info
leather weight: lightweight options such as lambskins are perfect for the top of bags and for travel, medium weight is suitable for both lined and unlined bags, with heavyweight being
the best option for tote styles and the base of designs.
finish: the surface look of the leather
drape: normally in direct relation to the weight of the leather, lightweight resulting in a softer drape.
availability: very limited leathers are reserved for custom designs, and strong availability of leathers will move into options on website items.
details
weight:
light
L/M
medium
M/H
heavy
medium heavy
finish:
matte
semi-matte
light sheen
sheen
shimmer
semi matte
drape:
extra soft drape
soft drape
easy drape
moderate structure
moderate structure
natural markings:
1(light)
2
3
4
5(heavy)
2
care:
leather remedy
Please test all care products on a swatch. All leathers and dye lots may react differently.
recommended pairings
designer zipper selection
insider info
suitable for heavy use:
yes
moderate
special occasion (delicate)
yes
micro trim along zipper suggested:
yes
suitable for rolled edge:
too thick
$30 charge for custom order
Due to the heavy weight of pure saddle, design limitations include: no Lornas, open pocket styles, SZ bohos, tux slings, pencil cases, cinch panels, clutches, Travelers, julep or tulips.
No hoop straps available with this leather. *matching binding is available
Zipper top style bags in this leather must use micro trim along the zipper.
Our premium leathers are sourced from top tanneries around the world including, Italy, France, Germany and the United States.
Pure Saddle has a natural distressed, soft deep rich color and is water and weather resistant with a subtle texture. Being a naturally tanned leather it will show the natural markings from the animals life. It's heavier hand makes it perfect for many of our tote designs.
This swatch is approx 2"x2" for previewing.
Swatches are final sale.
