leather
Hardly the ‘Holy Grail’: Why Fashion Needs to ‘Level Up’ on Plant-Based Leather
Findings from a German study call into question plant-based leather's planet-friendly appeal.
From Leather to Lace, LVMH Puts Premium Materials Up for Resale
The luxury empire debuted a new circular platform that exposes its deadstock fabrics and materials to…
Cactus-Leather Brand Claims Carbon-Negative Status
The label is bringing greater awareness to its range of cactus leather goods, and is doing so by examining…
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What Experts Say About Swapping Animal Leather for Vegan Versions
Plant-based leathers are part of a new frontier for textiles that claim to be less polluting, less resource…
Leather Sourcing Gets a Sustainable Spin
The Sustainable Leather Foundation and the Oeko-Tex Association are working to benefit the global leather…
Is ‘Wine Leather’ the Future of Footwear?
Leather alternatives take inspiration from flora, with grape refuse offering a sustainable spin on an…
30% More Buyers Attended Mexico Footwear Fair and These Trends Caught Their Eye
Sapica organizers noted the return of buyers from the U.S., following a digital-only edition held in October.
Sustainable Startup Turns Cork and Cactus Leather Into Eco-Friendly Insoles
While the Classic Insole's focus is arch support, it also features a deep heel cup in the back for maximum…
Keen Lays Out Step-by-Step Guide for Brands Looking to Eliminate PFCs
The brand released a six-page document with links and contacts to help competitor companies eliminate PFCs…
Fashion for Good Selects Dye and Leather Alternative Startups for Accelerator
U.S.-based natural indigo provider Stony Creek Colors is among the innovative startups joining Fashion for…
Italy’s Mipel Leather Trade Show Retreats Online
As coronavirus infections surge in Italy, organizers move forward with virtual events in lieu of in-person…
Online Searches for ‘Granny Chic’ Clash with Leather and Sheer Trends
Recent data from Trendalytics and Lyst points to consumers' readiness to try new statement fashion this…
Grammy Fashion Serves Eye-Catching Colors and Over-the-Top Outfits
Edited's Avery Faigen highlighted the bold hues of Megan Thee Stallion and Lizzo and avant garde style of…
H&M Is on a Sustainable Materials Spree
Known for fast fashion, H&M is quickly adding to its list of initiatives to support sustainability in the…
Enspire’s Recycled Leather Looks, Feels and Smells Like the Real Thing
The material innovator's leaders weren't interested in making a leather mixed with polymers or one bonded by…