Extreme stress test: the bag that endured 365 days of Milanese life

When we say that our bags are made to last, we are not making a simple advertising slogan. We decided to put one of our creations to the test by subjecting it to the toughest test that exists: a year of Milanese life. And by "Milanese life" we mean the real one, the one that puts any accessory to the test.

The Testing Protocol (or, as it were, Real Life)

No sterile labs, no controlled conditions. Our bag has faced:

• 247 trips to catch the tram (73 of which with a run-up)
• 182 aperitifs (with relative Spritz sketches)
• 52 Weekend Getaways (Cramped Into Already Overfilled Suitcases)
• 365 days of subway (and we all know what that means)
• 4 seasons in Milan (from African heat to thick fog)
  

The hardest tests

The Subway Test

The red line during rush hour is a stress test that even the most sophisticated quality control labs cannot replicate. Our bag has endured:

• Canned Sardine Compressions
• Rubbing against coats, trolleys and backpacks
• Frantic opening and closing in search of the phone
  

The Aperitif Test

Milanese aperitifs are a fearsome test:

• Glasses leaning precariously
• Rolling Olives
• Spritz that overflow
• Hands greasy from chips and bruschetta

Our leather has demonstrated exceptional stain resistance and surprising ease of cleaning.

The Weekend Test

From Lake Como to getaways in Liguria or Tuscany, the bag was:

• Squeezed into already overfilled trunks
• Exposed to sand and salt
• Used as an improvised beach bag
  

The Surprising Results

After 365 days of field testing, here's what we observed:

The Skin

• It has developed a natural patina that makes it even more beautiful
• Shows no signs of structural wear
• Maintains its original shape

The Seams

• No surrender
• Perfect hold even in the most stressed areas
• Maintaining the original alignment

The Metal Accessories

• Zero oxidation
• Locking mechanisms work perfectly
• Maintaining the original clarity

Why These Results Matter

Milanese life is probably one of the most severe tests a bag can be subjected to. If an accessory survives:

• Subway Rides
• Crowded aperitifs
• Drastic seasonal changes
• Impromptu weekends

Then it can really survive anything.

The Secret of the Resistance

The extraordinary resistance of our bags is not a coincidence, but the result of:

• Careful selection of the best Italian leathers
• Handcrafted in our workshops in the Marche region
• Strict quality controls on each piece
• Reinforced traditional sewing techniques
  
• Periodic maintenance with specific cream/balm for leather

Not Just a Bag, but a Lifetime Companion

This "field" test has demonstrated what we at Pelle Nuda Milano have always maintained: a well-made bag is not just an accessory, but a life companion designed to last over time. And if it can survive a year of Milanese life, it can survive anything.

Want to try one of our bags? Come visit us in our showroom in Corso di Porta Romana 128 in Milan or visit our e-commerce.