Leather Types & Materials

What is full-grain leather and why is it the best choice?
Full-grain leather is the strongest and most beautiful type of leather, with an intact grain layer that only grows more beautiful over time. Discover why it's the best choice for a leather...
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What is patina and why does leather get more beautiful over the years?
Patina is the natural ageing process that makes leather more and more beautiful. Discover why vegetable-tanned leather develops...

Why vegetable-tanned leather costs more (and is worth it)
Vegetable-tanned leather costs more than chrome-tanned leather, but gives you a bag that lasts for years, grows more...

Vegetable vs chrome-tanned leather: the difference
What's the difference between vegetable-tanned and chrome-tanned leather? We explain how both processes work, the pros and cons,...

Real leather vs faux leather: how to tell the difference?
Leer je in vijf eenvoudige tests het verschil herkennen tussen genuine leather en kunstleer, zodat je nooit meer...

Leather types explained: the complete guide to choosing the right leather type
Discover everything about leather types: from full grain to nubuck, from vegetable-tanned to chrome-tanned. Learn which leather type...