Top 5 Must-Have Fine Leather Goods in Your Wardrobe

New year, new me – or should we say, new year, new wardrobe? Why not both? Let 2025 be the year you become better, not only on the inside, but on the outside as well. Upgrade your wardrobe by saying goodbye to acrylics and polyester in favor of luxurious, softest silk, durable leather and cozy cashmere. This year, spoil yourself from the outside in with the help of natural fabrics and fine leather goods. You deserve it – you deserve something nice! A wallet, a premium luggage or travel bag, a silk scarf or an alpaca hat, you decide. And we’re here to help you with that choice.

Why Natural Materials?

Synthetic fabrics are everywhere – they’re in our clothes, in our accessories, they’re on our walls and floors but, most importantly, they’re in our bodies. A 2020 study concluded that humans ingest up to 52,000 microplastic particles per year. That is alarming, especially as the industry of fabrics is only expected to grow.

Did you know it can take close to 1000 years for the synthetic fibers in your shoes to decompose? What’s even more worrying is that in the process of doing so, this essentially plastic fiber seeps inside our earth, water and even produce, leading to possible inhalation and ingestion of such particles. Knowing that, it might seem like you can’t avoid those fabrics, but in fact, you can. One way to avoid contributing to fast-fashion pollution is by shifting towards natural materials. 

Natural materials are not only durable and breathable, which are characteristics you may have been familiar with, they are also: 

  • hypoallergenic, meaning that they are less likely to cause allergies. 
  • Temperature regulating: they are able to regulate temperature, by adapting to various degrees, they are more comfortable and most importantly, 
  • eco-friendly and biodegradable, meaning that once they’re gone, they’re gone forever. They will not come back in your diet or the air you breathe. 

Why Leather?

Leather is one such natural material that is widely appreciated for its properties. A quality piece of leather is granted to last you at least 25 years and, due to its remarkable characteristics, in time it will develop a patina, which can be understood as a unique mark of time and quality. This will add character to your accessory, making it a witness of the years passed. Another aspect is water repellence. Technically, no leather is waterproof, but full-grain leather should be able to withstand the marks of water better than other alternatives. Last but not least, a leather piece is a classic. It will never go out of style, nor will it ever feel “outdated”. In fact, leather became more popular during the 20th century, but it is still an item of high demand and appreciation to this day.

Top 5 Fine Leather Goods

If you want to make the switch from synthetic to natural this year, for your own good and for the Earth’s, here are the first 5 fine leather goods you may consider adding to your wardrobe.

1. Wallets

A wallet is, arguably, one of the most important accessories you can invest in. It is one rather small detail that can offer you the extra edge in interactions and introductions. Opting for a durable material, one that is also stylish and elegant will ensure your money is kept safe and make you feel like the Great Gatsby even during the simplest interactions, such as grocery shopping. 

2. Premium Luggage

Travel in style with a premium luggage made out of full-grain leather. Try it once, and you will never go back to the heavy, unsightly, easily-damaging bags from before. Rest assured your premium luggage’s handles won’t break when you pick up your cargo, nor will it scratch and lose pigments of color, if you opt for leather material.  

3. Laptop Briefcase

A laptop briefcase is that one multi-purpose article you can invest in if you want to keep your belongings safe without looking like you’re carrying a Lego brick with you everywhere you go. As mentioned before, it will last you a lifetime and is a must if you want to gain the respect of people at your office. 

4. Cross-Body Bag

Cross-body bags were all the rage in 2023 and people still love them to this day. Providing a hands-free alternative to usual handbags, this style has quickly gained popularity. Everybody rushed to get their hands on one, but not many of those that were purchased will be able to withstand the moment they go out of style and return in fashion. Investing in a leather-made one, however, will make sure that you and your offspring can sport that effortless look.

 5. Pocket Agenda

We get it, everyone’s got a phone nowadays, but you know what they don’t have? Pocket agendas. If you want to impress, this is the way to go. You can’t really rely on technology nowadays, can you? Your phone battery might die unexpectedly, bugs can interfere with your contacts, so you should always have a classic option, just in case. This can be especially useful if your job revolves around writing and taking notes, like a journalist, for example. Leather will also ensure the safety of the information you keep within the pages of your agenda.

Conclusion:

It doesn’t matter if you decide to go for a bigger change, such as premium luggage, or for a smaller one, such as a wallet, as the benefits of natural leather are sure to pull you in right from the first purchase, regardless of the size of it. Give natural fabrics and materials a try, especially if you’ve been postponing the change for some time now. You deserve at least that much and you should indulge in a bit of self-love this year. There are plenty of fine leather goods to choose from. And remember, they’re meant to last you close to a lifetime, so you only have to buy them once, really. Consider the safer option. Consider the better option. Choose leather and do yourself, and our planet, a favor.