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Please, take your vacation time - and take an actual vacation.

There's a strange American nobility regarding not taking time off or not needing downtime. Rest has somehow become synonymous with weakness, and time to ourselves has become viewed as selfish, self-absorbed, or lazy, with both becoming luxuries, something allotted to a privileged or lucky few. When you combine this erroneous belief born of hyper-capitalism to the modern social media-driven culture of hustle, hustle, grind, grind, which promises to produce maximized profits, potential, and productivity, what you're ultimately left with is exhaustion, burnout, and existential despair.  "If you are silent about your pain, they'll kill you and say you enjoyed it." Zora Neale Hurston   So, what should you do?  Take that vacation time. We are on this beautiful spinning orb...

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Protect Your Investment

Your favorite jacket, bag, or belt deserves the best leather care possible. This means choosing an oil or leather conditioner that will protect and nourish it perfectly. All natural materials require specialized care, and leather is no different. It can dry out, crack, and harden over time until you can no longer use your piece of clothing, accessory, or other items. 

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A Guide to Faux Leather vs. Real Leather from Start to Finish

Leather products are a core feature of any fashion fab life. They are elegant, luxurious, and of course, costly. So, keep looking for leather wannabees while shopping and investing in genuine leather. This guide will assist you in differentiating between real leather and its fake form.   Faux Leather vs. Real Leather Let the Tags Talk Though it sounds pretty obvious, check the tags. If it is authentic leather, it won't hesitate to tell you so. If the titles quote 'man-made material' or something like that, it is faux leather. Faux leather also goes by the terms fake leather, pleather, vegan leather synthetic leather, man-made leather, imitation leather, alternative leather, among others. Further, make sure to check the price. Natural leather is more expensive than fake leather, so if...

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Why Is It Important To Keep Your Leather Bags In Dust Covers?

Unboxing your brand new leather bag is one of the most exciting moments in a fashion lover's life – especially if you are obsessed with leather products. However, once the newness wears off, it's important to take care of your investment by storing it properly. So, how do you keep your leather bag looking new? The answer is simple – by using a dust cover! The dust covers store your leather bags when they are not in use. Let's discuss what leather dust covers are and why they are important to keep your leather bags in good condition. What are Leather Dust Covers? Leather dust covers are made out of breathable material, and they help protect your leather bags from...

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