Reebok Reserve

Classic Leather Cordura joins Reebok Reserve. Designed with strong, durable fabric, it’s the latest addition to a premium collection that represents heritage, quality and possibility. The very best of Reebok as a brand.

Define your look with Reebok Reserve. A premium collection of heritage sneakers.

High end materials, classic details, rare colorways. Reebok Reserve is for admirers of excellence in design.

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Leather Upgrade with Remarkable Innovations

In the 21st Century, leather is trendy in fashion. However, this modern fabric cannot be decently sanitized. Dutch company, Undercolor B.V, is launching Executive Grade's latest leather innovation in partnership with one of the leading tanneries in India. The only leather approved for automatic machine wash with detergent at temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius / 104 Fahrenheit, does not require maintenance, holds extra features, and comes with a three-year warranty.

Leather Upgrade with Remarkable Innovations

In the 21st Century, leather is trendy in fashion. However, this modern fabric cannot be decently sanitized. Dutch company, Undercolor B.V, is launching Executive Grade's latest leather innovation in partnership with one of the leading tanneries in India. The only leather approved for automatic machine wash with detergent at temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius / 104 Fahrenheit, does not require maintenance, holds extra features, and comes with a three-year warranty.

Leather Upgrade with Remarkable Innovations

In the 21st Century, leather is trendy in fashion. However, this modern fabric cannot be decently sanitized. Dutch company, Undercolor B.V, is launching Executive Grade's latest leather innovation in partnership with one of the leading tanneries in India. The only leather approved for automatic machine wash with detergent at temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius / 104 Fahrenheit, does not require maintenance, holds extra features, and comes with a three-year warranty.

Leather Upgrade with Remarkable Innovations

In the 21st Century, leather is trendy in fashion. However, this modern fabric cannot be decently sanitized. Dutch company, Undercolor B.V, is launching Executive Grade's latest leather innovation in partnership with one of the leading tanneries in India. The only leather approved for automatic machine wash with detergent at temperatures up to 40 degrees Celsius / 104 Fahrenheit, does not require maintenance, holds extra features, and comes with a three-year warranty.

Mylo Leather Grown from Mycelium

You know us for pioneering Microsilk™ technology. Now, we bring you Mylo™ – the world’s first commercially available take on modern leather grown from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms.

The Mylo™ Falabella Prototype One, designed by Stella McCartney

Modern Leather Moto Jackets for Elite Clientele

New Luxury Leather Fashion House Launches Premium Line of Moto Jackets for Elite Clientele

White Moto Sheep Skin Leather Jacket with Belt

The classic leather jacket has received a luxe, modern update with the latest collection from exclusive design house, Michael Lombard Modern Moto Jackets. Building upon a style staple, the sumptuous new take on the ubiquitous moto uses only premium 100% calf skin and sheepskin leather and durable metal hardware to craft each meticulously designed outerwear article. It is an innovative collection, tailored towards dressing the elite.

Committed to craftsmanship, every cut, fold and stitch that goes into each ML Moto Jacket is executed to perfection. While the leather jacket has its roots in raw, rugged workwear this premium offering is better suited to high-class events or public appearances where there is a need to dress to impress.

Michael Lombard, CEO and designer said, “There are certain articles in fashion that are quite simply timeless. Alongside the little black dress, the turtle neck sweater and Levi 501s, the leather jacket is simply iconic. In my latest collection I respect its defining features while also creatively pushing the boundaries of what it stands for. I’ve taken the classic and updated it for the modern day. After a painstaking process of hand-sketching many initial designs, striving for perfection, the final collection that is showcased by ML Moto Jackets embodies this mixture of contemporary and classic perfectly, presented through luxury.”

While the visual impact of each ML Moto Jacket is bold, the experience of wearing each sheep or calf skin outerwear creation is nothing but subtle. Produced using sophisticatedly soft hides, these leathers are the highest grade available, providing comfort, longevity and a long-lasting, premium product. 

The range of must-have leather jackets from ML Moto is available for men and women, with a variety of designs and colors to choose from. Alongside the classic ‘moto’ silhouette, a military offering and a longer line coat are just some of the choices given to stylish women, while men enjoy variations on the classic featuring ribbed detailing, additional zips and even a premium western shirt style, each article crafted using the finest quality leather.

About the company:

Michael Lombard Modern Moto Jackets is an exclusive designer brand, renowned for high-end men's and women’s genuine calf and sheep kin leather outerwear. It combines exceptional quality with contemporary design, producing hand-crafted moto jackets and additional styles, providing premium leather for the elite client.

