Pillow Griffin large leather bag product image (primary)
Soft, rectangular black leather shoulder bag with a large horizontal silver metal plate on the front and a thin shoulder strap with silver hardware.

Rick Owens

Pillow Griffin Large Leather Bag

CA$2,300.00CAD
In Stock

The Rick Owens Pillow Griffin Large Leather Bag is a soft, rectangular crossbody/shoulder bag made in Italy from crinkled-finish black cowhide with recycled polyester padding. It measures 22 cm high x 32 cm long x 10 cm wide and features a brushed-metal magnetic closure, palladium-finish hardware, an inner zip pocket, and a slim adjustable removable crossbody strap. It is intended as an everyday designer bag; user reviews describe the leather and build as designer-quality, while noting the thin strap can reduce comfort and the bag is larger than expected.

Color
black
Material
crinkled-finish cowhide leather with recycled polyester padding
Style
minimal, gothic, modern, edgy
Category
Luggage & Bags > Messenger Bags

Specifications

Rick Owens large pillow bag in supple crinkled black leather with magnetic closure, inner zip pocket, and adjustable removable crossbody strap.

Plush pillow design, crinkled-finish cowhide leather, recycled polyester padding, piercing-inspired detail, brushed palladium-finish hardware, magnetic closure, inner zip pocket, slim adjustable removable crossbody strap, made in Italy, includes signature storage box and dust bag.

Color
black · black
Material
crinkled-finish cowhide leather with recycled polyester padding
Secondary
recycled-polyester, metal
Style
minimal, gothic, modern, edgy
Occasion
everyday, date-night, weekend
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Dimensions
12.5 x 4 x 8.75 in
Category
Luggage & Bags > Messenger Bags

Additional Attributes

  • plush pillow silhouette
  • crinkled-finish cowhide leather
  • recycled polyester padding
  • piercing-inspired detail
  • brushed palladium-finish hardware
  • magnetic closure
  • inner zip pocket
  • slim adjustable removable crossbody strap
  • made in Italy
  • signature storage box and dust bag included

Product Insights

Pillow Griffin Large Leather Bag Rick Owens Fits everyday essentials but not a 13-inch laptop or A4 folder Slim removable strap is adjustable but thin, a comfort concern Care: wipe with dry cloth, avoid water and solvents, store in dust bag Made in Italy with storage box and dust bag at 2300 CAD

Verified claims

Identity
Large leather messenger bag in one size and Oxford color
Material
Shell and lining are 100% calf leather with recycled polyester padding
Construction
Polyester wadding gives lightweight cushioning and pillow shape
Leather finish
Crinkled cowhide finish softens over time and won't flake
Hardware
Brushed palladium hardware resists tarnish but needs gentle cleaning
Design detail
Piercing-inspired front plate is a bold signature detail
Closure
Magnetic closure with possible top zipper; rigid contents strain flap
Strap
Slim removable strap is adjustable but thin, a comfort concern
Size
Fits everyday essentials but not a 13-inch laptop or A4 folder
Interior
Interior has a pocket and leather lining
Durability
Leather and build quality praised; holds up over months
Care
Care: wipe with dry cloth, avoid water and solvents, store in dust bag
Dye transfer
Black leather lining may transfer dye onto light clothing
Styling
Minimalist gothic aesthetic with monumental, pillow-soft drape
Use cases
Works as an everyday designer bag and messenger alternative
Reception
Community sees it as underrated and worth more attention
Comparison
Cerberus is bigger and harder to retrieve items from; Pillow Griffin preferred for daily use
Comparison
Feels more like a designer item than LV canvas and Gucci leather bags
Value
Made in Italy with storage box and dust bag at 2300 CAD

Product record

Title
Pillow Griffin Large Leather Bag
Brand
Rick Owens
Price
2300 CAD
Availability
In stock

Buying Guide

1 comparison · 10 sources

Uses

Carrying it on the shoulder or crossbody

This plush black leather bag can be carried on the shoulder or worn crossbody with its slim, adjustable, and removable strap. At roughly 12.5 inches long by 8.75 inches high by 4 inches deep, it sits close to the body as a compact everyday or going-out bag. One Rick Owens forum commenter noted the strap is thin, so it may feel less substantial on the shoulder than thicker straps.[1,2,3]

