Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa’s Essie Apparel Hob Bag Collection Prices Revealed

Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa’s Essie Apparel Hob Bag Collection Prices Revealed

  • Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa spoke with fashion content creator Neo Ndemande at her Essie Apparel store in Rosebank to discuss her new bag collection
  • The Essie Hob Bag Capsule, officially launched in July, features clutches and tote bags crafted from sheep wool and cowhide leather
  • When asked about the price, the actress said that although they were more high-end due to the quality, the bags were "attainable"
Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa revealed that her bags start at R15,000
Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa confirmed the prices for her Essie Apparel Hob bag collection. Images: enhlembali_.
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Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa is not shy about her price tags. The actress and fashion designer gave fans a candid look at her latest offering when fashion content creator Neo Ndemande visited the Essie Apparel store in Rosebank, Johannesburg, on 3 September 2026, asking all the questions shoppers had been waiting for.

The Essie Hob Bag Capsule, which made its official debut in July, is a collection of statement pieces built from sheep wool and cowhide leather. Each bag features a soft, fuzzy fleece body offset by contrasting brown leather trim, and the range spans elegant clutches through to roomy tote bags. Enhle's personal pick from the line is the Essie Hob horizontal shearling-style bowling bag, which she described as ideal for travel.

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Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa spoke about her latest bag collection
Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa shared insight into her new Essie Apparel Hob bag collection. Image: enhlembali_.
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How much do the bags cost?

When Ndemande pressed Enhle on pricing, the designer did not dance around the question.

"These bags are very attainable; however, obviously because of the quality of the bag, it's a bit more high-end," she explained before confirming that pieces start from R15,000 upwards. However, she also revealed that she had pieces that retail for as little as R1,500.

The craftsmanship behind the label has deep roots. Back in 2018, Essie Apparel was part of the creative team that designed the iconic green ensemble Beyoncé wore during her performances at the Global Citizen Festival: Mandela 100 event, held in South Africa - a moment that cemented the brand's profile on a world stage.

Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa revealed how much her bags cost
Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa revealed that the prices for the Essie Apparel Hob bag collection start at R15,000. Image: enhlembali_.
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Mzansi reacts to the collection

Followers weighed in on the collection with enthusiasm.

cheffloyd1 reacted:

"The bags are a need!"

Stellzc wrote:

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"I need the travel bag."

Naledi_entle666 said:

"Love her down! Can't wait to afford her brand."

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