ideal & co - living heritage* || 2015 ||
DESCRIPTION
Ideal&Co – Living Heritage* is a Portuguese brand, whose aim is, through its collections, to reinterpret, preserve and share the beauty of what is genuine and Made in Portugal. Tradition and contemporaneity are united in the design, construction and finishes of each piece. This reflects the Portuguese cultural inheritance and the richness of our human and natural resources.TRANSCRIPT
CATALOGUE
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Ideal&Co – Living Heritage* is a Portuguese brand, whose aim is, through its collections, to reinterpret, preserve and share the beauty
of what is genuine and Made in Portugal.
Tradition and contemporaneity are united in the design, construction and finishes of each piece. This reflects the Portuguese cultural inheritance
and the richness of our human and natural resources.
ideal & co living heritage
hand craft 100% cottoncanvasvegetable tanningVegetal tanning is the most ancient method of tanning and nowadays still the one that is more environmentally friendly because it uses only vegetable products.
Believing that quality and environmental awareness play an important part of in our future, we trust the ability of the men that for more than 60 years master the vegetal tan in Portugal.
Our artisans in Natural Park of Serras de Aire e Candeeiros, descend from a line of experienced men that hand craft leather pieces to be used by horse troops and hunters.
Working only with the best leather, the artisans craft manually each and every piece resulting in unique works that they sign individually.
Working in Portugal with the only producer of traditional canvas fabric in Iberian Peninsula, Ideal&Co developed an exclusive, thick and very resistant structured canvas, made of 100% cotton yarns.
Beautiful ancient looms, give at each meter produced for Ideal&co a special uniqueness, making our canvas rucksacks and bags even more singulars.
LEATHERPRODUCTS
Traditionally, the shoulder area is considered the premium one for bags production.
Is the softest and cleanest area of the hide, presents beautiful veins and has less scars than remaining parts.
LEATHER HIDEAREAS
SHOULDER
BENDBELLY
BEND
LEATHER DYEING PROCESS
STAINED THROUGH THE MIDDLE
STAINED ONLY ON THE SURFACE
VS
The dyeing process consist in staining the leather throughout the middle.
In case of scratches the le-ather won’t loose colour.
The painting process consist in staining the leather ex-
clusive in the surface. In case of scratches, it will
evidence the colour contrast with the undyed leather inte-
rior.
LEATHERPRODUCTS
aire - messenger
available colours
name
description
characteristics
size 2 - w 42 x l16 x h29ref. idc 001
ref. idc 021size 1 - w 38 x l14 x h24
Aire Messenger it’s a tribute to Serra de Aire.
Aire Messenger combines functionality and style, perfect for a daily use. With a timeless design, it’s resistant and very practical, allowing easy access to its interior.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Adjustable removable handle with leather shoulder
protection
Lateral buckles to adjust the bag depth
Exterior pocket for a tablet or a notebook
Two interior partitions to a laptop until 17’’
With an extra handle the AIRE Messenger could be
transformed in a backpack.
LEATHERPRODUCTS
candeeiros - backpack
available colours
name
description
characteristics
size 2 - w 32 x l16 x h42ref. idc 002
ref. idc 022size 1 - w 28 x l14 x h38
Candeeiros Backpack it’s a tribute to Serra de Candeeiros.
Candeeiros Backpack has a versatile design that allows multiple uses, the two removable handles could be changed according to the utility that it’s pretended: for Bike and Sport (crossed on the back); Casual (on shoulders) and Business (just one handle to use as shoulder belt).
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Adjustable removable handle with leather shoulder
protection
Lateral buckles to adjust the bag depth
Two side pockets
LEATHERPRODUCTS
alviela - saddle/shoulder bag
available colours
name
description
characteristics
w 25 x l8 x h15ref. idc 013
Alviela it’s a tribute to Alviela river.
The Alviela model is very versatile and can be either used with shoulder strap or placed DW�GLHUHQW�SODFHV�RI�D�ELF\FOH�The hardware is unique and of great quality.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Adjustable removable handle
Two handles to use in a bicycle
LEATHERPRODUCTS
junqueira - saddle/shoulder bag
available colours
name
description
characteristics
w 31 x l11 x h22ref. idc 027
Junqueira it’s a tribute to Junqueira Village.
The Junqueira Bag is very versatile and can be used in the shoulder with a strap or attached to a bicycle with two little handles.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece and the hardware it´s designed for Ideal & Co.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Adjustable removable handle
Two handles to use in a bicycle
One back pocket
LEATHERPRODUCTS
castanhal - folded shopper bag
available colours
name
description
characteristics
w 25 x l8 x h15ref. idc 013
Castanhal it’s a tribute to Castanhal Village.
