What is Marcopoloni?

Our goal is to bring people like you, who cherish and appreciate fine artistry, closer to the artisans who create them. Everything we offer is handmade by carefully-selected artisans who pour their love and pride into each piece of work.

Much as Marco Polo brought the Western world in contact with the treasures of the Far East in the late 13th century, Marcopoloni strives to put you in touch with beautiful handmade goods from around the world!

FRECCIA Leather iPad Bag by Dionigi (Video Review)

Daniele reviews the popular FRECCIA Leather iPad Bag by Dionigi.

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Leather Coin Wallet

The Euro leather coin wallet is an outstanding value thanks to its premium quality Italian full-grain leather and craftsmanship. . . . → Read More: Leather Coin Wallet

Reflections on what makes a good gift

In my previous post I talked about how well my friends liked the Aldo leather belt I had gifted to them. They all asked me for an additional one of a different color, exactly what I wished for me.

I suspect that we had a few things in common. Not knowing what their belt . . . → Read More: Reflections on what makes a good gift

A Dionigi Belt is a Great Gift for Him

I gifted the Aldo Italian leather belt to myself and 3 other people. Now we all asked for more. None of my gifts had ever been so popular before! . . . → Read More: A Dionigi Belt is a Great Gift for Him

Why I Love Handmade Italian Leather Bags (Part 3)

When an artisan pours love into an Italian leather briefcase the creation can be awesome. Awesome bags speaks to me. That’s what I love. . . . → Read More: Why I Love Handmade Italian Leather Bags (Part 3)

Did you like your Christmas gifts?

We always welcome customer feedback because that is how we can let our artisans know how they are doing. Dionigi, Campomaggi, and Giudi elicited some interesting feedback as their product were Christmas gift favorites. . . . → Read More: Did you like your Christmas gifts?

Our Christmas Bestseller was the LIRA Italian Leather Wallet

The LIRA Privacy ID Italian Leather Wallet was Marcopoloni’s Christmas bestseller. Surprisingly, our customers picked the Dark Leather version over the black one almost 2 to 1. . . . → Read More: Our Christmas Bestseller was the LIRA Italian Leather Wallet

A new tool to help you find the perfect leather bag!

The Marcopoloni Laptop, iPad, eReader Leather Bag Guide

We created a nifty little table that lists the internal dimensions of all of our computer/iPad/e-reader/netbook-friendly leather bags!

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Polishing my old Affari

Every now and again leather really can use a little rejuvenation. We are very happy with Meltonian Leather Lotion for top grain vegetable tanned leather. . . . → Read More: Polishing my old Affari

My New Belt and Italian Belt Sizes

Last year we decided to start carrying leather belts because both Marco and Vincenzo made some really cool belts. When we placed our first order with Dionigi back in January I had an eye on a belt that would make the perfect replacement for my aging, not-so-cool-anymore, brown dress belt. Unfortunately, when the belts . . . → Read More: My New Belt and Italian Belt Sizes