The Bindery Blog

Here at Pad & Quill, we love to pair classic techniques with a modern sensibility. Nothing quite masters that combination as the bow tie. The bow tie has a long, storied history. Fashion mavens, political leaders, and comedians have all sported it. Today, bow ties are mainly worn on formal occasions. However, in the past decade bow ties for everyday wear, have seen a rise in popularity. It's a great way to elevate your look and stand out amongst the crowd.

This past year was a huge year for Apple. They launched their followup to the tremendous iPhone X, a new Apple Watch, and a whole new lineup of iPad Pros. However, we saw some growing pains along with that growth. Stocks faltered, and they missed predicted sales. As Apple rounds out their year, we're left wondering... What's next?

Pad & Quill is all about bringing together the best of the old with the best of the new. Whether it's updated classic designs, old-world craftsmanship on new-fangled products, or even the best of enduring styles that have endured for decades like being able to tie a Windsor knot. There are literally hundreds of ways to wear a tie. New styles, materials, and trends are cropping up constantly. Yet, one style has endured, the Windsor. An iconic classic, worn by infantries and businessmen alike for nearly a century. Why and how did this become the penultimate fashion statement?

The new iPad Pro 11 and 12.9 are the most powerful, advanced iPads ever. Their all-screen display, magnetic pairing with the Apple Pencil, and the lightning-fast A12X Bionic Chip. They're incredibly competent. How do you know if you're unlocking their full potential?

People are so curious to know how the iPhone XR stacks up against other generations. It's a great iPhone and we know you've got questions. The new XR has tons of features, and not all of them are easy to find! Here is everything you need to know about the iPhone XR.

We're all about the art of quality here at Pad & Quill, and that shows in our Customer Service Team. They are incredibly hardworking and available by phone, chat, and via email. You can chat with us about pretty much anything. We love leather, the art of crafting, and making people smile. Not many people get to say that they get to help spread joy to people for a living, but we are the lucky few!

Your bag makes a statement, what do you want to say with it? If you're wanting to tell the world you cherish kindness over coldness, quality over quantity, and hard work above all else;  we made this bag for you. It's you we had in mind when we set out to design the Luxury Briefcase, a classic silhouette that will keep pace with modern needs. Durable, artisan-made, and chock full of storage, our resulting design will carry over from work to play with grace.

This bag is the essence of understated quality. It's meant to travel from the boardroom to the dock without any fuss. In fact, Luxury Briefcase is built stronger and better than any other bag out there. With our comprehensive 25-year warranty, it's here to grow along with you and will become an integral icon to your career. Nothing is quite like it, and here are just a few reasons why the Luxury Briefcase is unparalleled...

John Muir said it best when he said, "Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt." We had this sagacity in mind when designing our bags, cases, and accessories. They excel in any condition. From mountaineering to jet-setting, full-grain leather will take care of you while you explore. Winter is a great time to nourish and care for your leather, here's how to maintain your prized full-grain leather.

Traveling carry-on only is both liberating and enlightening. No waiting for your luggage praying to the turnstile that your bag isn't lost, no lugging around unwieldy heavy objects through city streets, and lots of jealous looks as you breeze right out the door and straight into your next adventure. Sure, you might think you'll need tons of luggage for a trip... but you don't. How many times have you stuffed your entire wardrobe into your suitcase only to wear your handful of favorite items? Hectic travel mornings are a lot easier when you don't have to sift through dozens of shirts intermingled with socks, tangled with tech, and travel detritus. Embrace simplicity and find out how to streamline your packing into one carryon bag!

If your wallet looks like a Seinfeld punchline, then it's time to upgrade. Not only does it quite literally hold your identity, but a wallet speaks to your character. Make sure you're sending out the right message with the right wallet.