Accessories trends come and go, particularly when it comes to handbags and shoes – but it’s not so often that the humble belt is the item of the season. It seems that 2024 is officially the year of the belt, however – with everything from statement
At RLSD, we think Walter Reginald is doing great things with leather, as far as sustainability and innovation are concerned, so we spoke to the sisters who run the company, Bianca and Natalie, to find out about the glamorous and not-so-glamorous sides of
In a wide-ranging talk with RLSD, Laurie Busch, automotive leather supplier Pangea’s Global Vice President of Design, discusses the company’s rebrand, and how it has helped shape its future. She also touches on how leather is having to reapply for the job
A family business established in 1989 by Tim Bent, Bentleys is a museum of the beautiful. Like most museums, every artifact tells a story. Unlike most museums, most of the exhibits are for sale.
Think small is where RLSD takes a look at some of the companies around the world that we think are doing the right thing with leather. This is a greenwashing free zone – no matter what they produce, sustainability is at the heart of what they do.
Of all the fashion designers out there making leatherwork their niche, Martina Spetlova is surely one of the most innovative. The Central St Martins alumni is known for her intricately-woven leather jackets made from colourful strips of leather – but
For two weeks in April, Los Angeles is home to the best in music, eccentric crowds, insane brand sponsorships and, of course, mild to wild festival fashion! This 2024 the COACHELLA Valley Music and Arts Festival exceeded expectations, hosting the most famous
Trainers may still be top of the shoe trends in 2024, but sunshine is on the horizon (hopefully) – so it’s officially acceptable to shop for sandal season, we reckon.
French designer Karine Augis has teamed up with painter and photographer Charly Ho to produce an unconventional yet brilliant collection of leather handbags. Karine’s reputation for minimalism and simplicity and CharlyHo’s street art style have made for a
Thankfully, sustainable trainer brands are much more prevalent now than they used to be – but one of the first labels to break through the likes of Adidas and Nike as a mainstream option was Veja, the French sneakers with their signature ‘V’ panel.
It was the Autumn/Winter ’23 runways that signalled a crimson wave was coming for 2024. From Bottega Veneta to Stella McCartney, The Row to Valentino, Gucci, Fendi and Ferragamo, red was declared fashion’s latest ‘it’ shade – which was only further
The 'mid-price' accessories market is one that's booming right now. While the likes of Hermès and Chanel – and their sky-high price points – aren’t going anywhere, demand for quality-made pieces at a more affordable level has increased. Mid-luxury