State of Escape

State of Escape is a design brand founded in pursuit of creating bags that connect the contemporary woman with her curiosity. Brigitte MacGowan and Desley Maidment began their journey with a single-minded idea: to evoke in others the desire to escape back to their true selves. State of Escape's collections include timeless styles and colorways that are the essence of a contemporary wardrobe, complemented by seasonal editions inspired by curated seasonal color palettes. Each creation is meticulously handcrafted and inspected for balance, symmetry, and structural perfection. State of Escape believes in quality, craft, and providence, making it the perfect choice for anyone who values these qualities in their accessories.

State of Escape patrons are contemporary women seeking bags that reflect their curiosity and connect them with their true selves. They value handcrafted, timeless designs, seasonal color palettes, and accessories made with an emphasis on quality, craft, and providence.

• The bag is well-made, sturdy, and durable
• The size is perfect for various uses, such as work, beach, or travel
• The neoprene material is soft and of excellent quality
• The bag can hold a lot of stuff without digging into the shoulders
• The bag comes in beautiful colors and looks more expensive than its price
• The bag handles are strong and comfortable to hold
• The bag is lightweight and easy to carry around
• The bag comes with a removable bottom and a cute wristlet
• The bag is a perfect gift for friends and family

• The bag did not meet expectations in terms of size and structure.
• The quality of the bag was not up to par.
• The bag had an unpleasant odor that was difficult to remove.
• The bag had a strong chemical smell that was overwhelming.

State of Escape offers free express shipping within Australia, with same day dispatch for orders placed before 11am AEST on weekdays. Deliveries are made via Startrack Couriers on a premium express next day delivery service to all capital cities, with outer suburban, country, WA, and NT deliveries taking 2-3 business days. International customers can enjoy secure express shipping for a fixed rate of AUD $25 (ex. Japan which is $50 AUD), with same day dispatch for orders placed prior to 11am AEST. Orders are shipped via DHL International, with delivery times varying between countries but generally occurring within 3-5 business days. All deliveries with DHL must be signed for on delivery, and international orders are sent DDU (Delivery Duty Unpaid), with customers liable for any customs duty and import taxes applicable on their purchase upon arrival in their country. State of Escape cannot be held liable for stolen, lost, or missing parcels when selecting “Free Express Shipping (Authority to leave WITHOUT signature)” on orders.

State of Escape offers exchanges for items that have not been worn, washed, or altered and are returned in their original condition with all tags attached and the original dust bag intact. Customers must lodge their exchange request within 7 days of receipt. Any price variation on the new selection will be refunded or require additional payment. State of Escape is not liable for postage lost, and customers are responsible for the shipping cost on returns. The company does not offer refunds, but they will exchange any goods that pass the returning conditions. The brand's gift cards are also non-refundable. If a customer has a concern that their purchase is faulty or damaged, they must email the Customer Care team after immediate inspection of the purchase upon arrival. State of Escape cannot accept items purchased from their official stockists.