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Primari and Kira Pizzingrilli Australian Fashion Brands

Introducing Primari and Kira Pizzingrilli. 

Both brands are Australian owned and made fashion brands!

Primari focuses on luxurious leather and takes pride in offering effortless and well-crafted basics with modern lines that enhance and compliment a woman's existing wardrobe. 

Kira Pizzingrilli is a Central Coast based women's clothing and textile print designer, set to make her mark in the industry with the launch of her self-titled label. Kira strives to maintain a modern design aesthetic whilst complementing a classic feminine silhouette. Her garments accommodate for a range of women including the more adventurous fashion savvy shopper to those with a more conservative style.

Yes, Austria is making a mark on the world of fashion.

The Leather Dress with Butterflies

The Leather Dress

As seen on the Autumn/Winter 2016 runway, the statement lambskin leather dress from Alexander McQueen features ruched shoulders and is embroidered with the beating wings of golden butterflies.

You can shop for this dress now at the Alexander McQueen website.

PRODUCT CODE: 445344Q5KOZ1082

Black and multicolor lambskin leather dress. A key piece for the AW16 collection, the dress has placed tulle embroidered moth details, a low v-neck front, ruched shoulder and sleeves, finished with a front split.  MATERIAL 100% Lambskin.

See more from Alexander McQueen here on the Fashion Blog.

Types of Leather Grain

If you were thinking, “What leather was used to make my handbag and shoes?”  I am sorry but I obviously can’t answer that question.  In addition to not being invited into your closet, I also don’t have the time to review all of your shoes…  I am not trying to be rude, but you have “way too many handbags & shoes”.   If you are interested in self-educating yourself about leather grains you are welcome to read the following.

Although more categories of leather exist, leather is generally sold in the follow four primary grains (again, more do exist, but this is a good start for your research):

Full-grain leather refers to hides that have not been sanded, buffed, or snuffed (as opposed to top-grain or corrected grain leather) to remove imperfections (or natural marks) on the surface of the hide.  The grain remains allowing the fiber strength and durability. The grain also has breathability, resulting in less moisture from prolonged contact. Rather than wearing out, it develops a patina during its expected useful lifetime. High quality leather footwear are often made from full-grain leather. Full-grain leathers are typically available in two finish types: aniline, semi-aniline.

Top-grain leather (the most common type in high-end leather products) is the second-highest quality. It has had the "split" layer separated away, making it thinner and more pliable than full-grain.  Its surface has been sanded and a finish coat added, which produces a colder, plastic feel with less breathability, and it does not develop a natural patina. It is typically less expensive and has greater stain resistance than full-grain leather if the finish remains unbroken.

Corrected-grain leather is any leather that has had an artificial grain applied to its surface. The hides used to create corrected leather do not meet the standards for use in creating vegetable-tanned or aniline leather. The imperfections are corrected or sanded off, and an artificial grain embossed into the surface and dressed with stain or dyes. Most corrected-grain leather is used to make pigmented leather as the solid pigment helps hide the corrections or imperfections. Corrected grain leathers can mainly be bought as two finish types: semi-aniline and pigmented. (Note: this is not an artificial leather.  This is still leather from an animal, but the grain is artificial.)

Split leather is leather created from the fibrous part of the hide left once the top-grain of the rawhide has been separated from the hide. During the splitting operation, the top-grain and drop split are separated. The drop split can be further split (thickness allowing) into a middle split and a flesh split.  In very thick hides, the middle split can be separated into multiple layers until the thickness prevents further splitting. Split leather then has an artificial layer applied to the surface of the split and is embossed with a leather grain (bycast leather). Splits are also used to create suede. The strongest suedes are usually made from grain splits (that have the grain completely removed) or from the flesh split that has been shaved to the correct thickness. Suede is "fuzzy" on both sides. Manufacturers use a variety of techniques to make suede from full-grain. A reversed suede is a grained leather that has been designed into the leather article with the grain facing away from the visible surface. It is not considered a true suede.

Here is a little more information about bycast leather (which is mentioned in the “Split” leather section above). Bicast leather (also known as bi-cast leather, bycast leather, or PU leather, sometimes described as split leather) is a material made with a split leather backing covered with a layer of polyurethane (hence the term "PU leather") that is applied to the surface and then embossed. Polyurethane PU is an abbreviation in English, commonly known as the main component of polyurethane.  PU leather with polyurethane component of the skin that, it has a light weight, toughness, waterproof, water swelling deformation is not easy, environmentally friendly, wear-resistant, easy care, with a certain air permeability characteristics.

