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The leather feels rich and solid in hand. After a full week of use, it already feels like a bag I will keep for years.
James Mitchell
Small Leather Messenger Bag | ADARE
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Every Hector and Leopold backpack is cut to sit close to your back, with adjustable shoulder straps so the weight settles evenly and stays comfortable all day.
The exact height, width, depth and laptop sleeve size of each model are listed in the description below. Most of our laptop backpacks take a standard laptop in a padded sleeve, with room left for a charger, a notebook and the essentials of your day.
Measure your laptop diagonally and compare it with the sleeve size before you choose, especially if you carry a larger 16 or 17 inch model.
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A Retro Timeless Timestamp & Compact Reliable Bag for your Day to Day Activities
Discover Adare, our beautiful small leather messenger bag of the highest quality, designed for aficionados of trendy, yet minimalist and efficient travel accessories. Based on the old models, notably those of the letter carriers of yesteryear, this leather shoulder bag will offer you an original, unique and timeless look, and this for many years, as the leather develops a beautiful patina over time.
Adare is handcrafted from crazy horse leather, a full grain cowhide that is immersed in oil or wax to give it a waterproof coating, allowing it to age better over time. The interior is lined with cotton, another natural and breathable material, allowing for good moisture regulation. The use of these materials allows an optimal resistance in time, an incomparable touch and participates without common measure in your vintage style.
Discover Versatility at its Best Through a Minimalist but Functional Design
Adare is above all an ode to simplicity, with a sober design and clean lines. As a result, this leather bag is easily adaptable to all your activities. Whether you are looking for a bag to go to class, to university, to work or to travel to the other side of the world, you will not be disappointed!
Its brown colour also allows it to be easily associated with the different styles and outfits of your wardrobe. It is a unisex bag that suits both men and women, its retro side seducing both young students and more experienced adventurers.
A Retro Heritage that Makes your Life & Travel Easy
We wanted to offer you a compact but sturdy courier bag to make your travels, whether it is your daily commute or your exotic trips, light and without headaches. A rugged bag allows you to travel with a light mind.
This compact leather sling bag offers many storage options, from well thought out exterior zipped pockets to interior slot pockets accompanied by a zippered storage, protected by a leather flap. You will be able to easily organise your days and activities and enjoy an obvious time saving, especially when you have to look for your stuff unexpectedly.
Finally, in terms of comfort, this beautiful leather satchel offers an adjustable leather shoulder strap lined with cotton to minimise chafing. By adjusting the strap, you will be able to adapt it to the various situations you will encounter while keeping your hands free. If you prefer to wear a more casual look, you can use the top leather handle to wear it as a classy handbag.
Characteristics of your Small Leather Messenger Bag
Shape: Satchels
Main Material: Full Grain Leather
Leather Type: Cowhide Soft Leather
Lining Material: Cotton
Size: 26 cm x 20 cm x 7 cm | 10,2' x 7,9' x 2,7' (H x L x D)
Volume: 3.6 L | 0,9 gal
Weight: 0.8 kg | 1,8 lbs
Pattern Type: Solid
Interior: Roomy Interior Organiser, Slot Pockets, Zipped Pocket
Exterior: zipped back anti-theft pocket, front zipped pocket, top leather handle, adjustable strap
Style: Vintage & Retro
Closure Type: Flap & Zippers
Gender: Unisex
Hardness: Soft
Note: full grain leather is a natural material, which may have small traces, veins or marks inherent to the material. Scratches can be easily removed by lightly rubbing them with a cloth impregnated with vegetable oil. The colour of the leather might slightly varies depending on the batches.
Oil immersed leather products can be prone by nature to colour transference on light fabrics. To avoid that, please make sure to dry your leather if it gets wet and try avoid contact with light coloured fabrics. If you however notice some stains, don't worry, it come out in the wash.
Wipe the leather with a soft, dry cloth to keep it clean and free of dust. For marks, use a slightly damp cloth and let the bag dry naturally, never near direct heat.
Feed the leather with a conditioner once or twice a year to keep it supple. Between uses, fill it lightly with paper and keep it in its dust bag so it holds its shape and colour.
Every backpack is packed by hand in small batches and ships within 1 to 3 business days. As soon as your order leaves, you receive an email with a tracking link so you can follow it to your door.
Not happy with your order for any reason? Returns and exchanges are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Write to us through our contact page and we will guide you personally through every step.
Small Leather Messenger Bag | ADARE
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Regular price$464.95
What our customers are saying about our backpacks
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I wanted something practical that still looked refined. This backpack does both and fits perfectly into my daily routine.
Robert Wilson
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The stitching is clean, the compartments are useful and the overall finish is excellent. It looks even better in person.
Daniel Thompson
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I noticed the quality as soon as I opened the package. Strong material, beautiful colour and a very well-made structure.
Michael Anderson
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Comfortable on the shoulders and easy to carry all day. It has quickly become the bag I reach for every time I leave home.
William Parker
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I bought it for weekend trips and ended up using it far more often than expected. It is practical, handsome and feels dependable.
Thomas Bennett
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The details are what impressed me most. From the zips to the straps, everything feels sturdy and carefully finished.
Christopher Harris
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I used it on a train journey last week and had more than one person ask where it was from. Stylish, useful and very comfortable.
Andrew Collins
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It holds more than I expected without looking oversized. Perfect for work, short travel and everyday use.
Matthew Scott
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This was my first order from the store and I am genuinely impressed. It feels premium and looks great with almost anything I wear.
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Every panel is cut by hand from the hide, the traditional way. Steady hands, sharp knives and years at the table guide each line before a single stitch goes in.
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Each backpack starts with hides we pick ourselves: thick, honest leather that ages well and takes on a richer patina with every journey. No shortcuts, just material that has proven itself over time.
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Marked, Measured and Cut
Every panel is cut by hand from the hide, the traditional way. Steady hands, sharp knives and years at the table guide each line before a single stitch goes in.
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Leather With Character
Each backpack starts with hides we pick ourselves: thick, honest leather that ages well and takes on a richer patina with every journey. No shortcuts, just material that has proven itself over time.
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“If it does not carry right, we will make it right. That has been our promise since the very first bag we sent out.” – Hector and Leopold
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