Hopper Crossbody Saddle Tan Leather

Inspiration Behind the Name:
Grace Hopper—She Developed a New Computer Language 

Setting the scene: It’s 1928. Grace Hopper graduates from Vassar with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and physics. She’s determined to learn more—it’s been this way since she was a little girl. She plans to get her master's and Ph.D. from Yale, and she is certain she can do it. This is just the beginning of Miss Grace Hopper. 

Writing her legacy: At a young age she showed promising and frankly ultra-impressive initiative. She was determined to serve her country in a huge way and joined the United States Navy Reserve. Her insane smarts landed her a role on the Bureau of Ships Computation Project where she eventually suggested the use of a new programming language using English in place of symbols. Naturally, people were hesitant but were curious. This was the beginning of the computer language “COBOL”. Hopper went on to serve in the military and built important systems for 43 years and retired with the rank of Rear Admiral and decorated with countless awards (excuse us while we pick up our jaw from the floor). Even after her retirement, she worked as a consultant to Digital Equipment Corporation aiding on committees, lecturing, and visiting engineering facilities. Her success in a male dominated field deserves a standing ovation. You go Grace! 

Fun fact: she coined the term “debugging” in reference to fixing an issue within a computer when she found an actual moth within the system. 

About Saddle Tan Leather:
Introducing Saddle Tan leather, the first release in our new elevated leather collection. This collection brings a new level of refinement to the R.Riveter styles you love, pairing timeless design with everyday purpose. The sale of every bag supports Threads of Honor, our new nonprofit dedicated to supporting military families and preserving the legacy of service.

Our Saddle Tan leather is made from premium top-grain cow leather with a wax-rich finish. Unlike heavily pigmented or plastic-coated leather, this leather has a softer, more natural surface and greater visual depth. The special wax treatment gives it a rich hand feel, subtle tonal variations and a distinctive character. As the bag is handled and used, the surface gradually develops a natural patina, making each piece slightly unique.

The leather is considered more premium because:

• It retains more of the natural character and grain of the hide.
• The wax finish creates greater color depth and a richer touch than a standard pigment-coated leather.
• Minor surface marks can often be softened by gently rubbing or buffing the leather.
• It develops an attractive patina with use rather than maintaining a flat, artificial-looking surface.

A Note on Leather Care:
Wax-rich leather may occasionally develop a light, cloudy surface appearance known as “wax bloom” as finishing waxes and oils rise to the surface with temperature changes. This natural characteristic can be gently buffed away with a soft, dry cloth.

How to Care for Leather Handbags: 
We love genuine leather because it only gets better with age. With proper care, your Saddle Tan Leather will develop its own unique character while maintaining its timeless appeal.

Learn how to care for your leather handbag.