Care

VEGETABLE TANNED LEATHER

Our Italian Vegetable Tanned Leather is a classic leather that shows its wear beautifully over time. It is warm, it is strong, and it is personal.  It will not remain pristine and sleek, and although scratching will occur, we do not view these marks as defects. It is completely natural, meaning it is naked, with no synthetic top finishes. The surface of Vegetable Tanned leather will change over time, and exposure to water will create spots. While we recommend avoiding rain, the patina created by daily wear-and-tear is meant to change and evolve over time. Our natural colorways such as Cammello and Brandy will slowly darken over time due to exposure to the sun.

As pictured above, please note the Cammello Antico bucket on the left in its original unworn condition, and on the right, the level of darkening after one year of regular use.

For advice on general maintenance and care, the best option is to take your bag to a trusted leather goods repair shop. To care for the bag at home, you can find commercial products in drugstores to clean and polish the leather.

CALF LEATHER

Our Italian Calf Leather is a smooth, refined leather with a polished finishing. Although recognized for its longevity, it is still prone to occasional scratching if not handled with proper care.  We recommend occasionally treating this leather with a leather conditioner, which will help keep it hydrated.  To prevent the leather from developing marks, we recommend avoiding exposure to abrasive surfaces and always taking care to store the item properly in its dust bag when not in use. For lighter colors in this material we also recommend avoiding exposure to dark denim or other dark fabrics with loose dye, as the leather could be subject to color transfer or stains.

PEBBLE LEATHER

Our Italian pebble leather is a soft, rich leather with a fine grained surface, achieved through a process called milling. While our pebble leather is strong, we do recommend occasionally treating it with a leather conditioner to keep the material hydrated. For lighter colors, we recommend avoiding exposure to dark denim or other fabrics with loose dye, as the leather could be subject to color transfer or stains.

TUMBLE LEATHER

Our Italian Tumbled Leather is a soft, rich leather with a pebbled finish, achieved through a natural softening process called milling.  It is strong and resilient; though general leather care is still recommended.  We recommend occasionally treating this leather with a leather conditioner, which will help keep it hydrated. For lighter colors in this material we recommend avoiding exposure to dark denim or other dark fabrics with loose dye, as the leather could be subject to color transfer or stains.

LAMB LEATHER

Our Italian lambskin is an ultra-smooth, buttery leather with a polished finishing. Lambskin is recognized for both its soft texture and longevity. This material is prone to occasional scratching if not handled with proper care. We recommend treating your piece with a leather conditioner to keep it hydrated. Avoid exposure to abrasive surfaces and always take care to store the item in its dust bag. For lighter colors, we also recommend avoiding exposure to dark denim or other dark fabrics with loose dye, as the leather could be subject to transfer or stains.

SAFFIANO LEATHER

Our Italian Saffiano Leather is a coated leather with a subtle, cross-hatched pattern on its surface. It is a durable and resilient material, resistant to scratching and moisture.  For lighter colors in this material we recommend avoiding exposure to dark denim or other dark fabrics with loose dye, as the leather could be subject to color transfer. If the leather develops any scuffs or marks, we recommend lightly cleaning the surface with a damp cloth or treating the leather with a leather conditioner.

GLITTERED LEATHER

Our glittered leather is constructed from sturdy vegetable tanned leather with an outer coating of glitter. While the glitter is strongly affixed to the leather, we recommend avoiding abrasive surfaces and moisture to keep the outer layer intact. We also recommend storing glittered leather items in a plastic bag for protection.  

SHEARLING

Our lamb shearling features a plush shearling wool exterior with a leather interior. This material provides superior natural insulation. To prolong the life of your shearling, we recommend avoiding excessive moisture. Store shearling items away from direct sunlight to avoid color fading. For deep cleaning, bring your item to a specialty leather cleaner.

SUEDE LEATHER

Our Italian Suede Leather is a soft, delicate leather with a velvet like finish. Darker and vibrantly colored suedes may stain lighter colored clothing and other materials if placed in close contact.  To prolong the life of your suede leather product we recommend pre-treating the leather with a suede protectant and avoiding exposure to water or other liquids.  We also recommend occasionally treating the leather with a suede brush, which can help smooth any marks or indentations on the surface.