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Pillow Griffin Large Leather Bag: Choose this if you want a plush, pillow-soft shoulder bag in the Oxford colorway: it is crafted from extraordinarily supple, crinkled black leather with recycled polyester padding, a brushed-metal magnetic closure plus exposed top zip, and a slim, adjustable, removable crossbody strap, in a one-size rectangular shape measuring 12.5 inches (32 cm) long, 8.75 inches (22 cm) high, and 4 inches (10 cm) wide. It suits minimalist-luxury tastes, with an inner zip pocket, made-in-Italy construction, and a signature storage box and dust bag included. Note that one Reddit commenter reported the strap is thin, which shaped their negative verdict on some quality under discussion in that thread.[1,2]Pillow Griffin Bag: Choose this if you want a plush, pillow-like shoulder bag in supple black calf leather with a brushed-metal magnetic closure, two large compartments (one zipped), an interior zip pocket, and a removable crossbody strap — sized one size at about 11.75 inches long, 6.75 inches high, and 3.5 inches deep, made in Italy with a dust bag included. Owners who love it describe the lambskin-lined interior as having a super nice feel, but note the strap is thin and the metal clasp scratches a little too easily, and one owner found the padding feels less expensive than the rest of the bag.[2,4,5,6,7]Gemini Supple Hobo Bag: Choose this if you want an oversized black hobo bag with a slouchy yet structured silhouette, made in Italy from 100 percent buffalo leather that the retailer describes as luxurious genuine pebbled leather, with palladium hardware and a top-zip main pouch plus an inner zippered hanging pocket. It comes in one size measuring 21.25 inches tall, 18 inches long, and 4.75 inches deep, with a single wide shoulder strap that secures with a double-ended snap hook engraved with the Rick Owens logo. Note that the leather is listed as 100 percent buffalo leather while also described as genuine pebbled leather, a difference the source does not reconcile.[8,9,10]

Image Analysis

3 images
Pillow Griffin large leather bag product image (primary)
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Product

Soft, rectangular black leather shoulder bag with a large horizontal silver metal plate on the front and a thin shoulder strap with silver hardware.

  • Overall shapeRectangular, pillow-like soft body with rounded, slightly puffed edges and a flattened base; bag sits upright on its base.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.55 · w 0.92 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Material and surfaceWrinkled, slightly glossy black leather surface with visible creasing and natural grain texture across the exterior.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.76 · h 0.28 (high)
  • Front metal plateLarge horizontal rectangular silver metal plate inset on the front face, with a brushed finish and a slight raised border on the right edge.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.69 · w 0.33 · h 0.09 (high)
  • Shoulder strapThin black leather shoulder strap that extends from the left and right upper corners; strap on the right hangs down visibly along the side and across the foreground.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.63 · w 0.22 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.60 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Silver hardwareSmall silver metal clasp or connector visible where the left strap meets the bag and a small silver ring or loop visible on the right front side near the top edge.
    2 regionsx 0.08 · y 0.62 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.68 · w 0.03 · h 0.06 (medium)
  • Seams and constructionVisible seam lines along the bag edges and a stitched bottom edge; seams appear slightly puckered consistent with a soft filled construction.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.76 · w 0.88 · h 0.10 (high)

Other

Studio product shot on a pale neutral background with even front lighting and soft shadow beneath the bag. Image is centered with the bag occupying the lower half of the frame.

  • Background and lightingSmooth light gray background with even diffuse front lighting that produces soft, minimal shadows under the bag.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Shot compositionBag is centered horizontally and positioned near the lower third of the image; ample empty space above the product.
  • ShadowSoft shadow directly beneath and slightly in front of the bag, indicating a light source from above and slightly front-facing.
    1 regionx 0.10 · y 0.88 · w 0.80 · h 0.06 (high)

Colors

black· leather bodysilver· front metal plate and small hardware
Pillow Griffin large leather bag product image 2
02

Product

Soft rectangular pillow-style leather bag shown from a rear/side angle, with a top horizontal seam, crinkled glossy leather surface, visible thin detachable shoulder strap, and exposed metal hardware at each top corner.

  • Overall shapeSoft rectangular pouch with rounded corners and a slightly slumped, pillow-like profile visible from the rear/side angle.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.28 · w 0.84 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Leather textureCrinkled, slightly glossy leather surface showing fine irregular wrinkles and light reflections across the body and flap.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Top flap and seamHorizontal top flap with a visible seam running across the rear face near the upper third of the bag.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.30 · w 0.76 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Corner shapingLeft and right vertical side panels folded into the main body, creating soft gusseted corners with visible stitch lines.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.44 (high); x 0.80 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Shoulder strapThin flat leather shoulder strap displayed across the foreground and attached at the right top corner; strap lies partly on the surface in front of the bag.
    2 regionsx 0.00 · y 0.78 · w 1.00 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.86 · y 0.28 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Metal hardwareRounded metal D-ring attached to the left top corner and a small rectangular metal clasp at the right top where the strap connects.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.32 · w 0.08 · h 0.09 (high); x 0.90 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.08 (high)

Other

Studio shot on a light grey background with soft diffuse lighting and a faint shadow beneath the bag; composition centers the bag slightly left of center with the strap foregrounded.