The Castanhal Shopper allows multiple uses: can be used in the hand or in the shoulder by adding a removable strap. In the shoulder the bag can be folded looking smaller. Can be also used like a backpack by sliding the strap through the hardware in the back. For more security of the content, the Castanhal Shopper closed with a strap in the front.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Adjustable removable handle
One small pocket inside
LEATHERPRODUCTS
alviela - drawing tube
available colours
name
description
characteristics
l10 x h85ref. idc 003
Alviela it’s a tribute to Alviela river.
The Alviela Drawing Tube represents the mastery of the artisans in a singular and functional piece of great beauty.The tops are sewed by hand to guarantee a bigger strength and stability to the cylindrical shape.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Adjustable removable handle with leather shoulder
protection
Tops sewed by hand
LEATHERPRODUCTS
alvados - drawing tube
available colours
name
description
characteristics
l10 x h85ref. idc 003
Alvados it’s a tribute to Alvados Caves.
The minimalism and simplicity of the shape synthesizes the essence of this tube. Made with one single piece of leather wich rolls over itself and easily open and close with a leather strip. The tops are sewed by hand to guarantee a bigger strength and stability to the cylindrical shape.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Adjustable removable handle with leather shoulder
protection
Tops sewed by hand
cottoncanvaswith
leather
valverde- backpack
available colours
name
description
characteristics
w 33 x l17 x h43ref. idc 014
Valverde it’s a tribute to Valverde Village.
Inspired in the necessities of explorers and military the Valverde Backpack, adapts to modern lifestyle. With timeless design, versatile which allows multiple uses. It’s the ideal backpack for whom its constantly traveling around the World or walking around our beautiful Natural Parks.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Selvedge Cotton- Canvas
Water repellent Canvas
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Interior Linning 100% cotton denim
Interior compartment for laptop
cottoncanvaswith
leather
pedreira- backpack
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 015
Pedreira it’s a tribute to Pedreira Village.
It’s a very practical model, excellent for an urban use or for a weekend of adventure. Its main characteristic is it large VWRUDJH�FDSDFLW\��:KLFK�LV�YHU\�ȵH[LEOH�DQG�LWȇV�GHȴQHG�E\�WKH�user, by unrolling the top of the bag to earn extra space. It also has a zip to access the interior without unrolling the top of the bag.The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Selvedge Cotton- Canvas
Water repellent Canvas
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Interior Linning 100% cotton denim
Interior compartment for laptop
w 33 x l17 x h43(rolled) - 61(unrolled)
cottoncanvaswith
leather
alcaide- messenger
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 029
Alcaide it’s a tribute to Alcaide Village.
The Alcaide Messenger is the most practical model to use for work. With 3 compartments in the interior (1 for laptop and 2 for multiple use) it has space for every items. Also have two extra pockets, one in the front and the other in the back. Can be used in the hand; on the shoulder or like a backpack.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Selvedge Cotton- Canvas
Water repellent Canvas
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Interior Linning 100% cotton denim
Interior compartment for laptop
Two interior small compatments
Two outside pockets (front and back)
w 39 x l10 x h31
cottoncanvaswith
leather
arrimal - backpack
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 028
Arrimal it’s a tribute to Arrimal Village.
The Arrimal Backpack it´s synonymous of comfort. With two adjustable shoulder straps and two straps in the IURQW�WKDW�\RX�FDQ�FORVHG�UHJDUGOHVV�WKH�GLHUHQW�YROXPHV�Also have a useful lateral pocket for small items like wallets, keys, etc.
In the interior, the Arrimal Backpack, has three compartments: one for laptop and two for multiple items.
100% Selvedge Cotton- Canvas
Water repellent Canvas
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Interior Linning 100% cotton denim
Interior compartment for laptop
Two interior small compatments
Side zip pocket
w 28 x l10 x h34
cottoncanvaswith
leather
alcaria- bicycle pannier
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 016
Alcaria it’s a tribute to Alcaria Village.
it’s a pannier for bicycles, very practical and versatile. Its easily attached to the bicycle by three straps, as also it could be transformed in a backpack by adding two straps, which you can buy separately.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Cotton- Canvas
Waterproof Canvas
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Interior Linning 100% cotton denim
Interior compartment for laptop
With two extra handles the Alcaria pannier could be
transformed in a backpack.
w 33 x l17 x h38
cottoncanvaswith
leather
fórnea - laptop case
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 017
Fórnea it’s a tribute to Fórnea Village.
It’s a comfortable second skin to carry a laptop. The interior lining cushioned gives an extra protection to your device. The handle makes the transport easier and improves the security.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Cotton- Canvas
Waterproof Canvas
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Interior Linning 100% cotton denim
13” - 15”
cottoncanvaswith
leather
cottoncanvaswith
leather
mendiga - shopper bag
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 025
Mendiga it’s a tribute to Mendiga Village.
Handmade shopper bag, it’s perfect for daily use, shopping, studying and working.With genuine leather straps, have also a large exterior patch pocket and an extra tight pocket inside for small things.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
Double face 100% Cotton fabric
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
One exterior pach pocket
One interior tight pocket
w 40 x h43
alcobertas- messenger
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 030
Alcobertas it’s a tribute to Alcobertas Village.
