Strathberry Hobo Bag Guide: Lana, Kite, Kite Maxi and Sway Compared

A Strathberry hobo bag comes in two main shapes at Coveti: the Lana Hobo, a crescent-shaped shoulder bag from $740 that measures 31.5 x 22 x 14 cm in suede, and the Kite Hobo, a softer, deeper bag at $1,090 with a larger Kite Hobo Maxi at $1,220. The newer Sway, from $810, is the slouchy option for anyone who wants the hobo mood in a smaller crossbody. Every style below is in the Strathberry edit and the wider designer hobo bags category, and if you want the general history of the shape first, start with our hobo bags guide.

What Makes a Strathberry Hobo Bag Different?

Most designer hobo bags rely on a slumped shape and very little else. Strathberry adds its own hardware. The house signature is the Music Bar, a polished metal bar across the front of the bag, and it appears on the Kite Hobo and the Sway. The result is a soft bag with one sharp, recognisable detail, which is why the shape reads as polished at the office rather than weekend-only.

The other difference is construction. Strathberry is a Scottish house, founded in Edinburgh in 2011 by Guy and Leeanne Hundleby, and every bag is designed in Scotland and handcrafted in Spain. If you are weighing the brand against others in the same price band, our is Strathberry a luxury brand explainer covers the positioning in full.

Strathberry Hobo Bags Compared

The Lana Hobo: The Classic Crescent

The Lana Hobo is the most traditional hobo in the line: a curved, crescent body that hangs from a single shoulder strap and closes with a magnet. Inside there is a zipped pocket for keys and cards. The suede version measures 31.5 cm across, 22 cm high and 14 cm deep, which is enough for a wallet, a phone, sunglasses and a small pouch.

Lana Hobo materials and prices

This is where the Lana gets interesting, because the material changes the price more than any other Strathberry hobo. The Lana Hobo in Espresso is the entry point at $740. Smooth leather colours such as the Lana Hobo in Black and the Lana Hobo in Walnut are $900. Raffia combinations run $840 and suit spring. At the top, the Lana Hobo in Chocolate Woven Leather is $1,090.

The suede Lana Hobo

New this season, the Lana Hobo in Tan Suede ($950) is cut in Italian calf suede with a suede and leather shoulder strap. It is the closest Strathberry gets to the brown suede hobo, one of the most searched bag shapes this autumn winter 2026/27, and the tan shade works with denim, camel and grey alike.

The Kite Hobo: Softer and Deeper

Where the Lana is a crescent, the Kite Hobo is a taller pouch. The tartan version measures 32 cm wide and 30 cm high, nearly square, with a stud closure, the Music Bar and an interior zipped pocket. The brand suggests wearing it on the shoulder with the strap adjusted so the bag sits at the hip, which is how a hobo should hang. We cover the wider Kite family, including the Kite Tote and Kite Sling, in our Strathberry Kite bag guide.

Kite Hobo colours

Every Kite Hobo at Coveti is $1,090, so the choice comes down to finish. The Kite Hobo in Black and the Kite Hobo in Espresso are the workhorses. The Kite Hobo in Burgundy is the seasonal colour. The Kite Hobo in Strathberry Tartan Taupe is new for AW26, in wool tartan trimmed with calf leather; the brand says the tartan takes its cues from its Edinburgh townhouse on Melville Street.

The Kite Hobo Maxi: For Those Who Carry Everything

The Kite Hobo Maxi is the largest hobo in the line and costs $1,220 in every colour. It keeps the Kite’s soft pouch shape and scales it up for anyone who carries a book, a water bottle and a cardigan on the same day. The Kite Hobo Maxi in Taupe is the most versatile shade; the Kite Hobo Maxi in Walnut is the warmer alternative. We have not listed exact dimensions here because they are not on our product data; check the product page before you buy if size is critical, and see our Strathberry size guide for side-by-side measurements.

Is There a Strathberry Suede Hobo Bag?

