Mark Giusti

HOW IS OUR SIGNATURE MOSAIC LEATHER MADE

Once the leather has been aniline dyed all the way through, it has a pigmented (leather paint) coating applied to the surface of the leather. It is then left to cure.

After the pigment has cured, the leather is put inside an embossing/debossing machine heated to around 75 degrees Celsius. The leather is then pressed with our unique mosaic design pattern to give it the texture and its geometric mosaic embossed/debossed design. The leather is usually pressed for between 10-15 seconds.

Secondary colouring processes occur after the embossing has been done to give it its two-tone effect. This is done by applying the darker tone only the embossed areas (the peak of the grain). This technique subtly elevates the embossed areas and depicts the sharpness of our signature geometric mosaic pattern.

Finally, the leather is treated with a wax coating, which gives it long-lasting durability, helps prevent the leather from cracking, and keeps it safe from liquid spillage. Please note that the leather is not waterproof. The treatment protects it from light spillage and helps droplets (Depending on the liquid) to slide through without sticking onto the leather. It can still be scuffed and scratched. Sharp objects will still cut into the leather, and the colour will fade throughout use.
Mark Giusti

LEATHER CARE

Although our mosaic leather comes standard as water resistant, you still need to take care of it. The waxed coating will repel water but not forever.

1- Do not clean this leather with anything other than a genuine leather cleaner, or just a damp cloth. Avoid using baby wipes and harsh house hold cleaners as these can damage the finish on the leather which can then lead to the colour coming off.

2- When cleaning do not rub the leather too vigorously as this can also lead to colour transferring onto the cloth. Not only that but you can also damage the prominent grain, making areas look flatter and smoother.

3- You should re-protect your bag every three to four months depending on its usage. Regular cleaning and protecting will help keep your bag looking newer for longer.

4- When your bag is not in use you should keep it stuffed, this will help keep its shape and stop the leather from creasing. You should also keep your bag in its dustbag.

5- Handbag protection cream will help repel water and other types of staining. It also has a UV light barrier which will help slow down colour fade.

6- Store your bag in a cool and dry place, away from direct UV Sunlight.