HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR CALA JADE PRODUCTS
At Cala Jade we share a deep passion for fine quality leather and materials. In our definition of quality we include the physical attributes of the material, as well as its origin and treatment. Standing the test of time and keeping our pigsty clean matters.
Behind every collection there is an immense process of identifying and selecting the materials to the most miniscule rivet, buckle or seam, are to transcend into a perfect entity. When we discover new intriguing materials, ideas start to take shape.
- Gently rub with a soft cloth or leather conditioner now and then to help fade any marks and the skin supple. If it get a little dirty, a dry or damp cloth will do the trick.
- If you get caught in the rain, let the bag dry off naturally.
- Protect it from direct sunlight and heat.
- We recommend a leather protector spray before use to better protected against water,
snow, stains, and grease. Spray about 20 cm away. Let it dry for 30 minutes.
- Be mindful if the leather is a darker shade, I may transfer color to light clothing. And if a
light color shade, dark fabrics might rub off onto the leather.
- Store it away in the original dust bag when not used.
COW VACETTA
Known for its smooth surface and natural finish. Expect natural variation in the natural grain and making. With time it will develop a rich patina that reflects our journey together.
Vacetta leather is a type of full-grain made from cow hides. Vacetta, in particular, is distinguished by its natural, almost untreated finish.The vacetta leather has a soft, buttery-to-the-touch finish. In its raw state, vachetta leather is often a pale beige or off-white color but it can be dyed in a number of hues.
Our Misu bags are woven in cow vacetta leather. This material is ideal for Misu because it has the perfect substantial thickness and durable for weaving the bags. Each bag is intricately woven around a mold by hand, ensuring that there will always be slight variations, making every bag unique.
BUFFALO TOLEDO
Buffalo leather is strong and full of character, with a natural grain and rich texture. Naturally durable and full of character, it softens with time and develops a rich, lived-in patina.
Full-grain buffalo leather is of excellent quality and is made from the top layer of a buffalo hide. The top layer carries the best and most natural characteristics of the buffalo hides. This is what gives full-grain buffalo leather a unique appearance with a natural look. Our Buffalo toledo has a natural water based tanning process.
Iwa , Isai and Humi bags are made of Buffalo Toledo. Buffalo leather is not stretched during the tanning, therefor it is suitable to be used in the weaving of leather mats.
SUEDE
Bags made from suede leather are soft and rich in texture. Delicate by nature, it requires gentle care to protect against moisture, stains, and wear. Natural variations in the surface are part of the charm. Suede is really a type of split leather – in fact, it the innermost layer of the hide. Suede leather, is the bottom layer of a cowhide.
After a cowhide is tanned, the hide is split into a top and bottom layer. The bottom layer will become suede. Because these fibers are looser on the bottom layer of a cow hide, it is perfect for making suede. These looser fibers help give suede the unique, “fuzzy” feel.
To create that unmistakably luxurious feel, the nap is lightly sanded to give suede a uniform look and extra soft touch.
Nami and Masago have some styles that we make in suede leather. When making our bags in suede we need to do reinforcements to the bags. Our factory in Italy is specializes in crafting reinforcement under suede leather, ensuring the durability and stability of the bag while maintaining its shape. We highly recommend applying an impregnation treatment to the bag before use, particularly when it is crafted from suede leather. This step is crucial for enhancing the bag's durability and maintaining its quality over time
NUBUCK
Nubuck leather is lightly buffed on the surface, giving it a soft, velvety feel. It’s more durable than suede but still needs care. Protect it from water and treat it gently to preserve its texture.
Nubuck is top-grain leather that has been sanded or buffed on the grain side, or outside, to give a slight nap of short protein fibers, producing a velvet-like surface. Nubuck is similar to suede, but is created from the outer side of a hide, giving it more strength and thickness and a fine grain. It is generally more expensive than suede, and must be coloured or dyed heavily to cover up the sanding and stamping process. Nubuck characteristics are similar to aniline leather. It is soft to the touch, and water drops darken it temporarily (it dries to its original color).
We have a selection of Nubuck in our online exclusive collection.
ANILINE LEATHER
Aniline leather has little to no protective coating, making it more susceptible to staining and surface scratches. Treat this items with some extra care, and the bag will age beautifully. We use Anline leather for our Nutmeg and Pecan bags, each bag is unique and will develop a distinct patina over time, adding to its beauty.
A pure aniline leather is unique in that it retains the natural look and feel of the hide. It has little to no protective coating, making it more susceptible to staining from body oils, color fading, and surface scratches, so it requires special care. Aniline leather is the most luxurious and expensive leather option. An aniline hide that has undergone a limited finishing process is more valuable because it showcases all of the imperfections and blemishes of the leather, giving it character.
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