CARE
Your Léo et Violette products evolve and develop a patina over time. We craft our products with utmost care to ensure their quality endures over time. Here are some tailored tips for each type of leather to help you keep your bag for as long as possible.
Liégé leather
Our liégé leather products are crafted using high-quality Italian leather. They are made from full-grain leather whose original surface has been transformed and enhanced with slight striations and a subtle shine. This type of leather is more resistant to everyday wear and requires minimal maintenance. To ensure you enjoy your bag for as long as possible, we recommend waterproofing it once a year (not necessary upon receipt) and moisturizing it with a colorless leather milk cream, available at your local cobbler. It's always advisable to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Smooth leather
Our smooth leather products are crafted using high-quality Italian leather. They are made from full-grain leather whose original surface has been carefully processed to maintain a very natural appearance and a soft touch. This type of leather requires careful maintenance to develop a beautiful patina over time. To ensure you enjoy your bag for as long as possible, we recommend waterproofing it once a year (not necessary upon receipt) and moisturizing it once every three months with a colorless leather milk cream, available at your local cobbler. We recommend avoiding continuous exposure to rain as much as possible. If it comes into contact with various liquids, allow it to air dry, avoiding direct exposure to artificial heat sources. It's always advisable to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Patent leather
Our calf leather products with a glazed effect (also known as mirror effect) are crafted using high-quality Spanish leather. This leather is coated with a finish that gives it its shine and glazed effect. A simple soft cloth slightly dampened will suffice to properly maintain your product. There is no need to use leather milk cream. In case of stains, use a soft, damp cloth and gently rub the affected area. It is not necessary to waterproof this type of leather as it is already treated. However, it is still not advisable to use your bag in the rain, as this can cause moisture marks. It's always recommended to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Nubuck leather
Our nubuck leather products are crafted using premium Italian leather. They are made from full-grain leather whose original surface has been buffed to give it a soft and silky texture. To ensure the longevity of your bag, we advise avoiding contact with water and oily substances. In case of accidental contact with liquids, gently blot with a clean cloth to absorb, then allow to air dry naturally at room temperature. With this type of leather, as with suede leather, there is a risk of color bleeding. It is preferable to wear a light color with light clothing and vice versa. Use a soft crepe brush for maintenance. Gently brush in the natural direction of the skin to remove dirt and dust. This will restore the shine to your bag. It's always recommended to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Canvas and smooth leather
Our woolen fabric products are crafted using high-quality Italian textiles. The woolen fabric used for this model is suitable for the requirements of leather goods. It is composed of viscose (55%), nylon (30%), and spandex (15%). To preserve your product for as long as possible, avoid rubbing the material to prevent damaging the surface, and protect it from moisture, light, liquids, and oily substances. In case of stains, clean gently with a soft cloth, avoiding the leather parts. It's always recommended to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Embossed leather
Our embossed leather products are crafted using high-quality Spanish leather. They are made from full-grain leather whose original surface has been transformed by embossing with an animal pattern. This type of leather is more resistant to everyday wear and requires minimal maintenance. To ensure you enjoy your bag for as long as possible, we recommend waterproofing it once a year (not necessary upon receipt) and moisturizing it with a colorless leather milk cream, available at your local cobbler. It's always recommended to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Velvet leather
Our velvet leather products are crafted using high-quality Italian leather. They are made from leather whose original surface has been enhanced to provide a soft and silky texture. To ensure the longevity of your bag, we advise avoiding contact with water and oily substances. In case of accidental contact with liquids, gently blot with a clean cloth to absorb, then allow to air dry naturally at room temperature. With this type of leather, like suede and nubuck leather, there is a risk of color bleeding. It is preferable to wear a light color with light clothing and vice versa. Use a soft crepe brush for maintenance. Gently brush in the natural direction of the grain to remove dirt and dust. This will restore the shine to your bag. It's always recommended to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Suede leather
Our suede leather products (also known as nubuck) are crafted using high-quality Italian leather. They are made from a split leather whose original surface has been processed to give it a soft texture. To ensure the longevity of your bag, we advise avoiding contact with water and oily substances. In case of accidental contact with liquids, gently blot with a clean cloth to absorb and let it air dry at room temperature. With this type of leather, like nubuck, there is sometimes a risk of color bleeding. It is preferable to wear a light color with light clothing and vice versa. Use a soft crepe brush for maintenance. Gently brush in the natural direction of the grain to remove dirt and dust. This will restore the shine to your bag. It's always recommended to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
Grain leather
Our grained leather products are crafted using high-quality French and Italian leather. They are made from full-grain leather whose original surface has been transformed by embossing with a grained pattern. This type of leather is more resistant to everyday wear and requires very little maintenance. To ensure you enjoy your bag for as long as possible, we recommend waterproofing it once a year (not necessary upon receipt) and moisturizing it with a colorless leather milk cream, available at your local cobbler. It's always recommended to have your products treated by leather professionals to avoid maintenance-related issues.
