ESKOLA | aubergine rosé

The ESKOLA is our school bag, made for the weight and the rhythm of a full school day. Everything inside has its own designated place: heavy books sit close to the back, lunchbox and water bottle have their own compartment, and there is an extra pocket at the front for small treasures. At around 850 grams, the ESKOLA is pleasantly lightweight, keeping the journey to school comfortable even for small shoulders.

Apart from the magnetic buckles, thread, and straps, the ESKOLA is made from renewable materials: water-repellent organic cotton on the outside, wool felt on the inside, and vegetable-tanned leather on the edges and bottom—exactly where a school bag has to endure the most during daily school life. Our goal is to bring this proportion to 100%. Every ESKOLA is sewn in our studio in Berlin and is built to last throughout primary school, after which it can be easily passed on to younger siblings. Nora originally designed it for her own daughter; today, it is our most well-known piece.

Dimensions: 30 × 17 × 36 cm
Weight: approx. 850 g
Volume: 17 liters

Interior

The interior is divided into three compartments. The rear compartment sits directly against the back, so the weight of books and notebooks is carried close to the body. This compartment is also made of water-repellent organic cotton, providing extra protection for books and notebooks. The main compartment has space for a pencil case, lunchbox, and water bottle. At the front, there is a dedicated pocket for smaller items so they are protected and easy to find.
Inside the flap is a zippered pocket for personal items. The key hangs from a carabiner, and a webbing loop keeps the water bottle upright so nothing tips over or leaks.

Carrying Comfort and Visibility
The back panel and shoulder straps are padded, and the straps are adjustable in length. This ensures the ESKOLA sits comfortably throughout the entire school day. Reflective piping on the edges and on the leather trim at the front ensures that your child is well-seen on dark winter mornings and afternoons.

Buckle
The magnetic FIDLOCK buckles open with a simple downward pull and snap shut almost by themselves. Small hands can manage this entirely without help.
Chest Strap
The ESKOLA fits so well on the back that most children do not need a chest strap. If you would like one anyway, you can simply order it separately, and we will sew it directly onto the bag.

Organic Cotton
The organic cotton is a triple-twisted panama weave, woven and dyed in Germany and Italy. This fabric was originally developed for workwear. It is correspondingly robust and abrasion-resistant, yet feels pleasantly soft. It is impregnated with a PFC-free C0 finish, which causes rain to bead off and contains no harmful chemicals. It is made for everything a school day brings.
Care: It is best to brush off loose dirt while dry. You can also simply shake dust out, just like a pillow. Small stains can usually be removed with a slightly damp microfiber cloth, preferably without soap. For a more thorough cleaning, work a little mild soapy water (a mild shampoo or wool detergent works well) into the fabric with a soft brush and then wipe with clean water. This ensures no soap residue remains in the fabric, which could otherwise leave marks. Dab the bag dry with a towel and let it air dry, keeping some distance from heaters and direct heat.

Wool Felt
The inner lining is wool felt from Italy, made from 75% recycled wool from New Zealand and 25% polyester. It gives the bag its shape, cushions the back, and is breathable. Wool balances heat and cold, keeping the back comfortable.
Care: The felt sits protected inside and does not require any special care. If something does spill, dab the area with a damp cloth and leave the bag open to air dry.

Vegetable-tanned leather
The edges and bottom of the ESKOLA are reinforced with vegetable-tanned leather from Italy. It protects the areas that take the most wear during the school day and becomes more beautiful every year: through touch, light, and use, it develops a patina that deepens over time. Every mark it gathers tells a part of your child’s school life.
Care: Wipe the leather with a slightly damp cloth to remove surface dirt. You can even out water stains or dry areas by rubbing a damp cloth over the spot and the surrounding area. About once a year, the leather appreciates a natural, colorless leather wax or oil to nourish and protect it. Ensure none of it gets onto the fabric, as it may leave stains.

Fittings
The magnetic buckles are from FIDLOCK, and the sliders and carabiners are made of aluminum. They require no special care.
Natural materials change over time. Colors may darken slightly or soften, and that is precisely what shows what your bag is made of.

If your bag is in stock, we will ship it within 5 working days. If it is being made for you, please allow 4 to 6 weeks.
We ship worldwide with DHL. You can find all shipping costs and details on our shipping page.

Do you need it by a specific date? Email us at hello@haenska.com, and we will be happy to see what we can do.