“Our name comes from the Ghurka soldiers of the Himalayas who since the days of the British Raj have been known throughout the world for their bravery, loyalty and cheerful indifference to all difficulty. The story begins at an antiquities auction in the early 1970s where our company’s founder, Marley Hodgson, fueled by his love of history and leather craft, bid on campaign gear made for a Ghurka regimental officer stationed in India during the early 1900s. Inspired by the rugged elegance and workmanship of the 75-year-old-leather, Marley made his first bag, a leather knapsack, for his young son. Ghurka continues to cater to what Marley called the “quiet confidence and adventurous spirit” of the Ghurka client. Our assortment of iconic designs and new classics are made not to withstand life’s adventures, but to be molded by them, making each bag a unique heirloom.” @ghurka will be joining us this season at PROJECT New York from July 17-19. Register now to shop their collection and discover all you need to know about PROJECT New York at the link in our bio.
“Our name comes from the Ghurka soldiers of the Himalayas who since the days of the British Raj have been known throughout the world for their bravery, loyalty and cheerful indifference to all difficulty. The story begins at an antiquities auction in the early 1970s where our company’s founder, Marley Hodgson, fueled by his love of history and leather craft, bid on campaign gear made for a Ghurka regimental officer stationed in India during the early 1900s. Inspired by the rugged elegance and workmanship of the 75-year-old-leather, Marley made his first bag, a leather knapsack, for his young son. Ghurka continues to cater to what Marley called the “quiet confidence and adventurous spirit” of the Ghurka client. Our assortment of iconic designs and new classics are made not to withstand life’s adventures, but to be molded by them, making each bag a unique heirloom.” @ghurka will be joining us this season at PROJECT New York from July 17-19. Register now to shop their collection and discover all you need to know about PROJECT New York at the link in our bio.
