How to choose a leather bag ?

Genuine leather accessories have undeniable advantages and these are not only strength and ease of use but also the intriguing and attractive appearance. When buying a leather bag, you should pay special attention to the quality and some details:

The surface of the leather should not show traces of damage or scratches;
All seams should be of high quality, without protruding threads;
The skin may have a slight natural odor.
Sewing details on how to choose a leather bag

In addition, in order to choose the right leather bag, you must take into account:

Product volume and size. Before buying, we recommend that you have a clear idea about the use you will make of the bag, whether it is necessary for going out in the evening, to work or shopping.
Matching your wardrobe. In order for the accessory to fit in all respects, when choosing, it is necessary to be guided by the following principle: the bag should be in harmony with your clothes. But be careful: harmonization does not mean having the same color as shoes or gloves, on the contrary, fortunately, today this principle is considered outdated.
How to choose a leather bag according to your body shape
When choosing a leather bag, don’t forget to objectively assess your build. It is not recommended for short women to buy bulky maxi bags and for tall women, on the other hand, they definitely do not look balanced with a minion bag. Bags with an elongated shape or shoulder bags and parts can give a feeling of thinness.

Choose a leather bag according to your body shape

Remember an easy and simple tip when choosing a bag: its shape should be the opposite of your body. If you are thin, choose a bag with round shapes, if you are not, choose a square bag, which can distract attention from your roundness.

It is also good to remember another thing: when you carry a shoulder bag at waist level, it is emphasized by the hand, the same when it comes below the breast. This means that, for example, those who do not have a narrow waist should avoid bags at this height.

Which bag to buy: models, types of leather and advice
If you happen to ask yourself questions about which bag models to choose and how to find your way among the multitude of shapes, materials and types of bags offered on sale in stores, we can give you advice on how to choose the bag in the best way. First of all you need to consider your lifestyle and the events for which you are choosing the bag. It is actually essential to choose a bag that is able to meet your needs.

How to choose a leather bag for any occasion
If the bag is used every day, for work or university, it must be large enough to allow you to put everything you need during the working day. Choose models with two or three internal compartments that allow you an excellent distribution of materials and above all with a hard bottom, which is suitable if you need to carry many objects. In this case, choose maxi bags or medium-sized bags.

Just because you wear it to work doesn’t mean you have to use a boring bag. You can of course choose a bright and original color. You should always give room for creativity and attention to detail.

The most common models of women’s bags
The leather bags are spacious and practical bags with long handles for wearing on the shoulder. They are suitable for everyday life as well as for shopping. They have a medium or large size.
The tote bags. Like the buyers, they are bags with a large and spacious body, with a soft structure. However, unlike shoppers, these bags have short handles that can be worn by hand.
For trips you can choose a soft bag or an urban backpack that will be combined with the casual or boho style. If you need to move a lot or move often during the day, the backpack is a must. All dynamic women should own one.
The rectangular, round or crescent-shaped shoulder bags, of medium size, have an elegant design and modern lines. They are always fashionable and suitable for any occasion.
The clutch and small bags are good for special occasions. They are mainly used for evening trips. They are small in size, for convenience you can choose one with a shoulder strap.
The clutch is a small and very elegant bag, carried only by hand. It has a rigid construction, usually with a snap closure.
Various models of handmade Tuscan leather bags Leather bags for women

How to choose a leather bag that suits your style?
That’s exactly why one bag is not enough. You should have a few, to cover every possibility: from elegant dinners to the office and daily trips. And if you really have to choose a leather bag for women for various occasions, you can choose a beautiful shoulder bag in a neutral color such as beige, leather, blue, gray, black, brown or brown. So you can combine it with most of your everyday wardrobe.

Small leather clutch bag or clutch bag

Why choose a handmade bag?
Regardless of the cost, whether they are handbags, shoulder bags or fashionable backpacks, what makes the difference is the quality. Among the many models and brands, a very specific category stands out: that of handmade bags. They are created with passion and professionalism, using the best materials on the market.

Each bag, even if made by the same craftsman, differs from the other even in just a few small details. Handmade bags stand the test of time and if well cared for, they can last a long time. Another characteristic feature of handmade leather bags is their unmistakable intense smell.

What kind of leather processing to choose?
Each bag has its own character which is given not only by its shape but also by the type of leather used. Here are the types of skins used in most cases:

dollar. It is the most popular hot stamping for making leather bags. This type of cowhide is soft to the touch but at the same time stiff, thanks to a fairly thick texture.
wrinkle. This is semi quality calf leather. It is smooth to the touch and characterized by brightness and silkiness. Wrinkled leather holds its shape well which allows it to be used by many craftsmen to make hard bags and backpacks.
Spiano. This is a type of leather created by Prada. Made of calf, it has a particularly scratched look. This leather is quite durable and waterproof.
Cow leather. A type of typical Tuscan leather, 0.9 to 8 mm thick, with a weak odor and a light color that tends to darken over time.
Yael. One of the finest leathers; It requires gentle processing by scraping the skin membrane. Unlike the “grain” of the leather (the top, more expensive and durable part), the split represents the bottom (inner) part of the leather.
Skin and leather: what are the differences?
The difference between leather and leather is not clear to many today, as the word leather tends to be mistakenly used to denote any type of skin. In reality, leather refers to the dermis of animals that have simply been tanned or untreated. On the contrary, by “leather” we mean leather of bovine origin, more or less natural color with a very hard temper and high thickness. It is mainly used for the production of shoe soles, for the production of floors, furniture, for sharpening knives or for work that requires a particularly hard and durable material.

How to recognize genuine leather from synthetic leather
Nowadays it is easy to find synthetic products sold as leather accessories on the market. There are some simple tricks to distinguish genuine from synthetic leather. First of all the price: genuine leather accessories have higher prices than synthetic ones, precisely because of the quality of the materials used. You must pay attention to the label: an original product is always marked with a label that certifies it.

The smell and the quality of the grain of the materials are two other identifying elements of genuine leather bags and accessories. An original leather bag, smells and has imperfections on the surface. All our bags, for example, are handcrafted products in genuine leather, made in Tuscany. On the other hand, a bag made of synthetic material is suspiciously odorless and has no imperfections.