You may also want to learn about Kip leather which is soft and luxurious.  You should also research the option of using fake leather if synthetic is your preference.

Learn about leather manufacturers and fake leather manufacturers in the Apparel Search factory directory.

Learn more about leather from the leather definition.

Above is good information to learn if you are a fashion designer that plans to work with leather clothing manufacturers.  It is important to know as much detail about leather as possible before having discussions with a supplier.  Above is only a small portion of the information that is important to learn about leathers.

You may also have interest in learning How To Identify Genuine Leather, PU Leather and PVC Leather? (article on Ebay)

Thank you for taking the time to read our fashion industry blog post. We hope that you have found this information about leather grain to be helpful. If you have comments or questions, please add your thoughts in the discussion area below.  Hopefully this post helps you the next time you purchase a pair of shoes or a luxury handbag.

Maestley Natural Leather Substitute from Teijin

Teijin Cordley Limited, the Teijin Group's  man-made leather business, announced on April 8, 2016 that it has developed Maestley, a new  high-grade natural leather substitute.  Maestley has equivalent texture and richness to natural leather and other superior attributes.  Sales of Maestley will begin this spring.

Teijin Cordley developed Maestley through innovative developments in fiber selection, non-woven structures, based material density and lamination methods. The company will expand its series of Maestley products by adopting natural leather processing procedures in collaboration with Japanese tanners.

Prices for high-grade natural leathers like calf and kip are rapidly increasing in line with rising demand, while supplies in developed countries are decreasing.  New man-made leather products with superior texture and other attributes are being developed to meet such demand.

Teijin Cordley will expand the Maestley line-up by leveraging the company’s advanced man-made leather production technologies for high-end shoes and bags to improve comfortability and durability as well as breathability and moisture permeability. Teijin will also launch a new series of products developed jointly with tanners in Japan, with a texture and feel equivalent to that of natural leather, deploying the same production processes as those used for natural leather.

About the Teijin Group

Teijin is a technology-driven global group offering advanced solutions in the areas of sustainable transportation, information and electronics, safety and protection, environment and energy, and healthcare.  Its main fields of operation are high-performance fibers such as aramid, carbon fibers & composites, healthcare, films, resin & plastic processing, polyester fibers, products converting and IT. The group has some 150 companies and around 16,000 employees spread out over 20 countries worldwide.  It posted consolidated sales of JPY786.2 billion (USD 6.6 billion) and total assets of JPY 823.7 billion (USD 6.9 billion) in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2015.

Learn more about synthetic leather manufacturers from around the globe.

By the way, are you familiar with the term pleather?  You can find the answer to the question, “What is pleather?” in our apparel industry terms section.

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Karrueche Tran at NYFW

Karrueche Tran was photographed wearing Maya Geller jewelry on February 15, 2016 at NYFW! The actress looked chic and casual wearing the Silver Knuckle Ring at the Vivienne Tam Fall 2016 Fashion Show (Style No. R30; $200).

Not sure who designed the green leather jacket, but that part of the outfit made a statement as well.

Here is a closer look at the Maya Geller knuckle ring.

Karruche Tienetrese Tran professionally known as Karrueche, is an American hip hop model, hip hop artist, fashion designer and actress. She is Vietnamese and her father is Jamaican. She is a native of Los Angeles.

Thank you for taking the time to read our fashion week blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative.  Learn more about other celebrities and fashion designers that attended NYFW February 2016.

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Ruby Rose in Dreamy Black Leather Pants

Ruby Rose was photographed wearing Dream Clothing today in Sydney, Australia!  This is the third time the DJ/actress rocked her Lara Black Leather Pant while out and about ($1,038; www.dreamclothing.com).

You can see Ruby Rose in Trendy Black Leather from our post from last week.

Below is another example of Ruby in her trendy leather pants.

Ruby Rose in Trendy Black Leather

Ruby Rose was photographed wearing Dream Clothing last night in Los Angeles! 

The Orange Is The New Black star looked edgy and cool in her Lara Black Leather Pant ($1,038) and Caroline Black Leather Vest ($726) while celebrating Kendall Jenner's 20th birthday at The Nice Guy (www.dreamclothing.com) 

Here is a closer look at the pants worn by a model.

Below is a fashion model wearing the same leather vest.

Freedom 24 Luxe Leather Collection

Freedom 24 is a luxe, exotic leather collection from Miami, FL. The line is perfect for travel, holiday gift opportunities, and obviously for back-to-school season which is NOW.

