The Journal

Craft, care and considered style

Guides written by the people who cut, stitch and repair the leather.

Genuine vs faux leather: five tests you can do in a shop

Buying Guides · 6 min

Genuine vs faux leather: five tests you can do in a shop

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How to condition a leather jacket without ruining the grain

Leather Care · 5 min

How to condition a leather jacket without ruining the grain

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The winter jacket edit: shearling, aviator and bomber

Winter Collection · 7 min

The winter jacket edit: shearling, aviator and bomber

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Why Goodyear welting still matters in 2026

Buying Guides · 8 min

Why Goodyear welting still matters in 2026

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Hair-on cowhide, explained

Men's Fashion · 4 min

Hair-on cowhide, explained

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Packing leather for long-haul travel

Travel Style · 5 min

Packing leather for long-haul travel

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