Yes, several. Suede hobo bags are one of the most searched autumn shapes, and Strathberry offers the style across both families. In the Lana, there is the Tan Suede above. In the Kite, the Kite Hobo in Chocolate Suede and the Kite Hobo in Loch Blue Suede are both $1,090, and the Kite Hobo Maxi in Tan Suede is $1,220.

Living with a suede hobo

Suede marks more easily than grain leather, especially at the base and where the bag rubs against a coat. A suede brush and a protective spray before first use go a long way. Our step-by-step guide on how to clean a suede bag covers rain, water marks and scuffs, and our suede bags edit shows how other houses handle the material.

Sway: The Slouchy Alternative

Sway is not a hobo in the strict sense, but it answers the same need. Strathberry calls it “a softer expression of form”: a relaxed structure in grain calf leather that sits naturally against the body, with a magnetic closure, the Music Bar and gold hardware. The standard Sway (23 x 16 x 8 cm) comes with both a shoulder strap and an adjustable crossbody strap, so it can be worn hands-free in a way the Lana and Kite cannot. The Sway in Black is $840; the Sway in Toffee Suede and Espresso is $810 and is the slouchiest version thanks to the suede.

The Sway Maxi in Black ($950) grows to 30 x 19 x 11 cm, with an interior zipped pocket and an adjustable leather shoulder strap. It is the closest in capacity to the Lana Hobo while keeping a neater outline. The full model breakdown is in our Strathberry Sway bag review.

Which Strathberry Hobo Bag Should You Buy?

For everyday work

The Kite Hobo in Black. It is deep enough for a full day, sits at the hip under one arm, and the stud closure keeps the top neat on a commute.

For weekends and travel

The Kite Hobo Maxi. The extra volume suits a day out where you need a scarf, a book and a water bottle.

For the best value

The Lana Hobo in Espresso at $740 is the least expensive Strathberry hobo at Coveti, with the same crescent shape as the $900 colours.

For a smaller, hands-free bag

The Sway, because it is the only one of the four that also wears crossbody. If you want something smaller still, our small hobo bags guide covers compact options from other houses, including The Row and Toteme.

How a Strathberry Hobo Compares With Other Designer Hobo Bags

The designer hobo bag market is wide, from heavily branded logo pieces to minimal leather pouches. Strathberry sits in the middle: the Music Bar is a quiet signature, there is no logo print, and prices at Coveti run from $740 to $1,220. If you are building a shortlist, our brands like Strathberry guide compares the house with DeMellier, Polene and others at a similar price.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a Strathberry hobo bag?

At Coveti, the Lana Hobo runs from $740 to $1,090 depending on material, every Kite Hobo is $1,090 and every Kite Hobo Maxi is $1,220. The slouchy Sway costs $810 to $840. Prices are in USD.

What is the difference between the Lana Hobo and the Kite Hobo?

The Lana Hobo is a curved crescent shape with a magnetic closure, about 31.5 x 22 x 14 cm in suede. The Kite Hobo is taller and nearly square, about 32 x 30 cm, with a stud closure and the Music Bar. The Kite holds more; the Lana looks more classic.

Does Strathberry make a suede hobo bag?

Yes. Coveti stocks the Lana Hobo in Tan Suede at $950, the Kite Hobo in Chocolate Suede and in Loch Blue Suede at $1,090 each, and the Kite Hobo Maxi in Tan Suede at $1,220. Brush suede regularly and treat it with a protective spray before first wear.

Can you wear a Strathberry hobo bag crossbody?

The Lana Hobo and the Kite Hobo are shoulder bags. For a crossbody option, choose the Sway, which comes with a shoulder strap and an adjustable crossbody strap. It measures 23 x 16 x 8 cm.

Where are Strathberry hobo bags made?

Strathberry bags are designed in Edinburgh, Scotland, and handcrafted in Spain. The suede Lana Hobo uses Italian calf suede.