Retro Passport Cover | Hibiscus Purple Hand-Dyed Vegetable-Tanned Leather | Multi-Color

× For custom color requests, please discuss with the designer. × Explore more styles and colors at the Bluecat Leatherware Design Gallery: https://www.pinkoi.com/store/bluecatlc × We recommend carrying one passport at a time. For travel to mainland China, carrying the newer card-style travel permit is more convenient. [Dimensions] 15 x 10 x 1.5 cm [Materials] × Vegetable-tanned leather - genuine cowhide (European) × Specialized sewing thread for leather (Japanese) [Complimentary Services] × Embossing of uppercase English letters and numbers, up to 10 characters (using Japanese movable type molds - character height 0.3cm) https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54478114202_ca546585ec_c_d.jpg × Eco-friendly gift packaging https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54479321885_bb4419d35d_c_d.jpg [Craftsmanship] https://youtu.be/iI0GiEymHOU [Material Characteristics] Vegetable-tanned leather showcases the natural state of the hide, retaining marks from the animal's life, ensuring each piece is unique. This leather gradually darkens with sun exposure, a natural phenomenon that enhances its character. Through use, natural oils from contact with skin impart a gentle sheen, creating a personalized patina that tells the story of its owner. This is the essence of "leather nurturing." With proper care to avoid moisture, vegetable-tanned leather can last for over a century without degradation. Regular use is itself a form of maintenance. If the leather feels dry, a commercially available leather oil can be applied with a soft cloth. Bluecat's vegetable-tanned products are treated with a water-repellent finish. In case of water droplets, wipe them off promptly to prevent penetration. × Comparison before and after sun exposure: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54479157854_2d1a75fa88_c_d.jpg [Notes] × Color perception may vary due to different display devices; please be aware before purchasing. × Any custom lettering shown on product images is for demonstration purposes only. × Estimated shipping dates are provided; domestic delivery typically takes around two days. Delivery dates are estimates and not guaranteed due to various factors with shipping carriers. × If you have any specific requirements, please communicate with us before placing your order. Be sure to fill in the notes section at checkout; unnoted requests cannot be guaranteed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/40805158713_48e63fb890_z_d.jpg // Handmade Leather & Design by Bluecat studio / Made in Taiwan // ※※ Want to explore more? Visit the charming Bluecat Cuties ※※ https://www.pinkoi.com/store/bluecatct