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.
drape:
extra soft drape soft drape easy drape moderate structure
easy drape
natural markings:
1(light) 2 3 4 5(heavy)
2
care:
leather remedy light
Please test all care products on a swatch. All leathers and dye lots may react differently.
recommended pairings
insider info
suitable for heavy use:
yes moderate special occasion (delicate)
yes
micro trim along zipper suggested:
either
suitable for rolled edge:
yes
seamless base preferred:
either
for use as a cinch panel:
ideal
notes from natasha
This line of particularly rich colors, from one of our favorite Italian tanneries, has served our designer community well for years. These leathers are known for their pull up character and soft hand. Many of the 'mont blanc' colors have been developed in Italy exclusively for R&T. Uniquely, these leathers gain more texture with wear as the grain lifts and expands over time. Beautiful to see. Likewise its signature sheen will also change from a sheen to a more luminous finish.
In house available, no up-charge for custom designs.
Our premium leathers are sourced from top tanneries around the world including, Italy, France, Germany and the United States. Cognac has a natural luminous finish, soft deep rich color, with a slight wrinkle effect.
Wrinkle me to bring out my best character!
This swatch is approx 2"x2" for previewing. Swatches are final sale.
