Does it matter which leather you buy or are there differences?

It is not necessarily true that every leather bag is the same as another leather bag. It's just like many other products, whether it's a car or food. There are always differences in quality and price. Of course it is the same with leather! Genuine leather is divided into three types of leather: Full-grain leather, full-grain leather and split leather. Full-grain leather provides the best quality and costs the most, while split leather provides the worst quality and is the cheapest to buy.

And when it comes to leather, Italian leather is among the best in the world. The term "Italian leather" refers to the quality of the hides and the process used to make the leather. If you want to find out if a garment is made of genuine Italian leather, you can pay attention to a few things and learn what is the difference between Italian leather and leather.

How to recognize a genuine Italian leather product

The symbolic representation of a splayed animal hide with an additional designation has become widely accepted for identifying genuine Italian leather. Look for this certificate of authenticity. The label should say something like "100% Italian leather" or "certified Italian leather." A reputable company like Misuri that stands by its product will have such a notice attached. Misuri uses only genuine Italian leather for all items made of leather, because only genuine leather is breathable, durable and robust. Take as a perfect example the aviator jacket Vans, made of suede and additionally trimmed with mountain goat leather. Available in black, this classic jacket, which keeps every man very warm in winter, has a removable lapin lining. The genuine Italian leather of the jacket is actually breathable, as the jacket has perforated holes.

Does Italian leather have certain characteristics?

Look for minimal discoloration and imperfections such as wrinkles, scars and stains on the leather first. Due to the treatment of individual hides, usually no two Italian leather samples are exactly alike. It is these small imperfections, which are a sign of quality, that occur during the natural tanning process of the leather. The tanning of leather was already known at the time of the Etruscans. And it is the same with the processing of the leather at Misuri, which goes back to a centuries-old artisan tradition. Jackets, gloves or bags are exclusively the result of many days and weeks of fine craftsmanship from Florence, resulting in a unique and elegant product, which carry the Made in Italy label. Take a look at the Mini Doctor Bag by Misuri, for example. It is made entirely of smooth and hand-painted leather, both inside and out. To complete this unique piece, Misuri's artisans take a full 30 days where every stitch is hand sewn. The result is classic and durable works.

Get active yourself and sharpen your senses

Italian genuine leathers, especially full-grain and the finest leathers, are warm and soft to the touch. They are not smooth at the edges, but fibrous, which is due to the protein-containing pores of the hide. You should also use your nose, because Italian leather smells very earthy and intense. Elegant and unique and made of Italian leather are the Big Classic Reversible Belt made of genuine calfskin in brown and black for men or the leather gloves for ladies. For the winter season the Ladies Cashmere Lined Gloves are suitable, because they protect even the most sensitive hand and keep nice and warm. The gloves fit like a glove, thanks to a small slit on the inside of the wrist.

Misuri gives warranty on all Italian leather products

If you want to buy an Italian leather product from Misuri, you will of course get a guarantee. This is because Misuri stands 100% behind its products, which are synonymous with quality and traditional craftsmanship. It is therefore unlikely that the product, which is also made of genuine leather, will break down over time. A Misuri bag or jacket will last a lifetime and will not show any signs of wear.

Is a product made of genuine Italian leather priceless?

Of course, the price of a product is not a definitive indication of the quality of the leather, because, for example, the brand name of many Italian designers significantly affects the price. So, a handbag made of Italian leather can easily cost a few thousand dollars if there is a big designer behind it. Manufacturers like Misuri are much cheaper compared to the products of big brands that produce a great, genuine Italian leather and produce the best quality due to the centuries-old tradition of processing and craftsmanship. Find out, visit Misuri's online store or come in person to Florence, to the beautiful Palazzo Antellesi next to the Church of Santa Croce. Misuri is the oldest company in this neighborhood, located in the same place since 1906. In any case, Misuri stays true to Florentine craftsmanship by making the leather for the jackets, handbags, travel bags and accessories it produces exclusively from fine full-grain leather as well as vegetable-tanned lining leather.