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April 24, 2009

Leather Desk Accessories

Filed under: Leather Stationary — Tags: — admin @ 10:32 am

Resurgence of Leather Desk Accessories

With the increasing modernization of the workplace, office desks are losing more and more of their character. Pen and paper have been replaced by the computers, as have letters, notes, and penstands. In the past, a person’s desk was a reflection of himself or herself with a unique identity. You could get an idea of their tastes, their work habits, and even understand something about their handwriting.

These days however, only certain leather desk accessories can convey that impression. After all, how much character can you stamp onto a computer or a laptop? In most cases, laptops are company provided anyway and leave no room for individuality. Imagine your boss showing a visitor around and saying “This is where (your name) sits”. What will your desk convey? If you’re like most people, the answer is simple – nothing.

But all hope is not lost. There are still certain leather desk accessories that are distinctive and useful. We look at some of them below. They are available in many different styles, and so you can customize your workplace desk to suit your taste and sense of style.

Leather desk accessories

Leather desk accessories

Types of leather desk accessories

Pad Covers

We all still need to take a few notes now and then. If your computer is booting up and you’re on the phone, you need a quick paper pad to jot down stuff. Pad covers will help you do this. Genuine leather pad covers can be used to encase your papers which can be regularly replaced. Different sizes, colors, and styles of leather can be chosen.a

Card cases

When someone hands you a business card, do you just stuff it into your wallet like everyone else? What if you have a large collection? Most people have some sort of card holder for this – usually with unattractive exteriors and plastic holders. Stylish business card cases made of pure leather can convey a distinct impression of elegance and class. A pleasant change from an otherwise boring accessory.

Eyeglass cases

If you wear reading glasses, buy a sleek leather eyeglass case to store them in. Easy to carry around and more appealing than merely stuffing them into your pocket, this accessory can go a long way towards creating that first impression of sophistication. Particularly useful for business persons.

Summary

Leather desk accessories have the potential to create a distinguished image amongst your colleages and superiors. This translates into the way people look at you and interact with you. It’s best not to overdo it of course, because then it looks as if you’re trying to create an impression. But you need to start somewhere, and the above items can give you that much needed push!

April 16, 2009

Leather accessories – 5 gift ideas for Fathers Day

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One doesn’t usually think it necessary to get a gift for their father on Father’s day. Indeed, he may not even notice if you don’t. However, it’s a very touching gesture to let him know that you appreciate all the work he’s done in bringing you up and being an influence in your life. You’d never get a better opportunity to do this than on Father’s day.

Leather accessories are easily one of the best gifts to give your dad since you can be sure he would appreciate it. There are several choices of gifts and depending on what type of man your father is, you can choose the most appropriate gift. So here are a few ideas.

A Leather wallet

As cliched as it might sound, these never go out of fashion. It’s also one of those gifts that combine utility with beauty. You can be sure that his thoughts are never too far away from you if he’s carrying around your gift.

The type of wallet will vary depending on his taste and even his age. Older people like to keep their papers more organized and appreciate a more elongated wallet with greater room, like a pocket case. You can get one of those wallets with a dedicated plastic placeholder for a nice sized photograph as well.

A Leather golf bag

If your dad is the golfing sort, it’s hard to go wrong with a high quality leather golf bag for Father’s day. People who play golf are more apt to enjoy the finer things in life. A sleek leather golf bag to keep his clubs and other accessories in will make his play that much more enjoyable. He’ll also be able to brag to his buddies about his son’s gift!

Leather Watch box

A leather watch box is a little case which has indentations for safely storing a watch when not in use. They also have placeholders for other tiny accessories such as cuff links and rings. A very dinky box to have around. It allows a man to keep his important and precious belongings safe. It’s also very easy to travel with.

Leather Flask

Ideal for a long walk, or a train journey, a little curved leather bound flask will store a convenient amount of any liquid such as water, liquor, or a reviving swig of juice. Easy to transport, stylish and elegant, a leather flask is an excellent gift for the right person.

Leather Pen Holder

If your father likes to carry around his pens in different colors or with different types of nibs, then a sleek pen holder is an ideal and thoughtful gift for him. It will ensure that he is able to carry them safely without misplacing them. These cases are designed for easy access as well and so they are perfect for dedicated pen lovers.
These 5 gift ideas are just a small set of what you can actually give. With leather, there is no such thing as too much choice. So go and get set for Father’s day, and let your father know how much you care.

