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Model wearing white backpack style bag
Woman swinging the birch white backpack with light brown straps, meanwhile logo, and a blue decorative scarf.
A woman holding the birch white bag with tan straps and the meanwhile logo decorated with a blue scarf.
Birch White Leather Backpack
Birch White Leather Bag Comparison
White birch leather convertible backpack sitting in the sand on a beach
White birch leather convertible backpack on a wooden chair in a cafe
Model wearing white backpack style bag
Woman swinging the birch white backpack with light brown straps, meanwhile logo, and a blue decorative scarf.
A woman holding the birch white bag with tan straps and the meanwhile logo decorated with a blue scarf.
Birch White Leather Backpack
Birch White Leather Bag Comparison
White birch leather convertible backpack sitting in the sand on a beach
White birch leather convertible backpack on a wooden chair in a cafe

Birch White Leather Original Backpack

Regular price $375.00
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The Original Meanwhile Backpack is perfectly suited to carry your laptop, books, or use it as a chic diaper bag- not to mention it's your go-to travel companion. This adaptable bag comes with adjustable/removable backpack straps and hand tote top straps.

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Adding the removable leather Shoulder Strap for $35 makes this bag oh-so-easy to carry 3 ways! View add-on options in cart.



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Leather Collection: Birch White

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About Birch White
Care & Cleaning

Your bag is proudly made in Lynchburg, Virginia using the finest materials in the world.

  • 12”L x 14”H x 5”W x Top Length 15.5"
  • 4.5 ” tote handle drop
  • Crafted with Birch White leather* that with time will develop a perfect vintage worn-in look (see images)
  • Removable backpack straps and top handles crafted with Vachetta Leather**
  • Interior hanging pocket and key clip
  • Solid brass hardware
  • Pinstripe fabric lining
  • Made in the USA
  • Featuring the Meanwhile Rooster Logo***

*Our Italian Vegetable Tanned Birch Leathers are crafted from Tuscan shoulder hides and tanned and hand distressed using an ancient hand-processing technique. It is untreated, warm, strong and personal. No two bags are the same, each marking is a memory that enriches the personality of your bag. The color variations and textured feel on our Birch leather is a uniquely a beautiful aesthetic that in no way changes the integrity of the leather. 

**Natural Vachetta Leather. Created in a 150 year old U.S. Tannery using ancient hand processing techniques and vegetable extracts. With regular use, your straps will become soft and age gracefully, developing a rich patina and distinctive character.

***The Meanwhile Rooster Logo is made of a natural leather that will darken and develop a rich patina with wear 

A uniquely beautiful and ever-evolving leather, Birch White Leather is distressed using an ancient hand-processing technique. No two bags are the same, the color variations and textured feel enrich the personality of each bag. As you use your Birch Leather, it will darken and flake giving it an amazing vintage feel that in no way changes the integrity of the leather.

Birch White Aging
Birch White Aging

You have chosen to purchase this bag which is made out of natural leather or wax canvas that will wear in and not out.

TAKING CARE OF YOUR LEATHER
Real, natural leather will take on a unique character over time, slowly developing a patina, and taking on the life of the user. If you get an undesired scratch on your leather, rub it out with the heat of your hand to shift the oils and cover the scratch. If you would like to condition your leather, we recommend using Tad Coffin leather conditioner sold on our website.

WANT TO FRESHEN UP YOUR WAX CANVAS BAG?
Scratches in wax canvas can be removed/smoothed out by using the heat of a blow dryer (approx 6” away). The heat brings the waxes to the surface, evening out the color and refreshing the look of your bag.

CLEANING WAX CANVAS & LEATHER
Less is more when it comes to cleaning your leather bag or canvas bag. Simply blot the undesired spot immediately with a dry white cloth to absorb the moisture. Avoid rubbing. If needed, mix mild dish soap with water (3:1 ratio) to blot the area. Keep in mind, the stain will look its worst on the day of the incident, but over time, the stain will disperse through the protein fibers and become part of the beautiful worn in look.

PLEASE NOTE: We are not responsible for color transfer onto your wax or leather bag (including any color that might rub off from your jeans, clothing or any fabric). Please, be careful!

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