Leather has been used for its function and its fashion for millennia.
Researchers have found evidence of leather-working tools made by Neanderthals dating back over 40,000 years, as reported inNature.
Clearly, the material has been a mainstay for eons, and it’s not hard to understand why.
However, leather isn’t without its problems.
This has helped give rise to vegan leather, althoughthe sustainability of vegan leathercan also be complicated.
There are somevegan leathers made from things like mushrooms, but they’re not as ubiquitous.
Luckily, there are more options.
“Leather has a relatively low carbon footprint per use due to its long lifespan,” Stockamp said.
Meaning, you should checkmicro-trendsoff your list when it comes to leather goods.
Like anything, leather can be an unacceptable raw material."
Themission of LWGincludes providing “a globally recognized certification standard representing responsible leather sourcing.”
It’s not, however, specific to leather goods.
An additional aspect of leather and sustainability is how and where the animals were raised.
Look for a commitment to transparency regarding how the leather was sourced and made.
