Previous page Vera Bradley Collections Visit the Store How did we get our start? Our founders were traveling together in 1982 when the idea for cheerful, colorful travel bags began. They began the business on a basement ping-pong table with cotton fabrics and function-focused designs. A community of dreamers and do-ers quickly followed! What makes our products unique? As America's first travel brand for women, we find connection in our colors and power in our prints. It's what brings us together, and helps you stand out Why do we love what we do? Female-led ingenuity and the desire to make world a brighter place remain at the heart of the company today Back to School Gift Giving Home Wearables By women, for women from the start, Vera Bradley's mission is to connect and empower women and girls on their unique and remarkable journeys. Next page