Galen Leather sent me this lovely pouch/bag to review quite a while back [find it here]. I have used it on two separate long trips – once as a pouch, and once as a bag – and I really like it. It does puff out when it is full, but it looks nice like that actually. I was worried that I would find the clip clasps difficult to use, but they are very easy to use, unlike buckles, and they are way more secure than magnets.
I used this bag as a cross body bag in the airport, to keep my travel documents and phone handy, and then when I was at my destination, I used it as a purse in my handbag. You could also use it as a pen pouch. The zippered ‘compartment’ is a wallet insert which is SO practical.
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This leather shows wear easily, but I really like how it ages. They also have other leathers, such as polished black and undyed.
Galen leather is one of those companies that you just cannot help but love. I have had such amazing conversations with the family. The founder was the late Zeynep, who was an incredible, inspiring woman who instantly made you feel like a friend. The company is now run by her brother Jusuf, and her husband Yunus.
Galen also have the most amazing, sturdy boxes and have always sent little extras with my orders.
