ESKOLA | life

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

Apart from the magnetic buckles, 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 needs to be most
durable during daily use. Our goal is to bring this proportion to 100%. Every ESKOLA is
sewn in our Berlin studio and is built to last throughout primary school, after which it can be
handed down to younger siblings. Nora originally designed it for her own daughter; today, it is our
best-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 holds pencil cases, lunchboxes, and water bottles. There is a separate pocket in the
front for smaller items to keep them protected and easy to find.
Inside the flap, there is a zippered pocket for personal items. A snap hook holds keys, and a
webbing loop keeps the water bottle upright so nothing tips over or spills.

Comfort and Visibility
The back panel and shoulder straps are padded, and the straps are length-adjustable.
This ensures the ESKOLA remains comfortable all school day long. Reflective piping on the edges
and on the front leather trim ensures that your child is clearly visible on dark winter mornings
and afternoons.

Closure
The magnetic FIDLOCK buckles open with a simple downward pull and snap shut almost on their
own when closing. Even small hands can manage this without help.
Chest strap
The ESKOLA sits 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, 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
appropriately robust and abrasion-resistant while still feeling pleasantly soft. It is treated
with a PFC-free C0 finish that causes rain to bead off and is completely free of harmful
chemicals. It is made for everything that a school day brings.
Care: It is best to brush off loose dirt while dry. You can also simply knock out dust, just like
with a pillow. Small stains can usually be removed with a slightly damp microfiber cloth,
ideally 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
with clean water. This ensures no soap residue remains in the fabric, which could otherwise
leave watermarks. Pat the bag dry with a towel and let it air dry, away 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 regulates temperature, keeping the back feeling pleasant.
Care: The felt sits protected inside and does not need special care. If something does spill,
dab the area with a damp cloth and let the bag air dry while left open.

Vegetable-Tanned Leather
The edges and bottom of the ESKOLA are reinforced with vegetable-tanned leather from Italy.
It protects the areas that receive the most wear during the school day and becomes more
beautiful with each passing year: through touch, light, and use, it develops an increasingly
deeper patina. Every mark it collects tells a story of your child’s school life.
Care: Wipe the leather with a slightly damp cloth to remove surface dirt. You can balance out
water spots or dry areas by rubbing the area and the surrounding surface with a damp
cloth. About once a year, the leather appreciates a natural, colorless leather wax or oil to
nourish and protect it. Make sure none of it gets onto the fabric, as it can leave stains.

Fittings
The magnetic closures are by 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 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 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 certain date? Send us an email at hello@haenska.com, and we will be
happy to see what we can do.