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Local Love: Interview with a Bookbinder
Behind an unassuming storefront in the center of Bogota sits a cozy bookbinding workshop with an impressive array of beautifully crafted books, Ricardo Corazon de Papel. Ricardo Aguirre’s shop is one of those hidden treasures that brings great delight to all … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Inspiration
Tagged Bogota, book restoration, bookbinding, bookmaking, Colombia, Creative Philosophy, hand-made
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Corrientazo: The Colombian Greasy Spoon
Corrientazo - a slang word that refers to a lunch catered to the needs of Colombia’s working class: it’s cheap, it’s quick, and it’s hearty. The corrientazo is ubiquitous in Bogota, and there’s a strong sense of community in this mid-day … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Inspiration, Our team, Restrepo Leather, Travel
Tagged Bogota, Colombia, Corrientazo, Culture, Food
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The Making of Our First Bag
Remember when you sold the first cup at your 2nd grade lemonade stand? Selling our first Restrepo Leather bag felt a bit like that, except a lot better (with champagne, instead of lemonade). From our first customer, Shoshi: As soon … Continue reading
Cesar’s Favorite Restrepo Leather Bag: The Bolivar Weekender
We recently chatted with Cesar Giraldo, our head designer, about his favorite Restrepo Leather bag. The following is an excerpt from our conversation. What’s your favorite Restrepo Leather bag that you’ve designed? My favorite? Probably the Bolivar Weekender. I really … Continue reading
Jerry’s Custom-made Workbench
When Jerry decided to purchase a new workbench for his in-home workshop, it was only logical that the table be custom-made by the neighborhood carpenter, Ronnie. One’s workbench is a special thing, and it has to be suitable for … Continue reading
A Custom Restrepo Leather Bag for MGMT’s Lead Singer, Andrew VanWyngarden
In March, world famous rock band MGMT came to play a show in Bogota. They stopped by the workshop where all Restrepo Leather bags are made, which was especially exciting for Juan Carlos, who’s a big fan. Lead singer Andrew VanWyngarden … Continue reading
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Tagged Bogota, Colombian leather, leather community, Restrepo Leather, Strictly Hand-made
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Photos from Bogota’s Famous Leather District, El Restrepo
In a small neighborhood in southern Bogota sits a dynamic community of leather workers, designers and vendors. It’s no coincidence that this neighborhood, El Restrepo, is the namesake for our company. A short stroll through this historic leather district offers tremendous insight … Continue reading
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Tagged Bogota, Colombian leather, El Restrepo, leather community, Restrepo Leather
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