Ah, your trusty leather backpack. It’s carried your laptop through monsoons, absorbed coffee spills like a martyr, and probably witnessed that one questionable lunch you tried to sneak into a meeting. But let’s be real: right now, it’s looking less "James Bond" and more "lost extra in a zombie movie." Don’t panic! Cleaning it isn’t rocket science—it’s leather science. And no, shoving it in the washing machine (tempting as that may be after Tuesday’s taco incident) is not the solution. Your backpack isn’t a pair of jeans. It’s a diva. A beautiful, expensive, high-maintenance diva. So grab your microfiber cloths and your sense of humor—it’s spa day for your saddlebag soulmate. Step 1: The Dramatic Pause (a.k.a. Preparation) Before you attack that mysterious stain near the zipper (was it hot sauce? Regret? Alien goo?), stop . Leather is like your mood after three consecutive Zoom calls—it reacts poorly to surprise attacks. First, empty every pocket. Yes, every . T...