  • Background and surfaceUniform light grey backdrop and flat surface with a soft shadow under the bag.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Shot compositionRear/side three-quarter view that shows the bag body, left corner, and strap attachment points; lower portion of the strap crosses the foreground.
  • Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffuse studio lighting producing subtle highlights on the leather and low-contrast shadows.

Colors

black· bodyblack· shoulder strapmatte silver· metal hardware
Pillow Griffin large leather bag product image 3
03

Product

Soft, pillow-style black leather rectangular bag shown from a high angle that reveals the top zip opening, interior slip pocket, metal zipper and buckle hardware, and heavily wrinkled leather surface.

  • Overall shapeRectangular, pillow-like soft body with a flattened base and rounded top edges visible through collapsed, padded leather walls.
    1 regionx 0.04 · y 0.20 · w 0.92 · h 0.68 (high)
  • Leather surfaceBlack leather with pronounced wrinkles and a slightly glossy finish; surface shows natural creasing and varied highlight areas.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.88 · h 0.54 (high)
  • Top zipperExposed metal zipper with closely spaced silver teeth running along the bag opening; zipper track sits inset from the outer lip.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.86 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Zipper pullRectangular silver metal zipper pull attached to the zipper slider, visible at the top-left of the opening.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.08 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Interior slip pocketInternal flat slip pocket along the inner wall, made from the same black leather and visible just inside the open top.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.18 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Internal small text (illegible)Small printed or stamped text on the interior pocket area; characters are too small and faint to read clearly in this image.Partial
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (medium)
  • Strap hardwareSilver metal rectangular buckle or ring visible near the top-left corner indicating a strap attachment point.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Top seam stitchingVisible single-line stitching along the top edge where the zipper is attached, contrasting subtly with the leather surface.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.12 · w 0.86 · h 0.08 (high)

Other

Studio-style product photograph on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath the bag; image is a close crop showing the top and one side of the bag.

  • Background and stagingLight gray seamless background with a subtle soft shadow under the bag indicating overhead studio lighting.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Shot compositionHigh-angle close-up cropped to show the bag opening and top section; lower-right corner of the bag is visible while the far right and left edges are near the image borders.
  • Lighting and reflectionsSoft directional lighting creates visible highlights on the wrinkled leather and on metal hardware, with low-contrast shadows in recessed creases.

Colors

black· leather body#0E0E0Dsilver· zipper teeth and pull

Reddit Insights

3 threads · r/Rickowens

Reddit users generally praise the Rick Owens Pillow Griffin Large Leather Bag as underrated, soft, and designer-quality, but some note the thin strap reduces comfort and the bag is surprisingly large.

positive sentiment100% match

Most comments are positive about design, leather quality, and underrated status, while there is some concern about the thin strap and unexpected size.

Themes

Underrated design and visual appealpositive
Comfort and strapnegative
Size and practicalitymixed
Leather and build qualitypositive
Designer comparisonspositive

Use Cases

  • Everyday designer bag
  • Messenger/purse carry
  • Alternative to mainstream designer bags

Watch Out For

mediumThe thin strap can be uncomfortable for carrying.
lowThe bag is surprisingly large, which may affect expectations.

Compared To

vs Rick Owens Cerberus bag

Cerberus is bigger and harder to retrieve items from, while Pillow Griffin is preferred by some for daily use.

vs LV canvas and Gucci leather bags

The Griffin bag feels more like a designer item than LV canvas and Gucci leather bags.

Source Threads

  • Thin strap comfort concern for Griffin Pillow

    Unfortunately it has a thin strap, so it really isn‘t. Unless it‘s the work griffin, that one has a thicker one, I believe.

    u/iswmuomwnr/RickowensView thread →

  • Positive review of Griffin bag quality and designer feel

    I’m really happy with this bag and I really think it should be more popular! The Griffin bag (from my experience) feels a lot more like a designer item than the LV canvas bags and even Gucci’s leather bags.

    u/gothgogabgalabr/RickowensView thread →

  • Everyday use and preference for Pillow Griffin over Cerberus

    noooo i love my pillow griffin too!!! but i love big bags so i had to get the cerberus earlier this year but i don’t regret it at all, i love this bag it’s been my everyday bag for a few months and still looks so great

    u/Queasy-Ladder-7310r/RickowensView thread →

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-designer/accessories/bags/pillow-griffin-large-leather-bag--8946-1660947
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