At Catholight, our passion stems from a shared devotion to God and a deep admiration for the saints who inspire us daily. Founded in 2021 by a group of Catholic women, we sought to create a line of bags that seamlessly melds faith and fashion—transforming everyday accessories into reminders of divine grace. Every design begins with our love for timeless Catholic artwork. We carefully select each image—from beloved saints to sacred symbols—to infuse hope, reverence, and beauty into every stitch. Whether you prefer a classic handbag, a modern satchel, or an elegant wallet, our diverse range ensures there’s a style for every woman who wishes to carry her faith wherever she goes. Committed to quality and ethical craftsmanship, we utilize a variety of leathers to suit every preference, from veganique (PU) leather to premium top-grain leather. Each bag undergoes meticulous creation, reflecting our dedication to excellence, sustainability, and heartfelt devotion. At Catholight, we believe our bags do more than simply hold belongings—they hold stories of faith, strength, and community. By wearing one of our designs, you join our mission to share inspiration and spread the message of God’s unconditional love. We’re honored to accompany you on this journey, and we can’t wait to see how our bags become a part of your own faith-filled story.
Catholight (catholight.com) has 222 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5.
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Boulder, Colorado
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2026
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I have made many purchases and up until now did not have an issue. I bought several of these for my faith formation leaders at OCIA. Today as I was wrapping one of the bags as a gift- I realized the bag had NO HANDLES whatsoever. Just horrified. I sent an email this morning to their support email (why no phone?????) and am praying that I hear back asap as the gift is due in one week. I should have looked immediately to make sure my order was correct. SAD!!!!
Response from CatholightApr 28, 2026
Hi M.Adkisson,
We’re truly sorry to hear about this situation — we completely understand how stressful it must feel, especially with an upcoming gift.
As your order was delivered quite some time ago, it is unfortunately outside of our standard support window, so we’re unable to verify exactly what may have happened (whether the strap was missed during packing or lost afterward). However, regardless of the reason, we always want to support our customers as best as we can.
That’s why our team has already arranged a replacement strap shipment for you. We’ve also sent a confirmation via email — please kindly check your inbox so we can continue assisting you and ensure it arrives in time.
Regarding contact, we do have a support phone number listed on our website as well, but email remains the fastest way for us to track and resolve order-specific issues.
Thank you for your patience, and we truly appreciate the opportunity to make this right. 🤍
EG
Emily G.
Defective and poor quality jewlery…
I purchased a necklace and it came with a huge tight knot in it. The company wanted pictures and videos of the knot which I provided. Overall, the situation has not been corrected and the cross and medal itself are highly disappointing. Poor quality, heavy and clunky jewelry. I should have read the reviews prior to ordering.
JL
Janice L.
Item received had defects. Terrible company
I ordered my first tote from Catholight on June 5. It took 25 days to receive it and it had construction defects that were unacceptable. My order said the item was made from prime patina leather. Did not appear to be leather because a hole in the lining revealed a mesh fabric backing to the supposed leather. Contacted Catholight and they offered to remake it because of the defects, and assured me it was leather. I also had paid extra to expedite the processing and an extra $59 for quick shipping. No where on the website did it indicate that it would take up to 30 days for the product to be made and shipped from China; had that been the case I would never have paid for quick shipping! The whole process of obtaining the first tote took 25 days and then waiting for the re-make took another 3+ weeks. Their website has been updated since this whole fiasco: they no longer offer the "prime patina leather option". And they indicate the processing time. I really felt deceived and ripped off, even after they replaced the tote. There is no way to call the company and speak to anyone. I had to send emails and wait for replies.
Response from CatholightOct 13, 2025
Hi Janice L.,
We’re truly sorry for all the frustration you experienced throughout your order process. We completely understand how disappointing that must have been, especially with the delay and confusion regarding materials and shipping.
Your tote has already been replaced, and we genuinely hope the new one meets your expectations and helps restore a bit of confidence in us. We’ve since updated our website to clarify processing times, shipping origins, and available material options to ensure better transparency for all customers moving forward.
Thank you again for your patience and for giving us the chance to make things right — we truly appreciate it.
Best regards,
LA
Lorena A.
No es muy buena calidad.
No es muy buena calidad.
Response from CatholightAug 15, 2025
Hola Lorena Ambrosio,
Lamentamos saber que la calidad no cumplió con sus expectativas.
Si hay un problema específico, por favor comuníquese con nosotros a [email protected] para que podamos ayudarle de inmediato.
Saludos cordiales.
AB
Alicia B.
It took a month to receive my…
It took a month to receive my order.
The graphics are not very good.
Response from CatholightJul 9, 2025
Hi Alicia,
We’re truly sorry to hear your experience wasn’t what you hoped for. Your order did arrive later than the estimated time by a few days — and we sincerely apologize for that delay. We're also sorry that the graphics did not meet your expectations.
We’ve sent an email to follow up and assist further — please check your inbox so we can support you directly.
Best regards,
CD
Cheryl D.
The ordering process was difficult
The ordering process was difficult, and I ended up ordering 2 of the same purse. One of the purses came with a free wallet. I never got the wallet. All three purses were shipped in a plastic envelope. This did not protect the bags and all three were bent and creased. I am not sending the extra bag back, because it was so difficult ordering it, it may be easier to give it to someone. I won't be doing business here agian because that is too much money to receive damaged, wrong, and missing items. On a positive note, the purses are beautiful.
