Designed for work, commuting and organized everyday carry, the Hudson Leather Messenger Bag is a structured shoulder bag combining a nubuck leather body with contrasting vegetable tanned leather details.

It features a spacious main compartment, a large exterior front pocket, a protective full-width flap, two leather buckle closures, a comfortable top handle and an adjustable detachable shoulder strap.

The structured construction gives the Hudson a defined rectangular silhouette, while the contrasting vegetable tanned leather straps, handle and attachments reinforce its traditional satchel-inspired design.

The bag can be carried by hand, over the shoulder or crossbody.

Each Hudson is cut, stitched and finished by Vasile and Pavel Vasilache in the Atom Leather atelier in Bucharest, Romania.

Product Details

• Material: Nubuck leather with vegetable tanned leather details

• Color: Grey-brown nubuck with dark brown leather straps and accents

• Construction: Structured rectangular leather body

• Main compartment: Spacious single compartment

• Front storage: Large exterior leather pocket

• Front: Protective full-width leather flap

• Closure: Two leather straps with metal buckles

• Top handle: Reinforced leather carrying handle

• Shoulder strap: Adjustable and detachable leather strap

• Stitching: 0.04 in / 1 mm waxed thread

• Hardware: Brass-tone buckles, swivel hooks and D-rings

• Dimensions: 13 × 10.6 × 3.1 in / 33 × 27 × 8 cm

• Front pocket: 9.8 × 7.9 × 1.2 in / 25 × 20 × 3 cm

• Made in: Bucharest, Romania

• Makers: Vasile and Pavel Vasilache

• Atelier: Atom Leather

Construction

Structured Leather Body

The Hudson combines a nubuck leather body with contrasting vegetable tanned leather straps, handle and attachment points.

The back section is internally reinforced to help the messenger bag retain its shape, while the leather-lined construction gives the interior a finished surface.

The rectangular body provides practical storage without excessive bulk and is complemented by a separate exterior front pocket.

Front Pocket

Separate Exterior Storage

A large leather pocket is positioned on the front of the Hudson beneath the main flap.

The pocket measures approximately:

• Height: 7.9 in / 20 cm

• Width: 9.8 in / 25 cm

• Depth: 1.2 in / 3 cm

It provides separate storage for frequently used items without taking space from the main compartment.

The front pocket can hold items such as:

• Phone

• Wallet

• Keys

• Earbuds

• Cards

• Small notebook

• Charging accessories

• Pens

• Other small personal items

Top Handle

A reinforced leather handle positioned on the top allows the Hudson to be carried by hand.

The handle is attached with metal hardware and finished with contrasting stitching.

Adjustable Shoulder Strap

The Hudson includes an adjustable detachable leather shoulder strap.

The strap is made from substantial vegetable tanned leather and connects to the sides of the bag using metal swivel hooks and D-rings.

It can be adjusted for shoulder or crossbody carry and removed completely when the bag is carried by hand.

Closure

The main flap is secured using two vegetable tanned leather straps with metal buckles.

The long leather straps run across the front of the bag and form an important part of the Hudson’s traditional messenger and field-bag inspired appearance.

Dimensions

• Height: 10.6 in / 27 cm

• Width: 13 in / 33 cm

• Depth: 3.1 in / 8 cm

Front Pocket

• Height: 7.9 in / 20 cm

• Width: 9.8 in / 25 cm

• Depth: 1.2 in / 3 cm

Measurements refer to the main body and exterior pocket of the bag.

Small variations may occur because each bag is made by hand.

Materials & Construction

Main Body

The Hudson is made from nubuck leather, with internal reinforcement where required to help maintain its structured form.

The interior is finished with a pigskin leather lining.

Shoulder Strap

The detachable shoulder strap and contrasting exterior details are made from substantial vegetable tanned leather.

Stitching & Finish

The construction includes:

• 0.04 in / 1 mm waxed thread

• Finished leather edges

• Hand-finished leather details

• Reinforced structural areas

Hardware

The Hudson uses brass-tone metal hardware, including:

• Front closure buckles

• Shoulder strap buckle

• Swivel hooks

• D-rings

Hardware may vary slightly depending on availability while maintaining the same function and overall appearance.

