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Bycast leather is a split leather with a layer of polyurethane applied to the surface and then embossed. Bycast was originally made for the shoe industry and recently was adopted by the furniture industry. The original formula created by Bayer was strong, but expensive. Most of the Bycast used today is very strong and durable product. The result is a slightly stiffer product that is cheaper than top grain leather but has a much more consistent texture and is easier to clean and maintain.

Monogram Limelight African queen emblematic clutch of the Spring summer 2009 show, it combines feminine parisian style with an exotic touch. It is made of Monogram Limelight wool, silk and polyester, silk and viscose lining, natural cowhide trimmings and golden brass pieces. Sizes 13.4″ x 7.1″ x 1.2″. Top is magnetic closure. Inside there is a zipped pocket. It is comfortable to hand carry. Resin and metal pompons, shiny golden brass on wood Louis Vuitton Inventeur plaque, shiny golden brass eyelet detail. $1,530.

The following are not ‘true’ leathers, but contain leather material. Depending on jurisdiction, they may still be labeled as “Genuine Leather.” Bonded leather, or “reconstituted Leather”, is not really a true leather but a man-made material composed of 90% to 100% leather fibers (often scrap from leather tanneries or leather workshops) bonded together with latex binders to create a look and feel similar to that of ‘true’ leather at a fraction of the cost. Bonded leather is not as durable as other leathers, and is recommended for use only if the product will be used infrequently. One example of bonded leather use is in Bible covers.

This feminine Neverfull in Monogram Roses canvas, inspired by late American artist Stephen Sprouse, is ideal for town and travel. Its large format as size of 12.6″ x 11.4″ x 6.7″ can be adjusted, which makes it very practical. It is made of Monogram Roses canvas, textile lining and natural cowhide trimmings and golden brass pieces. Top is hook closure. One inside zippered pocket with a D-ring (for attaching a purse or key holder). Side straps is for changing the capacity of the bag. Can be carried on the shoulder with natural cowhide handles. Inside patch with the Louis Vuitton signature echoing the very first travel items of the House. $1,360.

There are two other descriptions of leather commonly used in specialty products, such as briefcases, wallets, and luggage. Belting leather is a full-grain leather that was originally used in driving pulley belts and other machinery. It is often found on the surface of briefcases, portfolios, and wallets, and can be identified by its thick, firm feel and smooth finish. Belting leather is the only kind of leather used in luxury products that can retain its shape without the need for a separate frame; it is generally a heavy-weight of full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather.  Nappa leather, or Napa leather, is chrome-tanned and is extremely soft and supple and is commonly found in higher quality wallets, toiletry kits, and other personal leather goods.

Rider is a compact shoulder bag from the Cruise collection by Marc Jacobs, that easily goes from city to beach, and carries a Louis Vuitton archive signature. It closes securely with a zipper and padlock, and has a matching leather key bell. Its size is 10.6″ x 12.2″ x 3.9″. It is made of cotton canvas, cotton lining, calf leather trimmings and golden brass pieces. Top is zipper closure and padlock. One inside flat pocket. Can be carried on the shoulder or across the body. The leather key bell is removable. $1,940

Deerskin is one of the toughest leathers, partially due to adaptations to their thorny and thicket filled habitats. Deer skin has been prized in many socitties including indigenous Americans. Most modern deer skin is no longer procured from the wild, with deer farms breeding the animals specifically for the purpose of their skins. Large quantities are still tanned from wild deer hides in historic tanning towns such as Gloversville and Johnstown in upstate New York. Deerskin is used in jackets and overcoats, professional sporting equipment for martial arts such askendo and bogu, as well as high-quality personal accessories like handbags and wallets. It commands a high price due to its relative rarity and proven durability.

Traveller, from the Cruise collection 2009 by Marc Jacobs, is the ultimate 24 hour bag that can easily go from city to beach. It is spacious with a safe zip closure and padlock. The graphic design is inspired by archives dating back to the 1920’s. The size is 20.4″ x 14.1″ x 8.6″. And made of cotton canvas, cotton lining, calf leather trimmings and golden brass pieces. There are two inside flat pockets and one phone pocket. The leather key bell is removable. It is values $2,420.

There are some more less-common leather. Vachetta leather is used in the trimmings of luggages and hanbags, popularized by Louis Vuitton. The leather is left untreated and is therefore susceptible to water and stains. Sunlight will cause the natural leather to darken in shade, called a patina. Slink is leather made from the skin of unborn calves. It is particularly soft, and is valued for use in making gloves. Nubuck is top-grain cattle hide leather that has been sanded or buffed on the grain side, or outside, to give a slight nap of short protein fibers, producing a velvet-like surface.

