Ashley Watson

A native of British Colombia, Ashley Watson holds a degree in Fine Arts from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. After studying fashion design in Vancouver, Ashley interned at Libertine in NYC. Upon her return to Vancouver, Ashley worked as a jewelry designer before founding Ashley Watson Recycled Leather in 2006. Ashley Watson creates her one-of-a-kind leather bags using exclusively recycled materials. Inspired by the original features of vintage leather jackets purchased at thrift stores, Ashley incorporates these distinctive details into each unique design. With an extensive background in studio art, Ashley brings an innovative and environmentally sound approach to fashion design by creating sophisticated, practical, and distinctive leather goods.