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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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. What makes
If you’re on the hunt for sustainable last-minute Christmas gifts, look no further. For the leather lovers out there, investing in well-made pieces that have been responsibly sourced should be a no-brainer – but unfortunately, many mainstream retailers
The Real Leather. Stay Different. Student Design Competitions provide great opportunities for the winners. This month, our 2024 winners, and 2023 alumnus Ana Del Rio, had the chance of a lifetime. They visited one of Europe’s most respected and finest
The second Real Leather. Stay Different. Africa Talent Leather Design Showcase was the hit of the Africa Sourcing and Fashion Week in Addis Ababa, Kenya. The 14 finalists showed off their designs, each highlighting the versatility and sustainability of
A family business established in 1989 by Tim Bent, Bentleys antique leather shop is a collection of beautiful objects reminiscent of a museum. Unlike a museum, everything is for sale, and we’ll be featuring one of these objects each month. You can read more
Bentley Motors has become the first automotive member of Leather Naturally, a non-governmental organisation which, like us, is dedicated to promoting the use of certified, properly-sourced leather as a natural by-product.
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.
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