KNIT CASHMERE

Our 100% Italian Cashmere is a luxurious material with a beautifully soft hand.  Lightweight yet warm, our high quality cashmere fibers are spun into yarn by Italian artisans, and then knit into garments.  To prolong the life of your garment we recommend either dry cleaning or washing these items by hand with a special cashmere shampoo.

DOUBLE FACED CASHMERE

Our 100% Italian cashmere is a luxurious material with a beautiful soft hand. In lieu of a traditional lining, double faced cashmere garments combine the same fabric for both the interior and exterior. The seams of double faced cashmere garments are sewn by hand, giving each piece an exceptionally clean finish. In order to prolong the life of your garment, we recommend dry cleaning.

FURRY CASHMERE

Furry Italian cashmere silk blend is composed of 85% cashmere and 15% silk. This unique blend of natural fibers provides superior insulation with a luxuriously plush finish. We recommend dry cleaning to prolong the life of your garment.

DOUBLE FACED WOOL CASHMERE

Our Italian wool cashmere blend garments are composed of 90% virgin wool and 10% cashmere. This superior blend of natural fibers possesses a beautiful combination of durability and softness. In lieu of a traditional lining, double faced wool cashmere garments combine the same material for both the interior and exterior. The seams of double faced garments are sewn by hand, giving each piece an exceptionally clean finish. In order to prolong the life of your garment, we recommend dry cleaning.

DOUBLE FACED BOILED WOOL

Our Italian double faced boiled wool is a natural fiber of superior quality. In lieu of a traditional lining, double faced garments combine the same material for both the interior and exterior, creating a lightweight feel and a clean finish. To prolong the life of your garment, we recommend dry cleaning.

ALPACA WOOL BLEND

Our Italian alpaca wool blend is a unique combination of materials that unites the insulation of alpaca with the luxurious softness of merino wool. While providing superior warmth, alpaca wool blend garments have a soft, light feel. To prolong the life of your garment, we recommend either dry cleaning or gentle washing by hand with a special wool shampoo.

DOUBLE FACED CAMEL HAIR

Our 100% Italian camel hair is a rich and wonderfully soft material with a beautiful golden hue. Both soft and strong, this high quality fiber is spun into yarn by Italian artisans and constructed into garments. In lieu of a traditional lining, double faced camel hair garments combine the same material for both the interior and exterior. The seams of double faced garments are sewn by hand, giving each piece an exceptionally clean finish. To prolong the life of your garment, we recommend dry cleaning.

ALPACA SILK

Our Italian alpaca silk is a unique blend of natural fibers that combines both softness and warmth. We recommend either dry cleaning or gentle washing these items with a special wool shampoo.

SILK

Our Italian Silk is a natural, beautiful material. Though silk is a strong fiber, it has a delicate surface, and is therefore prone to potential staining or water damage.  We recommend avoiding exposure to abrasive surfaces to prevent pulls or tears in the fabric. We also recommend avoiding exposure to dark denim or other dark fabrics with loose dye, as the silk could be subject to color transfer or stains.

LINEN

Our 100% Italian linen is a fabric of superior quality with a clean finish. Woven with a variety of pure linen yarns, this lightweight material is both soft and breathable. To prolong the life of your garment, we recommend either dry cleaning or gentle washing in cold water.

CANVAS

Our Italian Woven Cotton Canvas is both lightweight and sturdy, and has been trimmed with our signature Vegetable Tanned Leather.  We recommend pre-treating your canvas items with a spray repellent in order to help avoid any stains or permanent marks, as well as avoiding exposure to abrasive surfaces to prevent pulls or tears in the fabric.  We also recommend avoiding exposure to dark denim or other dark fabrics with loose dye, as the canvas could be subject to color transfer or stains.

STRETCH LINEN BLEND

Our Italian stretch linen blend is a unique material that is both slightly stretchy and crisply tailored. Stretch linen garments are lightweight with a subtly textured finish. We recommend dry cleaning to prolong the life of your garment.

VISCOSE CREPE

Viscose crepe is a lightweight, flowy material with a beautiful fine texture. Woven in Italian mills, our viscose crepe is of the highest quality and will last for years to come. We recommend dry cleaning to prolong the life of your garment.