ESKOLA | goth undercover

The ESKOLA is our school bag, made for the weight and 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 in the front for little treasures. Weighing around 850 grams, the ESKOLA is pleasantly light, ensuring the walk to school remains comfortable even for small shoulders.

Apart from the magnetic closures, thread, and straps, the ESKOLA is made from renewable raw 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 and then be 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 notebooks and books. The main compartment has space for a pencil case, lunchbox, and water bottle. In the front, there is a dedicated pocket for smaller items, keeping them protected and easy to find quickly.
Inside the flap, there is a zippered pocket for personal items. The key hangs on a snap hook, and a webbing loop keeps the water bottle upright so nothing tips over or leaks.

Comfort and visibility
The back panel and shoulder straps are padded, and the straps are adjustable in length. This ensures the ESKOLA sits comfortably all day long. Reflective piping on the edges and on the leather trim at the front ensures your child is clearly visible on dark winter mornings and afternoons.

Closure
The magnetic FIDLOCK closures open with a simple downward pull and snap shut almost by themselves. Small hands can manage this without any help.
Chest strap
The ESKOLA sits so well on the back that most children do not need a chest strap. If you would still like one, you can simply order it, 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. Originally, this fabric was developed for workwear. It is correspondingly robust and abrasion-resistant, yet feels pleasantly soft. It is impregnated with a PFC-free C0 finish, which makes rain bead off and requires 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 out dust, just like a cushion. Small stains can usually be removed with a slightly damp microfiber cloth, preferably without soap. For a more thorough cleaning, work some mild soapy water (a mild shampoo or wool detergent works well) into the fabric with a soft brush and then wipe it with clean water. This prevents soap residue from remaining in the fabric, which could otherwise leave marks. Dab the bag dry with a towel and let it air dry, away from radiators and direct heat.

Wool felt
The inner lining is wool felt from Italy, made of 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, so it stays comfortable against the back.
Care: The felt is protected on the inside and requires no special care. If something does spill, dab the area with a damp cloth and let the bag air dry while open.

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 daily school life and becomes more beautiful with every passing year: through touch, light, and use, it develops an increasingly deep patina. Every mark it gathers tells a story of your child's school life.
Care: Wipe the leather with a slightly damp cloth to remove surface dirt. You can even out water spots or dry areas by rubbing the damp cloth over the spot and the surrounding surface. About once a year, the leather appreciates a natural, colorless leather wax or oil to nourish and protect it. Ensure that none of it gets on the fabric, as it can leave stains.

Fittings
The magnetic closures are from FIDLOCK, and the sliders and snap hooks are made of aluminum. They do not require any special care.
Natural materials change over time. Colors may darken slightly or become softer, and that is exactly where it shows what your bag is made of.

If your bag is in stock, we will ship it within 5 business days. If it is being made to order for you, please allow 4 to 6 weeks.
We ship worldwide with DHL. All shipping costs and details can be found 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.