Every month, Street Seen takes a look at the latest fashion and street style, as showcased by the general public. If your outfit involves an item made of real leather and you happen to cross paths with our intrepid raporteurs, you could be featured right here on the Real Leather. Stay Different. website. From trendy Taipei fashion to Parisian chic, if it looks good and involves leather, you’ll be sure to find it here.
Name: Lulu Hsieh
Where was this photo taken: Taipei, Taiwan
Please describe your look: This? I guess this is just what I’d wear on a casual weekend. So casual, really comfy but still showing some personality too.
What brands are you wearing: Right now I’m wearing GU and Miu Miu but I shop all over really.
Taipei fashion inspiration: I love Issey Miyake, and not just for the scents!
Favourite Shop: I always manage to find lovely things available in MUJI.
Passionate about: I love design and music. And of course, spending time with my friends and family.
Playlist/Music currently listening to: My playlist is full of Valentina Ploy and 5SOS’s songs at the moment.
Work: I work as a designer.
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Leather furniture has gained a much bigger fanbase more recently. Not only is the material luxurious and durable, but it is easy to maintain, particularly if messy kids are around!
Spanish tannery Tenerías Omega made history in 2002 by becoming the first to create leather for the International Space Station.
We take a look at some traditional techniques used in the manufacturing of leather
