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)
4
availability:
strong
care:
leather remedy light
Please test all care products on a swatch. All leathers and dye lots may react differently.
recommended pairings
designer strap selection
black
falcon
pewter
designer zipper selection
black
insider info
suitable for heavy use:
yes moderate special occasion (delicate)
moderate
micro trim along zipper suggested:
either
suitable for rolled edge:
yes
seamless base preferred:
either
for use as a cinch panel:
good
tannery notes
The milano collection is custom made for Rough & Tumble in Southern Italy. The lambskin is first vegetable tanned, then tied, washed, and steamed. In its final stages it is unrolled and laid to dry out naturally creating a unique pattern and texture on each hide.
$30 charge for custom order
Our leathers are sourced from top tanneries around the world including, Italy, France, Germany and the United States.
Milano Black has a deep rich color with a wrinkled texture.
This swatch is approx 2"x2" for previewing. Swatches are final sale.
