Leather Shoulder Bag | ITAKA

The Perfect Mix Between Vintage Vibes & Modern Needs

Discover Itaka, a leather shoulder bag with character and an assertive vintage style. Inspired by old letter carrier's bags, this versatile and extremely practical bag will be your ally in your daily life, answering your various needs.

Fashioned in a noble and resistant material, full grain leather, this leather shoulder bag is also a fashion accessory that complements all your outfits, bringing you a retro and refined touch. Thought as much for students as for lovers of natural escapes, you will be able to take your bag everywhere with you, and keep your accessories safe and  always within reach.

Features of your Leather Shoulder Bag:

Shape: Shoulder Bag / Messenger Bag
Main Material: Full Grain Leather
Genuine Leather Type: Cow Leather
Lining Material: Polyester
Size: 38 cm x 30 cm x 9 cm | 15" x 11.8" x 3.5" (L x H x D)
Volume: 10 L | 2.6 gal
Weight: 1.3 kg | 2.9 lbs
Closure Type: Hasp
Hardness: Soft
Exterior: Solid Bag
Occasion: Versatile
Gender: Unisex
Number of Handles/Straps: Single
Interior: Interior Compartment, Computer Interlayer, Interior Zipper Pocket, Interior Slot Pocket, Cell Phone Pocket

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 color 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Does a laptop fit in this leather shoulder bag?

Yes: there is a dedicated computer interlayer inside. The bag measures 38 x 30 x 9 cm, so a compact laptop slides in flat with room left for a notebook and a charger. It was thought for students first, and it shows.

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What fits inside 10 L?

A full day. The 10 L main compartment carries your layers and your lunch, while the interior zipper pocket, slot pocket and cell phone pocket keep the small stuff from sinking to the bottom. Everything stays within reach, which is the whole point of a letter carrier's bag.

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Is it a men's or a women's bag?

Neither and both: it is unisex. The cut comes from the old letter carriers' bags, and that line works the same on everyone. Students take it to class, others take it to work or on the road.

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Is the leather waterproof?

Water-resistant, not waterproof. The oil-immersed full grain leather sheds rain and ignores drizzle, but it is not a dry bag: if it gets soaked, let it dry naturally before you load it again.

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How does the bag close, and is it secure?

A hasp closure holds the front shut: one clean gesture to open, one to lock it back. Inside, the zipper pocket takes whatever you would rather not see fall out on the pavement: keys, cards, papers.

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What is the Itaka not made for?

Heavy hauls. It weighs 1.3 kg before you pack it: honest full grain leather, not featherweight nylon. If you want the same letter-carrier heritage in a different cut, look at the Vintage Leather Messenger Bag ERIKA; if you need a technical everyday messenger, the Sandqvist Everyday Messenger is the one we point to.

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How do I care for the leather?

Very little. Wipe it with a dry cloth, rub small scratches with a drop of vegetable oil on a cloth, and let it dry naturally if it gets wet. New oil-immersed leather can leave a touch of colour on pale fabrics; it comes out in the wash. The grain will darken and soften into a patina that is yours alone, and the bag is covered by our 2-year warranty.