A compact hybrid of our iconic Nile and Tigris backpacks, the cocoon-like shape of the Timsah Obsidian Black opens to reveal a compartment offering safe storage for devices of up to 13”. Constructed from a water-repellant obsidian black polyester with a matt PU coating, this Timsah also features a black MemoryTech fabric hood that can be stowed away when not in use. Externally, two side pockets are integrated into the shape to add functionality and further define the organic silhouette.

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Timsah Obsidian Black

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Backpacks

The sculptural Isar Alias is as functional as it is beguiling. The iconic architectural form flows from an ergonomic design concept, resulting in an intriguing silhouette that’s both practical yet beautifully alien.

Part of our premium Alias range, the Isar is made from supple cowhide leather that that mellows and softens in tandem with the wearer’s journey. It also has an understated blue and white woven striped fabric interior.

The Isar Alias includes an integral padded laptop pocket for up to 15” devices. It also carries a large metal buckle on its face; strong zips with leather pullers, gunmetal fastenings and buckles complement the sleek minimalism of the design.

Isar M Alias Leather Black

The EMS is a transformer. It can be worn as a crossbody or waist bag in either its cube form or opened out as a wrap-around.
Made from Ballistic Nylon - a specially woven, durable fabric, originally developed for military applications. Water-repellent, hardwearing and resistant to abrasion and tearing, it is the perfect choice for both the daily commute and travel.

Ems Ballistic Black

Clothing & Accessories

A clever buckle enables you to wear the Inn horizontally or vertically; when the straps are
tightened the bag becomes a volume, adjusting to your carrying needs. Made from durable, weather-resistant Coated Canvas, a signature côte&ciel material.

Inn S Coated Canvas Black

A practical folded pouch with an architectural form, distinctive to the design language of côte&ciel. Made from 100% Nylon with a silky feel and lustrous appearance in bright red with an orange strap and metal clip to attach to a larger bag, or belt loop.

Kivu Xs Sleek Red

Just enough space to store your essentials: phone, wallet, keys and other small items.
This zippered shoulder strap can be worn on its own, either as a minimal crossbody bag or around the waist.
Using the matt black carabiner clips, the ADDA can be attached to other côte&ciel products as an accessory. It functions as a carrying strap or as an additional storage compartment for bags in matching or complementary materials and colours.
Made from a smooth Nylon and Polyester blend in black.

Adda Smooth Black

The AAR is a shapeshifter. This unique multifunctional bag can be worn in four different ways: 1) wrap-around crossbody 2) backpack 3) messenger 4) flightpack.
The ballistic Nylon material is a specially woven, durable fabric, originally developed for military applications. Water-repellent, hardwearing and resistant to abrasion and tearing, it is the perfect choice for both the daily commute and travel.
When in backpack format, the AAR can hold a laptop of up to 13".

Aar Ballistic Black

The Nile is a recasting of our iconic Isar rucksack with its complex interplay between form, space and practicality. It effortlessly balances innovative fabrics and an architectural silhouette with a large carrying capacity, and features an integrated rip stop nylon hood.
The body of the Nile Obsidian is made from a water-repellent coated polyester with a tactile rubberized finish complemented by breathable mesh lined straps and back panel. The interior of the rucksack has a subdued grey lining.
The cocoon-like shape of the Nile Obsidian opens to reveal an integral laptop pocket, which offers safe storage for devices of up to 15”.
The two top strap buckles are refashioned in a hybrid of plastic and metal that ingeniously tightens the shell of the bag onto the shoulder straps.

Nile Obsidian Black

Made from a smooth black Nylon and Polyester blend, the GENIL - a hybrid of our GANGES and NILE bags - is a soft-body backpack with crossed carrying straps.
To the rear is a laptop pocket, designed to carry a laptop of up to 13", securely positioned between the wearer and the bag. Smaller valuables can be carried in the discreet zippered compartment between the straps.
The GENIL can be carried over one shoulder and zippered openings provide full access to the front compartment from either side.

Genil Smooth Black

Inspired by the quivers worn in traditional horseback archery, the Riss is designed to be worn close to the body, either over the shoulder or across the back.

The Riss is created out of a lightweight water repellent coated canvas in midnight black with additional gunmetal detailing. This messenger bag can also be comfortably secured in place by tightening a small buckle.

The Riss accommodates devices up to 13” in its padded computer pocket, plus two further integrated pockets.

