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Italian Full-Grain Leather Crossbody Bag | Parma

Italian Full-Grain Leather Crossbody Bag | Parma

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Country of Origin: Italy

Fabric type: Full-Grain Leather

Lining: Soft Man-Made Material

Closure type: Zipper

Color: Brown

Model: 231302dol

EAN: 4745010292774

Product Dimensions: 9.4" L x 3.1" W x 6.3" H

Weight: 0.93 lb

Care instructions: Wipe with Damp Cloth

Soft pebbled leather, structured body | Zip top, one inside pocket, fits phone & slim wallet | Made in Italy - Full-Grain Leather

Highlights:

  • Made in Italy - real full-grain leather with a pebbled grain
  • Compact and light - 9.4"L x 3.1"W x 6.3"H, 0.93 lb, a little handbag
  • Zip top, one compartment - inside patch pocket, easy-wipe lining
  • Strap 25.6" to 48.4" - slides for cross body or shoulder wear
  • Gold-tone hardware - metal zipper with a tassel on the pull

Overview:

Real leather you can feel, in a structured shape. The body is full-grain Italian leather with a pebbled grain, soft to the touch from day one. The shape comes from piping stitched along every edge, so the rectangle holds and the flat base keeps it standing. Screens shift color, so the exact shade can read a touch warmer or cooler in hand.

Small, and clear about how small. It measures 9.4" long, 3.1" wide and 6.3" tall and weighs 0.93 lb, so among small handbags and purses it reads compact, if a bit boxier than a photo suggests. One compartment holds a phone, a wallet, a small makeup bag and some extras: the everyday load, and the honest limit.

Simple inside, gold-tone throughout. Under the zipper: one main compartment, a wipe-clean lining, one patch pocket for a phone. Zipper, rings and strap clips are gold-tone on every color, the one finish this model comes in, and the tassel hangs from the zipper pull with the strap clipped to its own ring beside it.

From an everyday errand to an evening out. The strap slides through its buckle anywhere from 25.6" to 48.4", so it rides short on the shoulder or long across the body, on a petite frame or a fuller one. Unclip it and this pocketbook becomes a clutch for dressy plans, at ease with jeans or a dress.

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Outer material Full-Grain Leather Full-Grain Leather
Lining Soft Man-Made Material Fabric
Leather origin Italy Not specified
Product origin Italy Not specified
Size/Weight 9.4" L x 3.1" W x 6.3" H • 0.93 lb 7.9" L x 3.1" W x 6.3" H
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▸ Understanding leather grades & finishes

Leather grades

Full-grain — the top layer of the hide with its natural grain left intact (not sanded or buffed). The strongest and most durable grade. Left smooth and unfinished it develops a patina over time; with a pebbled or protective finish it keeps a more even, consistent look instead.

Top-grain — the same top layer, lightly sanded to even out imperfections and usually sealed with a finish. Thinner and more uniform, slightly less durable.

Split leather (suede) — the soft lower layer of the hide, left once the top grain is split off. Suede is a split buffed to a velvety nap. Less durable than grain leather, but a genuine material valued for its texture.

Corrected-grain — leather whose natural grain has been sanded away to hide flaws, with an artificial grain then embossed and a pigment coating applied in its place. It is the sanding-off of the real grain — not the texture itself — that separates it from full-grain. This is what is most often sold under the label "genuine leather."

Bonded leather — leather scraps ground up, bonded with polyurethane and embossed. The lowest grade — often only 10–20% real leather.

About "genuine leather": "genuine" only confirms an item contains real leather — it says nothing about the grade. It is also one of the most-searched leather terms online, so reputable sellers and budget makers alike include it in their listings to be found; on its own it tells you nothing about quality. The honest high grades carry their own names (full-grain, top-grain), so when a bag lists no grade or leans on "genuine leather" alone, the material is usually corrected-grain or lower. Judge by the grade, not the label.

Surface finishes

Pebbled grain — a fine, even pebble texture pressed into the hide under heat and pressure (on our bags, the Italian "Dollaro" pattern). The texture is added to the surface, not a cover-up for grain that has been sanded off. The raised pebbling scatters light and disguises everyday scuffs, so the bag keeps a fresh look longer — the trade-off is a tactile, understated surface rather than the high-gloss sheen of smooth leather.

Protective finish — many of our pebbled-leather bags carry a protective surface treatment that locks in the color and helps the leather resist daily wear and scuffs. It gives the surface a smoother, sealed feel — the same approach used by many European leather houses — and is a sign of a sealed, hard-wearing leather, not a synthetic one.

Metallic finish — on our metallic styles, a fine metallic foil is bonded onto the leather (or suede) with heat and pressure, becoming part of the surface rather than a coating laid on top. Because it is fused into the leather, the metallic effect won't crack, flake, or rub off — it is made to last the life of the bag.