The Alcobertas Messenger is made in leather and 100% wool felt, produced in a portuguese wool mill with more than 80 years, being perfect to take your personal accessories, laptop, tablet or favourite books.
Inside it have a compartmaent for laptop and a small pocket.
The brand label inside is signed and dated by the craftsman who made the piece.
100% Wool Felt
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
Interior Linning 100% cotton denim
Interior compartment for laptop
w 35 x l9 x h28
woolfelt
with leather
SMALLLEATHER
ITEMS
TANNING PROCESS
VEGETABLE TAN
CHROMIUM TAN
VS
Traditional and Environmental Friendly process
Natural Look
Favours Stiffer leather
Longer tan process
Favours natural colour changing throughout time
Faster tan process
Favours Softer leather
Less chance of loosing colours
Less chance of loosing shape
Chromium tannery wastewater causes less biological oxygen demand, but are non-degradable and toxic to aquatic life.
COWHIDE LAYERS
FLESH
FUR
ABCD
Is the top layer of the hide, stronger and long lasting, exhibiting all the beautiful and natural imperfections. Breathable, will absorb the oils and dust throughout
time developing a beautiful patina that will tell the bag’s story. It’s the more noble and best
layer for bags manufacturing. Naturally,
it’s also the more expensive.
Is the 2nd highest leather grade. It’s
surface is sanded to remove scars and
scratches and later finalized with a
treatment that leaves the leather less
breathable and more colour retainer frustrating the
developing of the natural patina.
The 3rd grade of leather is produced with what remains
when the top leather layers are removed.
Normally, the surface is treated to look like the
better layers but naturally it doesn’t
have the same resistance and quality.
The non noble leather layer. Horizontal fibres
make it weak and favour fast
degradation. Perfect if one wants to use the product only once.
FULL GRAIN TOP GRAIN CORRECTED GRAIN SPLIT
smallleather
items
alvados - smartphone cover
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 018
Alvados it’s a tribute to Alvados Caves.
Made with one single piece of leather sewed in the sides and with rounded edges, this case easily assume the shape of your smartphone. On the front of this model it´s one slot and one pocket to have documents /cards ready to use.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
iphone 4 - 5
smallleather
items
alvados - card wallet
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 019
Alvados it’s a tribute to Alvados Caves.
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100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
w 10 x h8
smallleather
items
alvados - pencil case
available colours
name
description
characteristics
ref. idc 005
Alvados it’s a tribute to Alvados Caves.
The minimalism and simplicity of the shape synthesizes the essence of this tube. Made with one single piece of leather which rolls over itself, we discover the timelessness and beauty of a practical tube, and easily open and close through a strip and a knot. The tops are sewed by hand to guarantee a bigger strength and stability to the cylindrical shape.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
w 22 x l7
smallleather
items
viegas - smartphone cover
available colours
name
description
characteristicsViegas it’s a tribute to Viegas Village.
Made with one single piece of leather sewed in the sides and with rounded edges, this case easily assume the shape of your smartphone.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
ref. idc 009iphone 4 - 5
smallleather
items
viegas - card wallet
available colours
name
description
characteristicsViegas it’s a tribute to Viegas Village.
Very subtle and minimalist Viegas Card Wallet allows the user to carry many things in its pocket. The main pocket could be used to save cards and/ or money leaving them always easy to deliver.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
ref. idc 020w 10 x h7
smallleather
items
viegas - tablet / documents / book case
available colours
name
description
characteristicsViegas it’s a tribute to Viegas Village.
It’s an evolution of the original Alvados Tablet Case. Made with one single piece of leather which folds over itself, it has in the LQWHULRU���GLYLVLRQV�ZLWK�GLHUHQW�GHSWK��D�VPDOO�SRFNHW�IRU�documents and slot for a pencil or pen. You can use only the biggest division to carry your tablet or using both divisions to have a book ready to read.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
ref. idc 008w 27 x h21 (closed)
smallleather
items
viegas - documents case
available colours
name
description
characteristicsViegas it’s a tribute to Viegas Village.
The minimalism and simplicity of the shape synthesizes the essence of this documents case, ideal to save a passport when travelling or other documents of daily use.Made with one single piece of leather wich folds over itself, the leather is sewed to guarantee a bigger strength and stability to the piece.
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
ref. idc 010w 16 x h13 (closed)
smallleather
items
viegas - mouse base
available colours
name
description
characteristicsAlcaria it’s a tribute to Alcaria Village.
With a minimal and pure line, this elegant mouse base gave a bigger comfort to its user. With a soft and tempered touch, it ZLOO�EH�D�SULPRUGLDO�REMHFW�LQ�\RXU�RɝFH�
100% Full Grain leather (calf) from vegetable tan
Leather tanned in Portugal
100% hand crafted in Portugal
ref. idc 012w 20 x h20
colors
graphite - arizona
greengraphite navy
brown - arizona
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