Finest Leather Elba Matt Gusseted Sacoche lettura Purple Made to Order

A sacoche perfect for your everyday outings. Traditionally, a sacoche refers to a thin, flat bag. However, many of KALEIDOSCOPE's designs feature a gusset with depth, and this sacoche is no exception, boasting a gusset width of approximately 10cm. It's a 'sacoche with a gusset.' The key to determining the gusset width was 'What do I want to carry?' This design reflects the maker's lifestyle, aiming to store essentials like a bifold wallet, smartphone, handkerchief, and keys. With these items neatly organized, wouldn't this be a convenient size for daily strolls or as a travel pouch? The product name, 'lettura,' means 'reading' in Italian. Imagine carrying your favorite paperback, perhaps picking up a drink on the go. Even a short moment spent on a nearby bench can feel like a luxurious escape. [About the Finest Italian Leather 'Elba Matt'] The leather used here, 'Elba Matt,' is a high-quality oil-tanned leather that represents Tempesti. It is made from carefully selected fine-grained hides, specifically from the 'single butt' area, known for its dense and strong fiber structure. The generous amount of oil infused into the leather creates a smooth, supple texture that feels wonderful to the touch. You can also enjoy how it transforms with daily use. It's a material that will develop a unique patina over time, becoming a cherished companion. [What to Know When Choosing Genuine Leather Products] Did you know that there are significant differences in the properties and prices of 'genuine leather'? In reality, even products labeled 'genuine leather' vary greatly in price. While price differences can be due to design and manufacturing processes, the cost of the leather material itself can differ by more than tenfold, even for the same type of genuine leather. Why such a disparity? Here's why. There are broadly two tanning methods for leather: 'chrome tanning' and 'vegetable tanning.' Currently, the majority of leather circulating in the market is chrome-tanned, using chemical agents. Chrome-tanned leather has advantages such as a relatively uniform finish, flexibility, and heat resistance. It can also be produced in large quantities in a short time, making it cost-effective. However, on the flip side, it is less prone to the 'aging' process, which is a key appeal of genuine leather. Scratches and stains from use tend to remain as they are, appearing as damage rather than a transformation. In other words, [chrome-tanned leather is a material suited for mass production, and it is at its most beautiful when it is finished.] On the other hand, leather tanned using plant-based tannins is called 'vegetable-tanned leather' or 'nume leather.' Vegetable tanning is an ancient method. It retains the natural texture of the hide, and the surface may show natural imperfections like scars or blood vessels, with varying degrees of softness depending on the part. It takes a long time to produce, making it more expensive and less stable as a material. However, it offers the enjoyment of 'aging,' such as the development of a lustrous sheen and deepening color over time. [Vegetable-tanned leather is made using traditional methods, requiring time and cost. It's not perfect when you first get it, but rather a leather that grows more cherished with long use.] Isn't what you seek in a leather material something that can 'accompany you for a long time'? [We want you to choose a leather that you can enjoy the changes of as you use it for a long time, especially when investing in a leather product.] With this philosophy in mind, KALEIDOSCOPE focuses its creations on 'vegetable-tanned leather.' [As you use it, friction will polish the surface, creating a beautiful sheen.] You can enjoy its daily transformations. As it deepens in color with use, we hope you will savor its unique character. [Size and Material Details] □ Maximum width 20cm (zipper opening 17cm), Height 18cm, Gusset width 10cm / Strap approx. 80-115cm □ Material: Italian Oil Leather (Cowhide, vegetable-tanned. Develops a glossy sheen and deepens in color with friction and age.) □ Color: Purple