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Whitney
Beautiful leather purse

I got this bag over a year ago and it's still in great condition. The quality is really good. It's very comfortable to wear and is such a cute little purse. I can't wait to check out the new bags they're coming out with. Definitely check them out ☺️

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Maria Henry
Beautiful bag

My bag was delivered fast. Love it. Genuine leather, perfect size. It can hold your essentials plus small water bottle. It’s just beautiful and price is reasonable. I recommend

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Amazon customer
Real, good quality leather and fully adjustable strap

This crossbody bag is made from genuine leather that is high quality, feels durable (not thin) and the bag feels like will last a lifetime. The leather has a slight pebble texture to it and the hardware is gold. The way the strap is made, it is fully adjustable to any length by sliding the strap through the buckle - there are no holes limiting the amount of adjustments you can make or to get stretched out/distorted with use. I have ordered numerous bags that claim to be crossbody, but the strap ends up being too short to truly work over my larger bust, but this bag worked perfectly with my larger chest and on someone with a much smaller frame. The inside of the purse is open, but there is one side pocket that is cell phone sized. The inside lining is made from a durable feeling canvas material, rather than a softer silky material. It feels less luxurious, but I think it will be easier to keep clean and prove to be less likely to tear with long term use. The bag came with a nice dust bag to store the purse in as well. I'm impressed with the quality of this bag and love it.

Review of: TAKEASY Italian Genuine Leather Crossbody Bag for Women with Zipper and Long Strap | Small Shoulder Wallet Purse Handbag (Black)

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Goose
Beautiful color and real leather

Feels/smells like real leather. Love the green for a spring color. Could fit phone/wallet/another small item inside. Adjustable strap is easy to use.

Apple mouse for scale.

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Amazon Customer
Cute Little Leather Bag

I'm very happy with this cute little bag. It is made in Italy and real leather, which I'm pleased with. Honestly, I have learned that I would rather have fewer higher-quality bags, i.e., made with leather vs. PU leather. While I may pay a little more upfront, the fact that the leather will still look good and be usable in 5 years vs. the PU leather, which only makes it like a year, makes it feel more sustainable. The size of this bag is perfect for carrying critical items, wallet, phone, glasses, lipstick, etc. The share allows it to hold a good bit of items despite its smaller size. The strap is adjustable, so it can be a shoulder bag or cross-body. It's very classic and refined looking, the leather tassel is a nice touch. I will say the outside of the bag looks excellent and of good quality. However, the inside is a little unfinished looking, in my opinion. I wish there was some lining, even something simple would make it feel a little more expense. But still, no one really sees the inside, and the outside looks great, so I still love it.

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River cottage
Nice sized, well made

Perfect purse to go with a summer dress or outfit.

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Ladoudou
Elegant and practical

Elegant, spacious, dress up or down, good real leather

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M
You don’t need designer bags. This one is just as nice.

Just received it today but upon checking it out , I am impressed. For the price you get genuine leather bag that is cute and lightweight. I was able to fit my wallet, phone,sunglasses case and a chopstick and it still is not packed. I am very happy with this purchase. I hope it will last.

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Cynthia
You will be so pleased with this purchase

Perfect fit and excellent quality… right up there with Portland leather however PL des not have a true white option and this is a true white

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Anonymous

Love this bag. Now have three of them!

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Sbs
Quality

Very well made, great for a party.

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Carol
Nice leather!

So far, I love this purse. The leather smells like nice leather and is soft. Very attractive purse.

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Lori C

I love the quality of this crossbody but my favorite part is the size. it holds so much without looking or feeling large at all. An absolute A+ for me.

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Mary H. P.
Lovely quality Purse!

Beautiful leather purse!!! Nice size and beautifully made. My Granddaughter will love it. Thank you!

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ALG
Exactly what I was looking for - love it!

This has become my go-to bag. Very easy for daily use and for travel and even fits a very small travel umbrella, plus everything else I need for the day. I also really appreciate the internal side pocket. Would love if it had another pocket on the opposite side. The leather has worn very well - it doesn't show scuffs or scratches (I got the black). It still looks almost brand new after months of use. That said, the stitching near the back of the zipper is starting to separate. If it gets much worse, I'll take it to the shoe repair to see if they can restitch because the bag is perfect for what I need.

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Tiger Fan
Will buy again!

Excellent quality and price point!

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B. Pare
quality and color

I love it!

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joyce siegel
Small size and soft leather construction

Perfect small bag

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Gerald J.
Beautiful but be careful

I absolutely love the bag and get compliments, but I got the white and it seems to have picked up colors that it gets up against and has been very difficult to clean even though I have ordered the best weather cleaner for this type of bag, which is help, but has not by Any stretch of the imagination, made it like it was

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AuntD
Size

Nice purse. Good size. I own two, white and black.

