Leather ·30.07.2025

What is faux leather? Uses, durability and care tips

Imitation leather is becoming increasingly popular. Discover how faux leather alternatives match up to the real thing in our straightforward guide.

Leather ·29.07.2025

What is suede?

Leather ·16.07.2025

What is patent leather? 
A complete guide

Patent leather, characterised by its glass-like, glossy finish, is somewhat of an enigma in the leather world. Our complete guide looks at how it's made, pros and cons and cleaning tips.

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Leather ·15.06.2025

How to get oil out of leather

Be it suede, nubuck or even patent leather, this helpful guide includes step-by-step methods for safely removing oil from leather.

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Luggage ·05.05.2025

Is a backpack a personal item?

Airline luggage restrictions are murky, not least when it comes to personal items. Thankfully, our guide is here to help.

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Style ·05.05.2025

Travel, but make it aesthetic

From coordinated airport outfits to designer luggage and TikTok-inspired destinations, a new survey reveals how younger travellers are curating every aspect of travel.

Travel ·07.03.2025

What is noctourism?

Post-sunset travel is becoming a big deal. From the Northern Lights to night safaris, we’re taking a closer look at noctourism.

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Travel ·06.02.2025

Travel dupes: novel alternatives or subpar substitutes?

Spurred by overtourism, rising costs and a desire to explore lesser-known locales, travel dupe destinations are reshaping how we travel.

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30.01.2025

Why does most hardshell luggage open in the middle?

Almost all modern hard-shell suitcases adopt the clam-shell form over the traditional trunk style. Here’s why.

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