So due to working a lot of hours over Christmas my first wage slip at the shop was larger than I expected which meant I was able to get quite a few things I need - trousers, shoes, trainers, underwear - but I also had enough that I was able to splash out on a treat for me. I saw the Aster Satchel on The Leather Satchel company's website well before Christmas and had been obsessing over it, well to be honest I tend to obsess over leather satchels in general XD and I decided to make a purchase.
It arrived yesterday and it's absolutely stunning! The colours are so vibrant, the stitching is neat and tidy and the strap is more than long enough - long enough that I didn't need to purchase the strap extension that I did but I have too much experience with bag straps not being long that I thought the extra £3 was worth it.
The satchel in all it's glory! The blue leather is slightly darker than the website shows but I think it makes a better contrast personally, but it's something to be aware of. Funny story the satchel almost took longer to arrive because they thought they'd run out of the blue leather but then some was found last minute. I definitely appreciated the way they kept me informed.
The beautiful back in all it's colourful, printed awesomeness! I've no idea how the print the leather but it's absolutely marvelous.
A very bad close up of the stitching above the working buckle and along the edge of the handle.
Stamped logo on the back which I didn't even notice until I took the photo of the back.
Embossed guarantee type thing on the inside of the flap. The leather is quite stiff at the moment but that will improve with use. There is a smell to the leather which is something to be aware of for people with sensitive noses. The inside dimensions of the main pocket are 13.5 inches long, 8 3/4 inches high and 2 1/2 inches approximately in depth. The front pocket is 9 1/2 inches long, 5 3/4 inches high and 1 inch wide approximately. I haven't yet tested how much will fit but it's safe to say it's more a handbag than say a schoolbag, especially as the leather itself adds a little bit of weight.
Overall I highly recommend this product and this company. I beautifully made piece of genuine British craftsmanship.
