A London-based leather goods brand known for its architectural handbags and playful, sculpture-inspired design.
ORIGIN
United Kingdom
PRICE TIER
contemporary
Danse Lente, French for “slow dance,” is a London-based leather goods house founded in 2017 by Youngwon Kim. With a background in footwear design from the London College of Fashion, Kim launched the brand to explore the creative freedom of handbag shapes, drawing inspiration from modern art and architecture. The brand quickly gained a cult following for its structured, geometric silhouettes that blend minimalist aesthetics with a playful, artistic touch. Signature styles often feature unique hardware, such as the oversized D-ring on the popular Johnny bucket bag, and thoughtful, color-blocked combinations.