S+H Journal

The third part in our 3-part leather series takes us to our last category of leather: Saffiano.  Saffiano leather was developed in Italy and patented by Prada. It is defined by using the highest quality of calf leather tanned with...
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What do you call leather when it isn't leather?  Part 2 of our part 3-series continues.  Companies use the term 'leather' to describe products that aren't real leather.  This can be misleading and very confusing for you as the consumer...
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Leather, leather everywhere and NONE of it's the same. Part 1 of a 3-part series, the case for leather will be explored. There is nothing as beautiful as well curated leather but lately, leather has been getting a bad rap....
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A long-delayed trip to New York City was better than could be imagined. Tons of people, lots of energy, plenty of stores and restaurants open, and beautiful color everywhere! Swatzell + Heilig has their handbag production in New York, and...
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"As we move into a world of unprecedented change, the selection of Pantone 17-3938 Very Peri brings a novel perspective and vision of the trusted and beloved blue color family, encompassing the qualities of the blues, yet at the same...
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