Freedom 24 is a unique brand rich with beauty, energy and spirituality. While their product line continues to grow, the current focus is on their handmade bags which are crafted with original paintings, amulets and exotic skins. Their designs come from inspiration and as you'll see, they are conversation starters, functional beauty with a message.


The fusion of Eastern and Western culture is juxtaposed in the materials they use that ultimately become the bags they offer.  From carefully selected amulets, inspired inscriptions and top-grade textiles, every element has been deeply considered. 

Zahyly Heravi is the creator and owner of Freedom 24.

Learn more about Freedom 24 at their website.

Thank you for reading the fashion blog to learn about trendy bags.  We hope that you have found this article to be informative.  If you find any more stylish backpacks or bags that you think should be published here on the Fashion Blog, please write to us to let us know your recommendations.  We are always happy to share information about stylish clothing, footwear, or accessories such as this backpack.

DELIKT Fashion Brand at Capsule Las Vegas

LA-based brand DELIKT is showing for the first time at (capsule) SS16 Las Vegas, August 17-19, 2015, at the Venetian Ballroom, Booth No. 17, 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd.

The brand’s classic collection builds the foundation of DELIKT and will be available for wholesale for the first time. All DELIKT products are designed and crafted in Downtown Los Angeles with only the highest quality materials, including leathers such as soft lamb nappa from Italy and California milled Supima® Cotton dyed with low-impact eco dyes. These materials are used for all of DELIKT’s jersey styles, reflecting the personal and sustainable background of the designers.

Highlights include the “Fight or Flight” Pants, inspired by martial arts uniforms, and the bomber jacket. Lightweight, comfortable and sleek, these pants have a relaxed fit and drawstrings paired with supreme quality twill fabric and tailored cuts. DELIKT’s take on the bomber jacket is complemented with a version made of smooth and thin glove suede lamb leather for a sophisticated yet bold look.

The inspiration behind the DELIKT classic collection is the “gentlemen among
gangsters” like Les Apaches, a Parisian street gang from the belle epoch, and the German Ringvereine. Both very sleek and well dressed on the outside, but somewhat dark and tough on the inside. “I like the idea of secret societies and taking matters into their own hands while following a strict codex to only do good”, says founder and designer Daniel Thies.

DELIKT is available in the U.S. via DELIKT-CLOTHING.COM. Prices range from $85 to $1595.

ABOUT DELIKT

DELIKT, founded by Daniel Thies and Eva Napp in 2015, strives to fill the void in the market of contemporary leather garments with minimalist designs and skillfully made clothes. Designed and made in Downtown LA - a neighborhood renowned for its tailoring since the 1920s. DELIKT embraces the culture of a modern-day “Wild One” Marlon Brando-era. Thies and Napp design for men who want statement outerwear that can transition from day to night with a change of a shirt or jeans.

Learn more about DELIKT premium leather here on the Fashion Blog.

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The Benefits of Having Designer Leather Belts, Purses, & Wallets

The shine and the sheer presence of a designer leather product in our hands adds to the overall appeal of our personality. Not only a fashion statement, but a leather product shows elegance and brings out the sense of power in an individual. In addition to the utility that each leather product provides, it brings out pride for oneself and the confidence to stand up among the crowd of elite class with elan.

Whether it is a designer leather purse, wallet or belt, each product has its own significance and depending on what appeals to you the most, you might be spending lots of time in selecting the best product that you feel best defines your personality. Here are some of the common purposes that these popular items are used for and could make life easier in terms of storing small things.

Designer Leather Wallets

Since the known existence of wallets, their purpose has almost been the same, mainly to keep hold of money and other important items that are needed in our daily activities. Unlike other materials used for the creation of wallets, leather wallets do not have very sharp edges.

The softness and the gentleness of a wallet also makes it very easy to carry them in the pockets as they feel very light. One more advantage of buying a leather wallet is that they come in a number of styles, colors, and sizes, and so you could get the one that best suits your needs.

Designer Leather Purses

This is the best friend of every woman as almost all of them love to flaunt their purses, which has the most necessary things that the woman has to carry. A high quality designer leather purse is the sign of a class and unique culture of a woman. Leather is considered the best material to make a leather purse for women that is light in weight and could carry several things for them. Companies like BeltnBags have admitted that they have witnessed a certain craze for women’s leather purses that they have not notices as much for any other products.

A good leather purse is an accessory that shows off your style and elegance to others. Designer purses have been accepted in fashion and have become a great fashion accessory. The biggest benefit of having a designer leather purse is that they could be paired with almost all kinds of attires. Thus, it is the most sought after accessory for both women and girls who are fashion conscious. Regardless of your age, a good handbag will always add value to your personality and provide a great accessory to store things.

