✔ How to Care for Your Genuine Leather Bag:

Genuine leather requires regular maintenance to preserve its beauty:

✔ Regular Maintenance:

- Cleaning: Use a soft, slightly damp cloth to remove dust
- Hydration: Nourishing leather cream 3-4 times a year
- Protection: Waterproofing spray initially, then twice a year
- Storage: Stuff with paper to maintain its shape
- Avoid: Prolonged direct sunlight, heat sources, stagnant water

✔ If Wet

- Dab (do not rub) with an absorbent cloth
- Allow to air dry away from radiators
- Once dry, apply leather cream

✔ The Magic of Patina:

Elara's genuine leather will develop a unique patina over time:
- The areas of friction will soften
- The color will gain depth
Your bag will truly become yours
- This patina is the signature of genuine leather

✔ This natural evolution is NOT a defect - it's the beauty of genuine leather!

✔ Style Tips:

Elara is the vintage bag that elevates your looks:

- Retro-chic look: With a midi dress and ankle boots - perfect for a vintage vibe
- Elegant office look: With a pantsuit - adds a distinctive touch
- Refined casual look: With raw denim jeans and a white shirt - elevates the whole outfit
- Bohemian look: With a long dress and sandals - the pom-pom adds charm
- Classic autumn look: With trench coat and scarf - timeless

✔ Timeless Vintage Style:

Elara's vintage design never goes out of style. Unlike trendy bags that age poorly, Elara remains elegant decade after decade.

✔ A Sustainable Investment:

The price may seem higher than synthetic, but:
- A genuine leather bag lasts 10-20 years (vs. 1-2 years for a synthetic one)
- Cost per use: significantly lower
- Can be restored by a leatherworker
- It is passed down evenly (inheritance fashion)

✔ Portage:

The adjustable shoulder strap allows for comfortable carrying. The weight of the genuine leather gives it a feeling of quality and sturdiness.