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Pretty Girl Lundy
Orange is the new Black

The purse is a really nice grade of leather and perfect for travel.

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Julia
Nice size. Good material.

What I didn't like about this purse is that it doesn't have an inside pocket with a zipper.

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Hedgerows
Lovely soft leather and great size

Beautiful bag. Will likely order the black one now.

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Barbara F. Hiss
Beautiful Bag, but there is no zippered pocket on the outside or inside

Beautiful bag! A perfect size. The only critique I would make is that they put a slip pocket or zippered pocket on the outside. FYI, inside the bag, there is a slip pocket only. No zippered pocket. I really like the bag. It looks very expensive. I love it!

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Lisa Library
Strong leather

Great purse! Strong leather, cute tassel, got it in white. The only reason I gave it 4 stars and not 5 is because it lacks an outside pocket. Cute bag.

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Lisa Warren
Nice bag!

Very nice leather and made well. I would buy another in a different color. Good price too!

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none
Quality handbag!

This is a lovely, useful little well-constructed bag. The strap is extremely adjustable and is great for a petite gal.

FAQ & Care
What fits inside this crossbody bag?
Your everyday essentials - phone, a slim wallet or card case, keys, lipstick, a compact and a few small items. There's one main compartment plus an interior patch pocket for a passport or phone. It's a compact crossbody, so it's made for travelling light, not for a large wallet, tablet or bulky items.
What occasions is this crossbody good for?
Hands-free everyday wear - city strolls, travel and sightseeing, shopping, errands, and casual-to-smart outings. Its clean rectangular shape and Italian leather take it from daytime errands to dinner with ease.
Who is this crossbody bag best for?
People who like to travel light and hands-free with just their essentials, and who appreciate real Italian leather in a timeless camera-bag shape. It is a minimalist's bag; if that sounds like you, it will earn its place fast.
When and where should I use this crossbody?
Anywhere you want your hands free and your essentials secure - travel and airports, busy streets, markets, events and everyday outings. Worn across the body the adjustable strap keeps it close and safe in crowds.
What makes this crossbody stand out - why choose it?
Three things you notice in the first minute: the camera-bag shape with stitched piping that keeps its lines sharp, the tassel swinging on the zipper pull under a gold-tone cap, and the strap that clips off in a second to turn the bag into a clutch. Underneath it all is the material: soft pebbled Italian leather, with warm gold-tone hardware from the zipper teeth to the strap clasps.
What to wear this crossbody with?
• Casual: jeans + tee + sneakers, worn across the body. • Smart-casual: a midi dress + loafers, on the shoulder. • Travel: a trench and comfy flats. The neutral leather and gold-tone hardware pair easily with most outfits.
Is this real leather? It looks/feels different than I expected.
Yes - it is genuine Italian leather with a fine pebbled grain and a natural matte finish. The hide is full-grain, the top and strongest layer, with the natural grain kept intact. You can tell it is real: the pebbled texture varies slightly piece to piece, the surface is a quiet matte rather than a plastic shine, and it carries a true leather scent out of the box.
What are the pros and cons of pebbled full-grain leather?
Pebbled full-grain leather pairs a refined look with everyday toughness. Pros: the pebble grain hides small scuffs so the bag looks newer longer, it feels substantial, and full-grain is the most durable part of the hide. Trade-offs: it's a soft matte grain rather than a glossy, mirror finish, and natural grain varies slightly between pieces. Care: wipe with a damp cloth.
How thick is the leather?
1.3-1.5 mm of full-grain hide: the right gauge for a small crossbody, substantial in hand yet light on the shoulder. Press the grain with your thumb - real full-grain gives under the finger and springs back. The leather is meant to feel supple rather than stiff - that softness is the genuine article, and the bag's crisp shape comes from its construction, not from thick, rigid hide.
How is the leather treated?
It is finished in the Italian tradition for results you can feel: deep, even color that keeps its richness, a supple feel from day one, and easy everyday care. Care: wipe with a damp cloth; keep it away from prolonged water and direct heat.
Why does my new bag smell so strong out of the box?
Real leather has a scent of its own - warm, a bit like a saddle shop. That part is normal, comes with genuine hide, and softens over the first days. A sharper, chemical note has a different source: it comes from the making of the leather itself - the compounds used to treat and dye the hide - and from the sealed wrap the bag travels in. It is not a sign of a fake and not a fault: sealed in a box for weeks, those traces have nowhere to go, and once the bag is out in the open air they clear. Quick fix: air the bag in a well-ventilated room, away from heat and direct sun, and keep an odor absorber nearby - an activated-charcoal sachet or an open bowl of baking soda - for 48-72 hours. If a harsh odor still has not eased after that, write to us and we will make it right.