Designer Leather Belts

A designer leather belt could definitely add up to the overall look of a man, though they only form a very small part of the entire attire. These stylish accessories come in various forms, colors, and shapes, along with a variety of buckles that could define you from a casual roadie to a formal businessman. It all depends on the kind of belt that you are choosing and how you are flaunting it.

The main benefit to buy a leather belt is that they are long-lasting and perhaps only if you are causing any damage to it, will it show signs of wearing and tearing. Along with that, the various forms of belts could show your taste and allow you to stand in the crowd of the elite class with flamboyance.

Conclusion:

Irrespective of what you buy in the wide range of designer products available with various designers labels, they will definitely bring out the certain elegance in you and display your personality as the one that has a great taste. With the right selection of various characteristics of the product, you may well create a style statement of your own.

Author Bio:

Daniel Clark is a renowned stylist and has a great taste and knowledge on various leather products. He has worked with BeltnBags as the product advisor and has helped many people know the style that suits them the best.

Adding to our Christmas Fashion Wish List

I know it is still hot outside, but is it too early to put this jacket on our Christmas wish list?

Black calf leather and ivory shearling fur lining jacket. Off centre zipped front, two zipped side pockets and two breast zipped pockets. Shearling collar with buckle detailing.

This Leather Jacket is part of the PRE-AUTUMN WINTER 2015 collection from Alexander Mcqueen.

Just in case you are not sure what to wear with the jacket, you would be wise to select the Broderie Anglaise Mini Dress as pictured above.  It's an Ivory broderie anglaise mini dress with scallop neck and hem. Panelled front detailing with shirt cuff split sleeves.  Also part of the pre-autumn winter 2015 collection.

See more at Alexander McQueen.

Brock Leather Jacket for Men & Women

FUNNEL NECK WIRE LINED COLLAR / BUCKLE CLOSURE AT NECK / ZIPPER AND BUTTON FRONT CLOSURE / ZIPPERED CHEST AND WAIST POCKETS / KNIT RIB SIDE AND UNDERARM FOR SLIM FIT / 50% LEATHER / 50% COTTON

ASYMMETRIC FRONT BUTTON CLOSURE / HIDDEN CENTER FRONT ZIPPER/WIRE COLLAR WITH NECK TAB AND BUCKLE/FRONT ZIPPER POCKETS / SHEEP LEATHER WITH COTTON TWILL / RIB SLEEVES AND SIDE PANEL

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DELIKT Capsule Collection Handcrafted Fine Leathers

de·lict noun [ \di-’likt, dē-\] Law. a misdemeanor; offense. from Latin dēlictum a fault, crime, from dēlinquere to offend; see delinquent, delinquency.

DELIKT debuts a limited-run collection of premium leather jackets and accessories for men. Designed and made in Downtown LA - a neighborhood renown for its tailoring since the 1920s. Launched only this year by Hamburg-transplants Daniel Thies and Eva Napp, DELIKT embraces the culture of a modern-day “Wild One”-era Marlon Brando. Thies and Napp design for men who want statement outerwear that can transition from day to night with a change of a shirt or jeans.

DELIKT’s collection’s highlight include a lightweight Bomber Blouson constructed with LA ‘s temperate nights in mind and a Ribbed Racer classic motorcycle jacket along with a weekender bag and backpack.

DELIKT combines German attention to detail with American craftsmanship and durability. All good things require time, care and patience.  Carefully sourced materials, experienced tailors and limited runs are key factors in creating locally produced, premium handmade leather jackets and accessories – addressing the need for consistent performance and unique craftsmanship. All DELIKT products are manufactured in Downtown Los Angeles with only the highest quality leathers such as soft lamb nappa from Italy. California milled Supima® Cotton is dyed with low-impact eco dyes and used for all their jersey styles, reflecting the personal and sustainable background of the designers.

DELIKT is available in the U.S. via DELIKT-CLOTHING.COM. Prices range from $79.00 to $1,1950.

DELIKT Founders Daniel Thies and Eva Napp both from Hamburg, Germany moved to Los Angeles in 2013 to launch DELIKT because of the city’s global reputation for high-quality and accessible garment manufacturing. DELIKT strives to fill the void in the market of contemporary leather garments, where minimalist designs and skillfully made clothes meet today’s highest expectations.

Thank you for taking the time to read our fashion blog post. We hope that you have found this news to be informative. If you have comments or questions, please add your thoughts in the discussion area below.