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Availability: in stock in Italy


Product code: 05440901
Materials: vegetable-tanned Tuscan leather
Material density: Hard sides bag, holds its shape
Accessories: dust bag
Color: warm brown
Type: Crossbody bag
Dimensions: Medium
Height, cm./ inches: 23 cm. / 9.1"
Width, cm./ inches: 9.5 cm. / 3.7"
Length, cm./ inches: 34 cm. / 13.4"
Shoulder strap height (drop), cm./ inches: 70 cm. / 27.6"
Condition: This item is authentic, new, with labels.

This men’s crossbody bag has a very specific appeal: it doesn’t chase special effects—it wears them naturally. From the photos you immediately notice the rectangular shape: substantial yet tidy, with soft corners and clean edges. The warm, natural tan tone of Tuscan leather shows subtle variations and shading reminiscent of the aged paper of a notebook—each area tells a slightly different story, without losing its elegance.

The front is arranged like a well-tailored jacket: two applied flap pockets, ready for small essentials you want “within easy reach”. On the back, rounded straps with buckles stand out—an uncommon and functional detail designed to secure a rolled newspaper or a slim umbrella, echoing the true “journalist bag”. The main zip runs along the top edge, protecting the contents without stiffening the silhouette.

Details and features (full specs)

• Model & style: men’s journalist bag, vintage-inspired, classic lines.
• Material: genuine Tuscan vegetable-tanned leather (eco tanning based on natural tannins).
• Color: warm brown/tan (natural tone with possible shading variations).
• Shape: compact rectangular form, well-structured.
• Closure: top zipper.
• Front: 2 external flap pockets (handy for phone, wallet, notebook, accessories).
• Special details: rounded buckle straps on the back to secure an umbrella or rolled newspaper.
• Strap: adjustable leather strap; max drop 70 cm.
• Interior: unlined, suede-like finish; internal layout with 3 open pockets and 2 pen loops.
• Hardware: gold-tone (brass effect) with coordinated buckles and details.
• Collection: THE BRIDGE STORY.
• Outer measurements: length 34 cm × height 22 cm × depth 7.5 cm (excluding pockets) / 9.5 cm (including pockets).
• Production: 100% Made in Italy, artisanal workmanship.

Vegetable tanning: why the shades feel “alive”

Vegetable tanning is an ancient technique developed in Tuscany since medieval times, especially along the Arno area: leather is treated with natural tannins extracted from plants and bark. It is considered eco-friendly because it uses plant-based substances and relies on a slower process, giving the leather a warm, natural look.

Small irregularities, slight grain variations and differences in tone (darker in some areas, lighter in others) are normal: they’re not flaws, but the signature of an authentic material that gains character with use instead of “wearing badly”.

The Bridge: brand history and identity

The Bridge is an Italian leather-goods brand born in the Florentine area: the company was founded in 1969 in Scandicci (Florence), initially under the name “Il Ponte Pelletteria”. The name “The Bridge” was adopted in later years, cementing a recognizable style tied to Tuscan artisanal tradition.

The brand’s identity revolves around classic, timeless elegance, with strong focus on vegetable-tanned leather and craftsmanship that enhances the leather’s brightness and softness—keeping a vintage feel that still looks current.

At corporate level, The Bridge joined the Piquadro Group in 2016; the acquisition was completed to 100% in the years that followed.

Care tips (to help it age beautifully)

• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sun and heat sources: natural leather changes tone over time.
• If it gets wet, blot with a soft cloth and let it dry away from radiators.
• Clean with a dry cloth; if needed, use gentle products for natural leather in minimal quantity.
• Store the bag without overfilling it to preserve the rectangular shape and the front flaps.