Riss Coated Canvas Black

Made from black 100% Nylon with a silky feel, this moon-shaped crossbody has a practical internal zippered pocket and features a detachable eyewear pouch positioned under the flap. The main compartment is extendable; the zip at the base of the bag opens up to reveal a panel of bright orange, bringing an optional splash of colour to this black bag while increasing the volume. The ADDA shoulder strap can also be worn separately as a minimal crossbody.

Hala L Sleek Black

Conceived for those who want a bag that combines a futuristic design statement with practicality and comfort, our scaled down version of the Isar is not only laptop friendly, but boasts the same comfortable straps and specialist finishes as its larger siblings.
The body of the backpack is made from a black EcoYarn - a durable fabric developed through sustainable processes, complimented by a discreet black interior and black metallic trims.
The Isar S EcoYarn has a zipped front pocket for valuables and a separate back compartment with a padded laptop pocket that protects your devices up to 13”.

Isar S Ecoyarn Black

Made from black 100% Nylon with a silky feel, this moon-shaped crossbody has a practical internal zippered pocket and features a detachable eyewear pouch positioned under the flap.
The main compartment is extendable; the zip at the base of the bag opens up to reveal a panel of bright orange, bringing an optional splash of colour to this black bag while increasing the volume. The ADDA shoulder strap can also be worn separately as a minimal crossbody.

Hala S Sleek Black/orange

An envelope-inspired form comprising of two stacked compartments. A zipper opening in the divider between the lower front and rear compartments allows you to reach through for added convenience. EcoYarn is hardwearing, practical and one of our signature materials.

Oril S Ecoyarn Grey

Inspired by the quivers worn in traditional horseback archery, the Riss was designed to be worn close to the body, either over the shoulder or across the back. This passenger bag can also be comfortably secured in place by tightening a small buckle.

The body of the Riss Sport is made from water-repellent coated polyester with a tactile rubberized finish. The underside of the front flap is lined with breathable mesh fabric and is complemented by a subdued grey interior lining.

The Riss Sport accommodates devices up to 13” in its padded computer pocket, which closes with a magnetic tab, plus a further two integrated pockets for extra storage.

Riss Obsidian Black

Deriving its name from the tranquil waters of a river in North Eastern France, the Sormonne Obsidian Black backpack brings peace of mind to the organizationally challenged. The interior compartment can comfortably house a device of up to 13” while the exterior offers two flat-fronted pockets with hidden zips, both accessible when the bag is worn over one shoulder. Constructed from a water-repellant polyester with a matt PU coating, the Sormonne Obsidian Black also features an extra neoprene security strap, a subtle grey interior lining and matt black metal trims.

Sormonne Obsidian Black

Featuring a reinforced underbody and an expandable upper section, this weekender is a great option for carry-on flight luggage.
Two external buckles neatly secure the upper section, creating an architectural curve and an ergonomic form, as the AMPER tucks under the arm of the wearer. For a trip, or days when you need to carry additional items, the buckles are left unclipped to make use of the maximum capacity of the compartment.
The lower section forms the sturdy base of the bag, and is ideal for storing shoes, sportswear or equipment. This spacious section could also be used to safely carry a camera kit or other electronic devices. Two adjustable webbing straps help to secure the items carried in this section.
Ballistic Nylon is a specially woven, durable fabric, originally developed for military applications. Water-repellent, hardwearing and resistant to abrasion and tearing, it is the perfect choice for both the daily commute and travel.

Amper Ballistic Black

The sculptural Isar EcoYarn is as functional as it is beguiling. The iconic architectural form flows from an ergonomic design concept, resulting in an intriguing silhouette that’s both practical yet beautifully alien.
The body of the rucksack is made from a grey EcoYarn - a durable fabric developed through sustainable processes, complimented by a discreet grey interior and black metallic trims.
The Isar EcoYarn includes an integral padded laptop pocket for up to 15” devices.

Isar M Ecoyarn Grey

Shaped like a fortune cookie, this purse offers two compartments for neatly organizing your belongings, with each compartment being large enough to store everyday items such as keys, credit cards or cosmetics. Made from black 100% Nylon with a silky feel, the TARA M sits neatly at hip height, for easy-access to your essentials.

Tara M Sleek Black

In its largest version, the sculptural Isar EcoYarn remains as functional as it is beguiling. The iconic architectural form flows from an ergonomic design concept, resulting in an intriguing silhouette that’s both practical yet beautifully alien.