The Ipanema GM tote is crafted featuring a canvas with a Monogram pattern. The Monogram pattern is inspired by Louis Vuitton archives. Clever pleating gives it a feminine sculpted shape. It is made of cotton canvas, textile lining with archive signature, smooth leather trimmings and golden brass pieces. Top is snap hook closure. Interior there is a flat pocket and a phone pocket. It measures 22″ x 14.1″ x 8.6″. One wallet sized, integrated, water resistant pouch. Can be carried on the shoulder with confortable tapered handles. $1,250.

The International Union of Leather Technologists and Chemist Societies has a glossary of leather terms. Other less-common leathers include:

Buckskin or brained leather is a tanning process that uses animal brains or other fatty materials to alter the leather. The resulting supple, suede-like hide is usually smoked heavily to prevent it from rotting.

Patent leather is leather that has been given a high-gloss finish. The original process was developed in Newark, New Jersey, by inventor Seth Boyden in 1818. Patent leather usually has a plastic coating.

Shagreen is also known as stingray skin/leather. Applications used in furniture production date as far back as the art deco period. The word “shagreen” originated from France and is commonly confused with a shark skin and stingray skin combination.

Featuring a chic and timeless design, the Totally Damier Azur GM city tote is spacious and practical with its functional side pockets. This tote is made of Damier canvas, textile lining and natural cowhide trimmings and golden brass pieces. Top is wide zipper closure. Interior there are three flat pockets. It can be carried on the shoulder with confortable flat straps. This tote with product ID N51263 values $1,100.

Today we still learn some information of the split 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. For example, in one operation, leather finish is applied to one side of the suede, which is then pressed through rollers; these flatten and even out one side of the material, giving it the smooth appearance of full-grain. Latigo is one of the trade names for this product. 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 a true form of suede.

This Monogram Mini Lin bag size is 14.1″ x 13″. It is made of Monogram Mini Lin, textile lining and stitched leather trimmings and golden brass pieces. The top is zipper closure with a leather pull. Inside is D-ring (to attach a pouch or key holder). The strap is adjustable and removable with 5 hole. This cross body besace, Angèle, is chic and elegant with sophisticated details and stitching on leather trimmings. Can also be carried by hand. $1,310.

Today we will have a look at the correced-grain leather, one of the sold leather form. Corrected-grain leather is any top-grain leather that has had its surfaces sanded, buffed or snuffed in order to remove any imperfection on the surface due to insect bites, healed scars or brands. Top-grain leather is often wrongly referred to as corrected-grain. Although corrected-grain leather is made from top-grain, as soon as the surface is corrected in any way, the leather is no longer referred to as top-grain leather. The hides used to create corrected leather are hides of inferior quality that do not meet the high standards for use in creating aniline or semi-aniline leather. The imperfections are corrected and an artificial grain applied. 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.

This bag is ideal for the city dweller, the practical Saumur is made in Monogram Mini Lin cotton and linen canvas and features two spacious compartments held together by a buckle and adjustable strap. This bag is made of Monogram Mini Lin cotton and linen canvas, textile lining and grained calf leather trimmings, golden brass pieces. Two outer side compartments linked by a buckle. This measues 11.8″ x 9″ x 3.5″ bag is $1,170.

In general, leather is sold in three forms: full-grain, corrected-grain and split. Today we will see the full-grain. Full-grain leather or top-grain refers to the upper section of a hide that previously contained the epidermi and hair, but were removed from the hide/skin. Full-grain refers to hides that have not been sanded, buffed or snuffed (otherwise known as corrected) in order to remove imperfections (or natural marks) on the surface of the hide, although is never perfect. The grain remains in its natural state which will allow the best fiber strength, resulting in greater durability. The natural grain also has natural breathability, resulting in greater comfort for clothing. Rather than wearing out, it will develop a natural patina and change in its appearance over time with some cracking and spliting. The finest leather furniture and footwear are made from full-grain leather. For these reasons only the best raw hide are used in order to create full-grain or top-grain leather. Full grain leathers can mainly be bought as two finish types: aniline and semi-aniline.

This Manon PM Platine is sized 12.2″ x 8.3″, and crafted in Monogram Mini canvas, this body friendly shoulder bag is comfortable to use. It features sophisticated details such as leather trimmings, stitching and antique gold for a vintage feel. Top is zipper closure, and can carried on the shoulder with adjustable 3 holes leather strap. It is $925 with product ID M95620 on Louis Vuitton’s offical website.