The Elevia Journal

Brown crocodile leather cardholder by Elevia by Nico
How a Cardholder Is Made: Inside Our European Workshop
Nothing at Elevia is made from stock. Every piece is made after you order it. Read more...
Python Black cardholder and money clip set
The Best Gifts in Exotic Leather, for Both Him and Her
A good gift is personal, lasting and not something they would buy for themselves. A crocodile or python leather accessory is all three, and it suits anyone. Read more...
Emerald crocodile leather cardholder by Elevia by Nico
Is Crocodile Leather Worth It? What You Pay For
Crocodile leather costs more than cowhide, and it should. The question is whether you get something in return. Read more...
Croco Brown cardholder and money clip set
Cardholder or Money Clip? How to Choose
Both replace a bulky wallet. They solve slightly different problems. Read more...
Taupe crocodile leather cardholder by Elevia by Nico
How to Care for a Crocodile or Python Leather Cardholder
Exotic leather is durable, and it needs very little care. A few habits keep it looking its best for years. Read more...
Black python leather cardholder by Elevia by Nico
Crocodile vs Python Leather: Which One Should You Choose?
Both are exotic, both are rare, and both look unlike anything cowhide can imitate. The difference is in the character. Read more...
Burgundy crocodile leather cardholder by Elevia by Nico
What Is CITES and How Do You Know Your Crocodile Leather Is Legal?
Buying a crocodile or python leather accessory raises a fair question: is it legal? The answer sits in four letters, CITES. Read more...
Black crocodile leather cardholder by Elevia by Nico
Exotic Leather vs Classic Leather: What's the Real Difference?
Most leather accessories start as one of hundreds of identical cuts of cowhide. Exotic leather starts with a hide that is rarer and impossible to repeat. Read more...