The body of the rucksack is made from a grey mélange EcoYarn - a durable fabric developed through sustainable processes, complimented by a matching grey interior and black metallic trims.

The Isar EcoYarn includes an integral padded laptop pocket for up to 17” devices. The asymmetric design also includes an external document compartment.

Isar L Ecoyarn Grey

Based on the minimalistic design of our iconic Rhine backpack, the Yuba can be worn as a crossbody using the strap. When the detachable strap is removed, the bag can be fastened directly to the belt loops of the wearer or attached to your luggage. Ballistic Nylon is a specially woven, durable fabric, originally developed for military applications. Water-repellent, hardwearing and resistant to abrasion and tearing, it is the perfect choice for both the daily commute and travel.

Yuba Ballistic Black

The GANGES XM shape is inspired by one of the simplest of forms; a furoshiki parcel folded from a simple square of fabric. This versatile bag can be worn as a backpack, over the shoulder, or carried as a hand-held shopper.

Ganges Xm Memorytech Black

Named after the tranquil waters of a river in North East France, this backpack brings peace of mind to the organisationally challenged. EcoYarn is hardwearing, practical and one of our signature materials.

Sormonne Ecoyarn Grey

Inspired by traditional Japanese armour, this versatile messenger is practical for city living; to be worn wherever and however you choose.
The front of In addition, to the rear is a concealed zipped pocket. this Isarau is constructed from black MemoryTech, the back from black EcoYarn.
Internally, this Isarau features a black interior lining with two main compartments, a padded device pocket which closes with a magnetic tab and a zipped pocket.

Isarau Memorytech Black

Named after a canal linking two of Eastern Europe’s greatest rivers, the Oder-Spree MemoryTech Black combines the minimalism of the Nile backpack with the practicality of a messenger.
The ergonomic form is designed to be worn close to the body and can be safely secured by the easy-adjust system. The front of this Oder-Spree is constructed from a black MemoryTech fabrication.
Features include an internal pouch designed to safely accommodate devices of up to 13”, two large zipped front pockets and an open pocket to the rear.

Oder-spree Memorytech Black

Shaped like a fortune cookie, this handbag offers two compartments for neatly organizing your belongings, with each compartment being large enough to store everyday objects such as a small notebook, stationery and an eyewear case. Made from black 100% Nylon with a silky feel, the TARA L sits neatly at hip height, for easy-access to your essentials.

Tara L Sleek Black

A compact toiletry bag with organisational compartments to store travel hygiene essentials neatly and securely.
Ballistic Nylon is a specially woven, durable fabric, originally developed for military applications. Water-repellent, hardwearing and resistant to abrasion and tearing, it is the perfect choice for the daily commute and travel.

Como S Ballistic Black

Conceived for those who want a bag that combines a futuristic design statement with practicality and comfort, our scaled down version of the Isar is not only laptop friendly, but boasts the same comfortable straps and specialist finishes as its larger siblings.

Part of our premium Alias range, the Isar is made from supple cowhide leather that that mellows and softens in tandem with the wearer’s journey. It also has an understated woven cotton interior and leather pullers on its zips.

The Isar Small Alias includes an integral padded laptop pocket with a magnetic closure for up to 13” devices. The asymmetric design also includes an external document compartment, two zippered internal accessories pouches and a concealed outer pocket.

Isar S Alias Leather Black

The Moselle seamlessly unites an innovative, circular silhouette with a high level of practicality, illustrating the fact that real life doesn’t need to divide itself between the casual and the formal.

This version of the Moselle is made from a black MemoryTech fabrication, so called after the material's uncanny ability to mold to the touch. The result: a lighter bag that’s comfortable to carry, with a smooth sheen.

Moselle Memorytech Black

The sculptural Isar M is as functional as it is beguiling. The iconic architectural form flows from an ergonomic design concept, resulting in an intriguing silhouette that’s both practical yet beautifully alien.
Conceived for those who want a bag that combines a futuristic design statement with practicality and comfort, this new version is fabricated from a water-repellent coated polyester with a tactile rubberized finish, complemented with a light grey interior lining and breathable mesh on flaps, straps and back panel.
The Isar M rucksack includes an integral padded laptop pocket for up to 15” devices. The asymmetric design includes an external document compartment, two internal accessories pouches and a further concealed side pocket.