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Coach’s Definitive Guide to Speciality Leathers
Learn more about each of the high-quality speciality leathers our bags are crafted from and what they’re known for.
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At Coach, we believe that leather is inherently made to be lived in and lived with. As the Original American House of Leather Since 1941, we’ve been dedicated for years to crafting luxury that lasts with high-quality, durable bags.
A Coach bag is more than your average accessory—it’s a blank canvas for style, an ode to luxury craftsmanship, and an extension of your self-expression every day. But, with so many different types to choose from, how do you find the perfect bag for you? Before making an investment, we recommend exploring the different leathers each bag is made from—it provides the foundation to the design, and in turn, its look and feel.
Read on to learn more about each of the speciality leathers we offer when you’re searching for your next bag.
(Not looking for speciality leathers? Explore our Definitive Guide to Leathers, or our Definitive Guide to Non-Leather Fabrics & Materials.)
A Coach bag is more than your average accessory—it’s a blank canvas for style, an ode to luxury craftsmanship, and an extension of your self-expression every day. But, with so many different types to choose from, how do you find the perfect bag for you? Before making an investment, we recommend exploring the different leathers each bag is made from—it provides the foundation to the design, and in turn, its look and feel.
Read on to learn more about each of the speciality leathers we offer when you’re searching for your next bag.
(Not looking for speciality leathers? Explore our Definitive Guide to Leathers, or our Definitive Guide to Non-Leather Fabrics & Materials.)
Coach Speciality Leathers
Haircalf
What it is: Soft and silky to the touch, haircalf has a super-shiny sheen and showcases both colour and prints exceptionally well. Using the hair side of the hide, this artisan-favourite material is delicate and might shed. Please have it cleaned professionally, handle it with care and keep it away from moisture.
What it's known for: Soft and silky hand-feel with a shiny sheen
What it's known for: Soft and silky hand-feel with a shiny sheen
Suede
What it is: Extra soft and luxurious with a fine, velour-like feel. Coach suede is durable but should not be exposed to water.
What it's known for: Velour-like look and feel
What it's known for: Velour-like look and feel
Shearling
What it is: One of our house codes, Shearling features a suede surface on one side and a luxuriously soft fleece-like surface on the other.
What it's known for: Often considered a symbol of American cool
What it's known for: Often considered a symbol of American cool
Original Natural Leather
What it is: Vegetable-tanned and made with all-natural dyes and finishes, Original Natural Leather is made in partnership with a Leather Working Group Gold-Rated tannery. (Learn more about what that means here.) Featuring natural marks and wrinkles, this leather will develop its own character over time. Do not expose to water, as colours may run. Do not leave in direct sunlight, as colour fading may occur.
What it's known for: Natural marks and wrinkles and a patina that develops over time
What it's known for: Natural marks and wrinkles and a patina that develops over time
Patent Leather
What it is: This leather is extra special thanks to its smooth, high-lustre finish.
What it's known for: A characteristic reflective sheen
What it's known for: A characteristic reflective sheen