CHAGOM Journal

Price of an artisanal leather bag: what really determines its value

What determines the price of an artisanal leather bag: materials, leather consumption, pattern making, skilled labour, construction, hardware, production scale and place of manufacture.

Bags made in Spain: what to look for in quality and origin

What it means to value a bag made in Spain: place of manufacture, materials, construction, craft and signs of quality beyond the label.

How to tell if a bag is genuine leather: the signs that really matter

A practical guide to distinguishing genuine leather from synthetic materials when buying a bag, without damaging the piece.

How to choose the right handbag size for the way you use it

How to choose a bag size based on what you carry, your routine, real measurements and the way you want to use it.

Leather laptop bag: measurements, structure and comfort

How to choose a leather laptop bag according to the computer's actual dimensions, protection, structure, base, handles and weight.

Tote or crossbody bag: which should you choose for everyday life?

Tote or crossbody: compare capacity, comfort, security and carrying style to choose the bag that best fits your routine.

Women's office bag: size, structure and closure

How to choose an office bag according to documents, meetings, capacity, structure, closure and comfort, with or without a laptop.

Best leather bags for travelling in style: a practical guide

How to choose a leather bag for travel: format, closure, weight, access, durability and comfort without sacrificing a refined aesthetic.

Work bag for women: how to choose one that is comfortable and functional

What to look for in a women's work bag: all-day comfort, capacity, handles, organisation and a versatile professional aesthetic.

Full-grain vs corrected-grain leather: what really changes in a bag

What full-grain and corrected-grain leather mean, how they behave and which other factors really determine the quality of a bag.

Everyday bag for women: how to choose size, weight and comfort

How to choose an everyday women's bag according to what you carry, weight, carrying style, opening and structure.

Types of leather bags: how to choose the right format

Crossbody, tote, shoulder bag, top handle or mini: a practical guide to choosing the format that best fits your routine.