As cowhides are a by-product of the meat and dairy industry, the very act of using leather avoids waste and is a step towards sustainability. But there is more to know than that – from regenerative farming and carbon capture to extending the life of leather goods through repair and refurbishment, you’ll find it all here as we take a look at the fashion industry, the big debates, leather alternatives from plastics to pineapples, and what we mean by slow style.
Almost half of the world’s leather hides, created by our ever-growing demand for fast-food-burgers and milkshakes, are just thrown away every year.
We reveal the truth behind the myths and misinformation about leather and its production, cattle farming and more.
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An independent study funded by the Leather and Hide Council of America (L&HCA) has found that greenhouse gas emissions caused by the use of cattle hides were significantly less than previously stated.
The London-based company, which operates in the UK, Ireland, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Poland, Lithuania and the Netherlands has just launched its latest revamped cinema in Islington, London, making upgrades to leather seating.
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.
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.
Want to gift something artisan this Christmas? Look no further than our round-up of the best leather gifts, from the brands that put sustainability first.
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.
Cate Havstad-Casad, the founder and creator of Oregon-based regenerative accessories brand Range Revolution, is someone who knows that every aspect of the supply chain is crucial when it comes to ethical leather production.
Australian bootmaker R.M. Williams may be a heritage brand that dates back to the 1930s, but its spirit is firmly focused on the future.
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