A comprehensive overview that celebrates the life’s work of an iconic Dutch shoe and bag designer

Hester van Eeghen’s love of life, artisanry, colour and art as a source of inspiration for a thousand unique designs

Illustrated with numerous images of her distinctive designs



Hester van Eeghen (1958-2021) pioneered the use of bright colours in her bag and shoe designs. Her iconic creations were internationally acclaimed and are in the collections of several museums. Since the 1980s, her bags and shoes have been an indelible part of the Dutch design tradition.


In a career spanning more than 40 years, Van Eeghen created a thousand designs for her own brand, collaborated with other prestigious brands and produced countless unique pieces for charity. Her work is characterized by geometric patterns, bright colours, a sense of humour and a penchant for versatility of use.


Hester van Eeghen: A World of Bags is a tribute to Hester van Eeghen, one of the most important designers in the Dutch design tradition. The publication offers a unique insight into Van Eeghen’s artistic design process, her sources of inspiration ranging from classical music to origami, her skilful use of materials, her influence on the design world and her infectious lust for life.