About Us

 

 

Founded in 2020 by Stephanie (“Stef”) Errickson in Milford, Connecticut, Cliff + Soph Design is a woman-owned couture handbag house devoted to refined craftsmanship, elevated materials, and meaningful purpose.

Steeped in a love of design and guided by a lifelong devotion to animals, Stef crafts and curates each collection in Connecticut using fine materials and premium interior designer fabrics — many from heritage textile houses and available only in limited runs. Some styles are personally made by Stef; others are sewn by her small team under her creative direction. The result is a considered assortment of collectible handbags, many with truly one-of-a-kind character.

Select designs are adorned with rare vintage embellishments and produced as singular statement pieces. Others are thoughtfully made to order, with a standard lead time of 3–4 weeks — honoring the brand’s commitment to intentional, small-batch production. For special timelines or bespoke inquiries, clients are warmly invited to contact info@cliffandsophdesign.com
, and every effort will be made to accommodate.

Cliff + Soph Design is proudly cruelty-free. No animal by-products are used in the creation of our handbags — every leather-like finish is thoughtfully selected faux material chosen for both beauty and ethics.

The house is named in honor of Stef’s beloved cats, Cliff and Sophie — the original muses behind the brand — alongside their brothers Frank and Harry, and her husband Dave, who complete her cherished family. In keeping with the brand’s ethos, a portion of every sale is donated to animal welfare charities, with recipients thoughtfully selected based on current needs and causes close to the company’s heart.

At Cliff + Soph Design, fashion is more than adornment — it is an expression of kindness, integrity, and conscious creation.

Because the only thing more beautiful than a Cliff + Soph handbag is the compassion that accompanies it.