What Fits Inside

The Hudson is designed for work, commuting and everyday items such as:

• Smartphone

• Wallet

• Keys

• Sunglasses

• Notebook

• Documents

• Tablet

• Charging accessories

• Headphones

• Small electronics

• Pens

• Personal items

If you intend to carry a laptop, tablet or another specific device, please compare its actual dimensions with the measurements of the bag before ordering.

About Atom Leather

Leathercraft from Bucharest

Atom Leather is the father and son atelier of Vasile and Pavel Vasilache, based in Bucharest, Romania.

We work with leather using hand stitching, molding, pattern development and leather finishing.

Atom Leather is featured in the Homo Faber Guide.

Leather masks made in our atelier have also appeared twice in the print edition of Dazed magazine.

Each Hudson Messenger Bag is cut, stitched and finished in our Bucharest workshop.

Natural Variations

Nubuck and vegetable tanned leather are natural materials.

Grain, small markings and differences in color and surface appearance vary from one hide to another.

The nubuck body has a naturally varied, matte surface. Changes in the direction of the nap can create lighter or darker areas depending on handling and light.

The vegetable tanned leather straps and details will gradually darken, soften and develop a patina with use.

Small scratches, tonal variations and changes in surface appearance are part of the character of these leathers rather than defects.

Small differences in stitching and finishing are also part of handmade production.

Care

How to Care for Your Hudson Messenger Bag

• Remove loose dust from the nubuck with a soft, clean brush.

• Avoid prolonged exposure to water.

• If the leather becomes wet, allow it to dry naturally at room temperature.

• Keep the bag away from radiators and direct heat.

• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

• Do not use alcohol or household cleaners.

• Use care products specifically designed for nubuck on the main body.

• Use suitable vegetable tanned leather care products on the straps and contrasting details.

• Always test care products on a less visible area first.

• Avoid overloading the front pocket.

• Store the bag in a dry place when not in use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hudson made from real leather?

Yes.

The Hudson combines a nubuck leather body with vegetable tanned leather straps, handle and details.

The interior is finished with pigskin leather lining.

Is the bag structured or soft?

The Hudson is a structured messenger bag.

Internal reinforcement and the rectangular construction help the bag maintain its form, while the leather will gradually become more flexible with use.

How large is the Hudson?

The main body measures approximately:

• 13 in / 33 cm wide

• 10.6 in / 27 cm high

• 3.1 in / 8 cm deep

How large is the front pocket?

The exterior front pocket measures approximately:

• 9.8 in / 25 cm wide

• 7.9 in / 20 cm high

• 1.2 in / 3 cm deep

Does it have an exterior pocket?

Yes.

A large separate exterior pocket is positioned beneath the main flap.

It provides additional storage for smaller everyday items that you want to keep separate from the main compartment.

How does the bag close?

The Hudson has a full-width leather flap secured with two vegetable tanned leather straps and metal buckles.

Can the Hudson be carried by hand?

Yes.

A reinforced leather top handle allows the bag to be carried by hand.

Does it include a shoulder strap?

Yes.

The Hudson includes an adjustable detachable leather shoulder strap.

Can it be worn crossbody?

Yes.

The strap can be adjusted for shoulder or crossbody carry.

Can the shoulder strap be removed?

Yes.

The strap connects to the bag using metal swivel hooks and can be completely detached.

Will my laptop fit?

Please compare the actual dimensions of your laptop with the bag’s 13 × 10.6 × 3.1 in / 33 × 27 × 8 cm exterior dimensions before ordering.

Laptop screen size alone does not determine the complete dimensions of the device.

What fits inside?

The Hudson is designed for work and everyday essentials such as notebooks, documents, a tablet, phone, wallet, keys, charging accessories, headphones and other personal items.

How should I care for the nubuck leather?

Use a soft nubuck brush to remove dust and restore the nap.

Avoid standard leather creams on the nubuck body unless the product is specifically designed for nubuck, as creams and oils can change its color and surface texture.

Will the leather change with use?

Yes.

The nubuck surface will naturally develop variations from handling, while the vegetable tanned leather straps and details will gradually darken and develop a patina.

Will my bag look exactly like the photographs?

The construction and dimensions remain consistent, but leather is a natural material.

Grain, markings, nubuck texture and tonal variation can differ from one hide to another.

Small differences in stitching and finishing are also part of handmade production.

Where is the Hudson made?

Each Hudson Messenger Bag is made by Vasile and Pavel Vasilache in the Atom Leather atelier in Bucharest, Romania.