Santa Anna S Leather Handcrafted Satchel/Briefcase (Small)

**Design** ‘Beara Beara’ creates bags for those who we have not yet met. But we sit and imagine who you may be. What secrets you have, what makes you smile, what makes you sigh. We sit at our messy desks and rummage through materials and shapes and patterns. We play. We play with our ideas. What will make your life a little brighter? We ignore the chaos in the street, the technology, the worries of life. We create something new. Every month we go home with our wages to give to our landlords and government and banks but still feel quite content. We like making strangers smile. **Supply** In our minds we are Julio and Maria and Cesar and Natalia who also sit at their desks in Bolivia and twist and shape pieces of leather into something that has never been seen before. Our connection with our suppliers is one of the most special aspects about Beara Beara. A collaboration, which exists on mutual admiration, respect, understanding and general positivity. Improve people’s lives through trade and not aid, is one of the principles on which the business is built, yet none of us imagined it would become so much fun. **Quality** As a young business we have been quite hideous to work with; a spoilt child wanting everything and wanting it right now. Over demanding in production schedules, uncompromising in material quality, relentless in the pursuit of our exact designs, pedantic in finding faults. Hats off to our suppliers for putting up with us in our infancy but now that we are a tad more mature we have been justified by the fact that our customers appreciate our continued pursuit of quality and perfection. Naturally dyed hand-picked hides. One-of-a-kind cloths displaying history in a modern style. Soft linings and strong hardware. Our aim is always to create a quality product that will reward our customer’s trust in us. **Overview** The Santa Anna classic leather satchel is the signature piece from Beara Beara. Exuding a distinctively British aesthetic, it is handcrafted from stiff leather. Over time, the leather will soften and develop its own unique character with wear. Features a metal buckle for easy access, cotton lining, a small front pocket suitable for accessories like a charger, and a concealed rear zipper pocket for quick access to essentials like your phone and wallet. Fits an 11-inch laptop. It perfectly encapsulates classic British style, preppy flair, and a refined gentlemanly look. **Detail** Material: Leather Dimensions (cm): Length 30.5 X Height 23 X Width 12 Strap (cm): 136 **FAQ** _Are the bags made of natural leather?_ Yes, Beara Beara only uses natural leather. Beara Beara bags are crafted from raw, untreated leather, which may feature natural variations in texture and tone; this is a signature characteristic of handcrafted leather goods. __Will the leather soften over time?__ Yes, after a few weeks of use, the leather will gradually soften and develop a more seasoned character. However, to maintain the bag's shape and ensure longevity, we recommend avoiding carrying overly heavy items. __Is the leather waterproof?__ Natural leather is not waterproof. Both leather and suede can be protected with a water-repellent spray. As the spray may affect the luster of the leather, please use it sparingly. __Will the bag be damaged if it gets wet?__ Leather will not be damaged by absorbing a small amount of moisture. If a small amount of water spills on the bag, we recommend hanging it up to air dry naturally. __Will the suede parts fade?__ Under normal use, they will not, especially with the protection of a water-repellent spray. However, heavy soaking may cause the color of the suede sections to change. __Are the materials used organic?__ Yes, we use natural wool and natural leather sourced from Bolivia. __Is Beara Beara part of any Fair Trade organizations?__ Since our founding in 2012, our philosophy and original intent have been to support residents of developing countries by encouraging employment and providing economic assistance to improve local living standards. We have chosen not to sign up for Fair Trade organization certifications because we believe there is no need for such recognition when our brand has been doing exactly that all along.