My bag arrived with a pressed line or small dents - is that normal?
Soft full-grain leather can pick up pressure marks in a packed box - a faint line where something rested against it in transit. That is the supple hide responding, not a flaw in the bag, and the marks release as the leather warms and moves with use. Quick fix: fill the bag lightly with tissue or a soft scarf, let it stand for a day or two at room temperature, and smooth the spot with clean hands. A deep cut or tear is a different story - that is damage, not a crease.
Why does the color or hardware look different from the photos?
Every screen renders a leather tone its own way - daylight, indoor light and phone settings each shift it slightly - and natural hide varies a little piece to piece, so the shade in hand can sit a touch warmer or cooler than a photo. That is the nature of real leather and real screens, not a defect. On hardware there is no guesswork: the zipper, rings, buckle and tassel cap are gold-tone on every bag. Quick check: judge the shade in daylight by a window rather than under indoor bulbs, and against the studio photo on the white background rather than the lifestyle frames.
Does the bag hold its shape?
Yes - and by design. The leather itself is soft to the touch; the shape comes from the construction: piping stitched along the edges works like a frame, so the bag keeps its rectangular lines whether it is full or nearly empty. That is the camera-bag look - and it also protects what is inside. Quick fix: when the bag is empty or resting in the closet, stand it upright with a little tissue inside so the sides stay true, and give it its own spot on the shelf rather than a place under a stack of heavier things.
Can I wear it crossbody and on the shoulder?
Yes - at its longest (about 48.4 inches) it works across the body for most heights; shortened (down to about 25.6 inches) it sits neatly on the shoulder. Slide the buckle to the length that sits where you like - the range covers petite and tall frames alike.
The zipper on my new bag feels tight - is that normal?
Quite often, yes: on a new bag the metal teeth are freshly set and the tape around them is still stiff, so the slider can run snug for the first days. It loosens up with use - that is a new zipper settling in, not a fault. Quick fix: guide the slider straight along the track, steadying the edge of the bag with your other hand, and keep the pull level instead of tugging it at an angle. If the slider catches the lining, ease the fabric back out and zip again. A few full open-and-close runs are usually all it takes.
Is the strap adjustable and can I take it off?
Yes - the strap adjusts from 25.6 to 48.4 inches (65 to 123 cm) and detaches at both clasps, so you can wear the bag crossbody, shorten it for the shoulder, or carry it as a small clutch. The buckle slides along the strap, so you set the exact length you like at any point. If the strap arrives folded or curled from the box: clip it on and let the bag hang, or lay it flat overnight - supple leather straightens out on its own with a little time and wear.
What's the interior like - does it have pockets?
Inside there is one main compartment with a smooth man-made lining and one flat patch pocket sized for a phone, a passport or cards. The outside is kept clean and seamless - everything travels inside, behind the zipper. If you rely on an outside pocket for quick-grab items, that is worth knowing before you order.
What is the tassel on the zipper?
The tassel is a decorative accent on the zipper pull - a gold-tone cap holding fine leather and suede strips that move as you walk. It's part of the bag's signature camera-bag look. It's a fixed, permanent part of the design, secured at the zipper pull - not a removable charm.
What are the exact dimensions, and what can it hold?
It measures 9.4 x 3.1 x 6.3 inches (24 x 8 x 16 cm) and weighs 0.93 lb (421 g). The strap adjusts from 25.6 to 48.4 inches (65 to 123 cm). Inside: one main compartment and one interior patch pocket; everything else about what fits follows from the numbers above.
What's the style of this bag?
A clean camera-bag crossbody: compact rectangular shape, top zipper, a swinging tassel on the pull and warm gold-tone hardware. Understated and timeless rather than trend-led. If you prefer a soft slouchy bag or lots of detailing, this neat, minimalist shape will read differently.
Is this a well-made, quality bag?
Yes - judge it by the build: a sturdy metal zipper, piping stitched along every edge, and tidy stitching down the strap, which detaches at solid gold-tone clasps. It is made to be used daily; anything genuinely defective is covered by a 30-day return or exchange.
Is this bag too small?
It is intentionally compact: a bag for the woman who packs light and wants her hands free, and it is honest about that trade. If you like to carry a lot, this is the wrong size - better to know now than at unboxing. If you need more room, size up to one of our larger styles; if you want to travel light, this size is exactly the point.
Could this bag be bigger than I expect?
The numbers to check: 9.4 inches long, 6.3 tall and 3.1 deep. The clean rectangular shape can read larger in photos than it feels in hand, so measure a bag you already own against 9.4 inches across - that is the honest test. The 3.1 inch depth is the slimmest side of the bag: worn crossbody it stays close to your side rather than standing out from it.
Is this crossbody heavy?
No - it is light: 0.93 lb (421 g), so all-day hands-free wear stays easy. Most of any weight you feel is what you put inside. Its compact size naturally keeps it light.