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Sustainability a Hot Topic at Lineapelle
The three-day leather trade show Lineapelle closed here on Sept. 22.
LVMH Métiers d’Art Takes Stakes in Heng Long Italy, Robans
Investment in the tannery and leather clothing manufacturer is intended to strengthen its supply chain.
‘Slay’ Film Focuses on Animal Welfare, Environmental Impacts of Fashion Supply Chains
Director Rebecca Cappelli's documentary traces deforestation in Brazil to tanneries in Italy, examines the…
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The Italian luxury company has acquired a minority interest in Superior, based in Santa Croce Sull'Arno.
First Look at Sotheby’s, So-Le Studio’s ‘High-Concept’ Upcycled Leather Collection
The high-concept upcycled collection from So-Le Studio and Sotheby's is made from leather discards.
EXCLUSIVE: Gaucho Buenos Aires Ready to Take World Stage, Starting in Miami
The Argentinian luxury lifestyle brand opens its first store, with plans to expand globally.
Can Biotech Evade Higg’s Fiber Sustainability Score Controversy?
Criticism of material sustainability scores continues in fashion with added nuance amid innovative strides.
Poltrona Frau Marks 110th Anniversary With New Approach to Leather
New sustainable solutions will drive the next chapter of the Italian furniture company, which is enhancing…
IoDF’s Design Competition Spotlights ‘Real Leather,’ Biofabricate Summit: Short Takes
This week in sustainability: biofabrications, real leather get the spotlight in industry events and design…
The Mighty Company Launches Colorblock Collection
Los Angeles-based fashion label The Mighty Company has released its latest collection of statement…
Fall 2022 Trend: Head to Toe Leather
For fall, head-to-toe (alternative and real) leather layers dominated the runways and contemporary markets.
Vivobarefoot, Pangaia Place Bets on Ecovative’s Mycelium Foam
Vivobarefoot and Pangaia will join Ecovative's Fashion for Good Cooperative to test and develop mycelium…
Tanneries Aim for Recovery Amid Geopolitical Instability, Business Hangover
The rebound-fostered upbeat mood at the Lineapelle trade fair was wrenched by news of the Russian invasion of…
Lululemon’s Mushroom Bags Are Here
The bags are just part of the retailer's larger product and category expansion plans.
Tapestry Unveils Regenerative Leather Goals and Coach’s (Re)Loved Apprenticeship
Tapestry's stable of brands, including Coach, announced sustainability efforts aligned with leather legacy.