodile was introduced for the brand’s fifth anniversary.

Are Savette exotic bags lined?

Yes. The crocodile, lizard and eel pochettes are lined in calf leather.

Is eel skin durable?

Eel is strong for its weight and wears well when kept dry and away from heat.

Can exotic bags be shipped internationally?

Exotic skins are subject to wildlife trade rules that differ by country. Savette itself ships its exotic styles only within the United States.