1974 STATE OF MIND

Where handcrafted leather goods are best known for their off-the-cuff attitude. They possess an independent spirt. Modern, yet vintage infused. Where stories have seeped in, dwelling in each piece of leather before it’s even made into the heirloom it will become. Where quality over quantity reigns. Where the distinctively designed and carefully crafted rise above a sea of mass produced, stamped out patterns. How textures, scars, and markings from the past become the highlight of each piece made today.

Never linear. Never perfect. Never stays the same. 

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"AWESOME is an understatement for her work. 1974 items are handmade with blood, sweat, and love! Every piece is original." – April M.

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"Absolutely exquisite pieces that capture the essence of a time when high-quality items were created with care to last a lifetime. A time when all of the fun and excitement came from purchasing an item with that simple thought in mind. Will I love it forever? Speaking from experience, I promise, yes, you will love 1974 4ever!" – Chelsea W.

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  • 1974 Personalized Leather Experience

    A one-on-one, tailored leather experience designed to help you confidently choose your next bag, wallet, or everyday carry.

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  • The Dakota Leather Ring

    An alternative to metal, The Dakota is a handcrafted leather ring made from reclaimed vegetable-tanned leather.

    Cut, stitched, and finished by hand, it’s designed to be worn daily.

    Explore the Dakota 

  • What is Vegetable Tanned Leather?

    Did you know all 1974 leather goods are made from vegetable-tanned leather? Not to be confused with vegan leather…

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