April 10, 2009

Different styles of men’s leather wallets – Advantages

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Leather Wallets and styles

Wallets have always got the short treatment when it comes to fashion, and for good reason. They’re one accessory whose sole purpose is one of utility. We have seen in an earlier article how brand names can make a wallet more trendy, but in general, you find that people don’t shop for wallets keeping the latest trends in mind.However, there are different styles of wallets, each of which has it’s own advantages and disadvantages. The wallet is such a piece of equipment, that an advantage in one area is always balanced out by a disadvantage in another. This is why it is so important to carefully choose a leather wallet that suits you. Let’s take a look at some of the basic wallet styles and what each has to offer.

Long leather Wallets

These are handy for storing a large number of papers and documents. They’re usually kept in the breast pocket of the apparel for the simple reason that they’re usually too large. They have the space to conveniently hold all your identity cards and credit/debit cards. In addition, they also keep the banknotes straight and crisp without having to fold them like traditional wallets. This lends an air of sophistication to the possessor of this style of wallet.

They can also be used to hold checks without folding them which can be extremely useful.

Long leather wallets are undoubtedly very stylish if you can get around carrying them properly. Since not many people use them, they always stand out and combined with other attire, they make a very nice addition to the costume.

Short leather wallets

These are the types of wallets that you see everywhere. Convenience is their middle name, which is why they’re so common in the first place. Their size makes them easy to carry around in the front or back pockets of your trousers, and still leave space for other things.

They have sufficient room however, to hold your credit cards, a few business cards and banknotes – though you might have trouble fitting in some of the larger ones. Though they’re not as roomy as their long counterparts, they are more than enough for most people. They don’t do a very good job of carrying change though, as they’re prone to bulge out. Fashion conscious people need to always ensure that they don’t carry too many coins.

Flip down leather wallets

Some wallets have a flap that lets itself down in order to display an ID card. This makes it easy to quickly show it when necessary without fumbling to find your ID in your wallet. Best for frequent travelers, it’s not something that everyone will want to have since it uses up a dedicated slot in the wallet that could be used for something else. It also adds a bit of bulk.

Leather Wallet shopping

Most men already have a preferred style of wallet that they use even though it might not suit their needs anymore. If you’re buying a wallet for yourself, this might be a good time to change it to more aptly suit your needs. If you’re buying it for someone else, take a look at what they really need and if it’s different from what they use, convince them that they need to change and then buy the wallet for them – they’ll thank you for it later.

10 Leather Accessories Gift Ideas – For the man who loves leather

Filed under: Gifts — Tags: — admin @ 10:08 am
Giving gifts is always difficult, especially when you don’t know the person well. Sometimes however, even knowing a person doesn’t mean you know what they would appreciate. In these situations, find out what the man in question appreciates. If he likes leather, then here are some great gift ideas to make him jump with joy!

A leather diary

A genuine leather diary is a very tasteful gift to give to a leather lover. Along with the beautiful soft cover and the feel of the pages, a diary encourages a man to be communicative with himself. If you know that the person has a soft spot for the delicate things in life – pens, watches and reading, you can’t go wrong with a leather diary.

A leather passport holder

During times of travel, it’s nice to have all your stuff neatly arranged in a stylish leather case. For those tricky situations where you need to show your ID and keep your tickets from falling out, a leather passport holder shows how much thought has gone into the gift.

A leather luggage tag – with a coat of arms

To pander to a man’s ego, show him that you feel he’s special. You can custom engrave leather luggage tags with a stylish coat of arms to make him feel distinguished. Not many people will have their own laser engraved luggage tags!

A leather coaster set

A beautiful set of leather coasters – perhaps with a display case for them included lends a nice touch to the home of a man and shows his taste – customize them with a message for even better personalization.

Leather flowers

This might seem a bit odd, but leather flowers are actually very unique looking – a far cry from the plastic ones you find. They surprise the person who touches them with their velvety texture.

A leather wine holder

To enable a man to show off his wine collection with aplomb, gift him a leather wine holder that will enchant his guests and make him feel truly special.

Leather photo display

A stud glass photo display case with a leather base allows a man to showcase what’s important to him in a prominent place without seeming overly sentimental.

Leather Map

To complete the sophisticated image, nothing is more enchanting that a genuine leather map of the old world. Specially if there are other nautical items around!

Leather Bracelet

To add a dash of personalization for the unconventional man, a leather bracelet with a head of sterling silver always gets the desired effect. Stylish and extremely masculine, this is sure to remind him of you.

Leather Recipe holder

For a man who likes to make his own food, give him an easy and enchanting way to keep his recipes all together in one place. With a slick leather recipe holder, he will never be afraid of messing it up or losing his precious recipe cards.

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