Leather is one of the fashion designers’ favourite materials. No two pieces of leather are the same. Tanning has always been a very special art. It is one of mankind’s oldest craft skills.
Like a second skin
Leather has served mankind as a second skin from time immemorial. It absorbs moisture produced by the body, while protecting it from external wetness. Leather is naturally-breathing, hard-wearing, tear-resistant and very long-lasting. It must be the only material that becomes more charming and appealing the older it gets.
Leather comes in two basic forms: smooth (full-grain), often referred to simply as “leather”, and suede, which has a more silkly texture. This natural product is extremely comfortable, making it a fashion favourite for both summer and winter wear. Please bear in mind that leather stretches a little when worn. This means that leather trousers should be very close-fitting when you first put them on.
Elégance uses a variety of the very highest-quality leathers for coats, jackets, waistcoats, shirts, skirts, trousers – and of course for footwear and belts.
Nappa calfskin
one of the most popular forms of leather – light and luxurious.
Suede calfskin
captivatingly soft, with a delicate brushed texture.
Patent leather
lacquered, high-gloss leather that’s also waterproof.
Nappa lambskin
a soft, smooth leather, ideal for elegant fashions.
Nubuck
leather that has been buffed on the grain (outer) side to create a suede-like texture.
Nappa cowhide
a heavy leather that comes in large pieces.
Suede cowhide
with its characteristic irregular, long-fibre surface. Very hard-wearing.
Suede goatskin
with a particularly silky texture.