Response from CatholightJul 1, 2025
Hi Cheryl,
We’re truly sorry to hear about the difficulties you experienced with your order. We’ve worked hard to make our website as user-friendly as possible, but we understand it might still be confusing in some cases, and we sincerely apologize for that.
Regarding the wallet, it’s still in transit and should arrive shortly. Please check your email for more information and support regarding the bent and creased purses.
While we’re grateful you found the purses beautiful, it’s disappointing to know the overall experience fell short. We’re committed to improving every part of the customer journey and will take your feedback seriously to do better.
Best regards,
ST
Steve
Handbags were great…. But
Handbags were great! Horrible delivery time. My order took almost a month to arrive and well after promised date. They also arrived well after my fiancé’s birthday. Really need to step up the delivery time and tracking updates!
Response from CatholightJun 16, 2025
Hi Steve,
Thank you for sharing your experience honestly — we really appreciate your feedback. We’re delighted that you liked the handbags themselves, but we’re truly sorry that the delivery fell short of your expectations, especially when they arrived after your fiancé’s birthday. We completely understand your frustration with the delivery time and the lack of clear updates — this is something we’ve been working hard to improve.
The good news is that we now have some items in stock in the US, and they can be delivered much faster, typically within 2–5 business days, which hopefully makes for a much smoother and more reliable experience in the future. We’re constantly looking for ways to make delivery faster, more transparent, and more convenient while honoring the spirit and mission of our small business.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We hope you’ll consider shopping with us again — we’d love to make it up to you!
Best regards,
BP
Beth P.
Definitely would rethink this purchase
I was so excited to see these beautiful bags with images on them from our Catholic Faith! I asked my husband to buy one for me as a Mother's Day gift. He placed his order near the end of April, believing this company to be based in Colorado, as stated on their website. It in fact, may be in Colorado, but the bag I chose was dispatched from China. The bag didn't arrive until nearly the end of May. No gift for Mother's Day. The bag itself is not what I had hoped. The image is lovely- it's the blue Three Hearts bag, but the image is not a lovely deep blue but rather a more grayish blue color. I find the main zipper of the bag to be stiff and awkward to utilize. And, the size of the bag itself is larger than I had anticipated. I ordered the medium size and it's honestly more like a tote bag than a purse. I regret not choosing the small size instead. But, the issue that really sticks with me is that when I opened the package the bag arrived in, I was immediately hit with a chemical-floral scent of some kind. It hit me in the face kind of smell. When I turned my bag upside down, I discovered a small slip of paper that was stuck to the bottom of the bag, on the outside of the bag. It was kind of a gummy-kind of sticky. I peeled it off and discovered that was the cause of the smell. In addition, after I opened the bag, I found a dryer sheet- yep, a dryer sheet, about 2" wide nestled in the bottom of the bag on the inside. I was not, not, NOT happy about this. I ditched these types of chemicals and scents from my home well over ten years ago only to have them placed in a high-end bag that is brand new. I messaged customer service about the scent and the sticker and this was their response. It did not impress me. It seems this is their solution and that I just clean the bag and then, air it out. Not sure I'll be buying from them again. I fell in love with the design, but they are not honest in stating that these bags come from China and not really comprehending how bad these chemicals are the they're making people smell when buying a bag from them. To be clear, as a gift, they did give me a 25% off code to use on a future purchase. Their response:
To explain a bit: because our leather bags are freshly produced and packed after assembly, they may carry a new leather scent that some customers find strong. To minimize this, we’ve recently included a lightly scented paper inside the bag—our intention was to create a more pleasant unboxing experience. However, we now see that this choice may not work for everyone, especially if you're sensitive to floral or chemical scents. We’re very sorry it impacted your experience.
To help, here are two simple steps you can try:
To remove sticky residue: gently wipe the area using a small amount of olive oil or baby oil on a soft cloth. Let it sit for a minute, then wipe again with a clean cloth. Avoid scrubbing, as that could affect the finish.
To reduce the smell: leave the bag open in a well-ventilated area for 1–2 days. You can also place a small bowl of baking soda or coffee grounds nearby to help absorb lingering odors.
Response from CatholightJun 9, 2025
Hi Beth,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review. We truly appreciate it — even though your experience was far from ideal, your feedback helps us improve in ways we can’t without hearing directly from customers like you.
We’re sincerely sorry to hear that your Mother’s Day gift didn’t arrive on time and that the bag didn’t meet your expectations in several important ways — from the color tone and size, to the strong scent and the way the item was packed. That’s not the kind of experience we ever want to deliver, especially when a customer is looking forward to a meaningful gift connected to their faith.
Regarding the scent and the sticker: this is something we introduced in an attempt to improve the unboxing experience for most customers, but we completely recognize that it was not the right approach for everyone, especially for those, like yourself, who are sensitive to scents or avoid synthetic chemicals in your home. We’ve taken your feedback to heart and are actively working with our production team to revisit and revise this process moving forward.
We also hear you on the transparency of our shipping origin. While we are based in the U.S. and have fulfillment operations both in the U.S. and overseas, we understand how frustrating it can be to discover after ordering that a product is shipping from China, especially when expectations are different. We’ll continue to look at how we can better clarify this in our communication so customers know exactly what to expect.
Finally, we’re grateful that you acknowledged the beauty of the image and the heartfelt intent behind the design. It means a lot to us, and we’re truly sorry that your overall experience didn’t reflect the care we aim to put into every piece.
We’ve passed this on to our team as a priority case, and you’re welcome to continue the conversation with us via email if there’s anything more we can do to make things right. Thank you again for your honesty and for giving us the chance to do better.
Best regards,
