Key workers receive 12% off full-price merchandise

Yes. Kipling was founded in 1987 in Antwerp, Belgium, and still carries a strong Belgian heritage in its design team. It is now owned by US apparel group VF Corporation (the parent of Vans, The North Face, Timberland and others) but continues to design from Antwerp with worldwide distribution through its own stores and kipling.com.

The furry monkey keychain is Kipling's signature mascot, present on every bag since the brand launched in 1987. The monkey comes in different colours and variants (seasonal editions, collaborations, plain and prints) and has become a collector item — some customers buy multiple monkeys to swap between bags. The monkey should stay attached when returning an item.

Yes — that's one of Kipling's defining features. Most bags and backpacks are made from crinkled nylon that is significantly lighter than leather equivalents while being water-resistant and hard-wearing. This makes them popular for travel, school and everyday use. Suitcases use similarly lightweight materials to reduce empty weight and maximise the packing allowance within airline limits.

Yes. Most Kipling bags carry a lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects when registered on kipling.com. The warranty does not cover normal wear, accidental damage or cosmetic marks. Keep proof of purchase and register your bag after buying to activate the warranty.