Carnet Constellations

The Carnet Constellations passport cover is an homage to celestial cartography, rendered in supple full-grain leather. Its midnight-indigo field provides a profound backdrop for a meticulously recreated 19th-century star chart. Here, the precise intersection of right-ascension and declination grids in a subtle dove-grey offers a framework for twelve constellations—Cassiopeia, Cygnus, Lyra, and Pegasus among them—each outlined by a delicate tracery of gold-metallic lines. The effect is one of quiet intellectualism, a map of the heavens presented with scientific rigour rather than mystical interpretation, designed to elevate the everyday act of travel into an experience of understated elegance.

Each Carnet Constellations cover begins its journey as a single piece of premium full-grain leather, meticulously selected for its smooth, yielding texture. The intricate celestial design is then reactively dyed onto both external surfaces, ensuring a deep, lasting saturation that resists fading and wear. This precise process extends to the internal flaps, maintaining a cohesive aesthetic throughout. Hand-finished with exacting care in our Hoboken atelier, every cover undergoes a thorough quality inspection to meet our exacting standards. This made-to-order approach, requiring 7-10 business days for its creation, ensures each piece is a unique expression of craftsmanship, touched by human hands at every stage.

Styling the Carnet Constellations cover suggests a journey of refined taste, perhaps tucked into a handcrafted leather tote alongside a vintage fountain pen and a well-worn leather-bound journal for a transatlantic flight. Its deep indigo and subtle gold accents would complement a cashmere travel shawl in a muted charcoal or a tailored linen suit in an oat milk hue, speaking to an understated luxury that prioritises substance and enduring style. To maintain its pristine condition, simply wipe the leather with a soft, dry cloth after each use and condition every 3 to 6 months with a neutral leather balm. This careful attention will ensure the Carnet Constellations remains a cherished companion for years to come.

• Fabric: Smooth full-grain leather
• Dimensions: Approx. 14 × 20 cm folded
• Production: Made-to-order in 7-10 business days
• Shipping: Tracked and insured parcel service
• Dispatch: From our Hoboken atelier