What's vegetable-tanned (vegetan) leather?Updated 3 months ago
In the world of leather, the transformation from raw hides to usable material is known as "tanning." Vegetable tanning represents a traditional method that distinguishes itself by utilising organic materials, such as tree bark, rather than chemicals. This process not only imparts a charming appearance but also lends the leather a pleasant fragrance and a natural finish.
Our vegetan edition featuring vegetable-tanned leather is meticulously crafted from the finest full-grain leather sourced from the renowned Conceria Walpier, a leather tannery in Tuscany, Italy.
Initially possessing a degree of stiffness when new, vegetable-tanned leather gains flexibility and suppleness over time and with use. As it ages, the leather undergoes a beautiful transformation, developing a distinctive character and patina—where the color may subtly change and darken as natural oils are absorbed into the surface.
It is also worth noting that ana tomy leather planner covers and other goods may exhibit preexisting wrinkles, stains, vein marks, or other distinctive markings. These are natural quirks are the hallmark of genuine leather.
Learn more here: What's faux or and vegan leather?