by Leather | Leather Skirts |
Are you thinking about buying a leather skirt? Leather skirts have become increasingly popular in recent years. Like all skirts, they consist of a lower-body garment that’s worn in conjunction with a separate shirt or top. Leather skirts are simply characterized by their leather construction. Even if you’re familiar with them, though, you may have some questions about leather skirts. How Long Are Leather Skirts? Leather skirts are available in a variety of lengths. Some of them are short, whereas others are long. Generally speaking, most leather skirts can be categorized as either mini, midi or maxi. Mini leather skirts are the shortest. Maxi leather skirts are the longest. Midi leather skirts fall somewhere between mini and maxi. Regardless, you can find leather skirts in a variety of lengths. Are Leather Skirts Flattering? While there are many different types of leather skirts, most of them are, in fact, flattering. Leather is a form-fitting material. Leather skirts won’t hang from your lower body. Rather, they’ll hug and contour to the shape of your body. Skirts made of other materials may or may not be flattering. Skirts that hang from your body are often unflattering. You can avoid this fashion faux pas by choosing a leather skirt. What Is a Bonded Leather Skirt? When shopping for a leather skirt, you may come across the term “bonded leather.” Not all leather skirts are made of the same type of leather. Some leather skirts are made entirely of real leather. Blended leather skirts, however, are typically made of both real leather and artificial leather. They contain a mixture of both types of leather....
by Leather | Leather Jackets |
Are you planning to buy a leather long coat? As the name suggests, leather long coats are characterized by a long length and a leather construction. They are longer than traditional coats and jackets, and they are made exclusively of leather. While all leather long coats share these qualities, though, they are available in many different types. You can choose the right leather long coat by looking for several essential features. #1) Knee-High Length You should look for a knee-high length or longer when choosing a leather long coat. Leather long coats, of course, are characterized by a long length. Some of them extend to the knees when worn, whereas others extend to the calves when worn. Coats and jackets that only extend to the waist when worn aren’t classified as long coats. You can still wear them, but they won’t have the same impact on your appearance as a long coat. Therefore, you should look for a knee-high length or longer when choosing a leather long coat. #2) Built-In Belt Some leather long coats have a built-in belt. The Leather Long Coat #204 sold here at LeatherCult, for instance, features a stylish belt built into it. Instead of purchasing a separate belt to accessorize it with, you can use the built-in belt. You can still wear a belt with a leather long coat, regardless of whether it has a built-in belt. Even if a leather long coat doesn’t have a built-in belt, it may support a belt. There are leather long coats with belt loops. Running a separate belt through these loops will allow you to accessorize them...
by Leather | Leather Dresses |
Leather dresses are a popular choice of women’s apparel. They are stylish, comfortable and long-lasting. Not all leather dresses, however, are made of the same material. While some of them are made of napa leather, others are made of suede leather. What is a suede leather dress exactly? Overview Suede Leather Dresses Suede leather dresses are characterized by their use of suede leather. They look like ordinary leather dresses. Most of them feature a top with a built-in skirt. Suede leather dresses are simply made of suede leather. How Suede Leather Dresses Differ From Other Leather Dresses Leather dresses can be categorized according to the type of leather from which they are made. Suede leather dresses are made of suede leather, whereas other leather dresses are made of alternative types of leather, such as napa leather. If you’ve ever felt a suede leather dress before, you may recall it being fuzzy. Suede leather has a fuzzy texture that’s not found in other types of leather. This is because it’s a type of split leather. Suede leather consists of the innermost layer of an animal hide, which is turned upside down. The napped side of the hide is then exposed, resulting in a fuzzy texture. Suede leather dresses are made of suede leather, so they feature a fuzzy texture. In addition to featuring a fuzzy texture, suede leather is somewhat thin. It’s thinner than other types of leather. All suede leather is made of an animal hide. Some manufacturers use deer hide, whereas others use of cow or goat hide to produce suede leather. Regardless, manufacturers use the innermost layer...
by Leather | Leather Pants |
Fringe leather pants are on the rise. They are characterized by the use of fringe. Fringe leather pants are still made of real leather, but they are distinguished from other types of leather pants by their use of fringe. You can make a strong fashion statement by upgrading your outfits with fringe leather pants. What Are Fringe Leather Pants? Fringe leather pants are full-length leather trousers that feature fringe on the pant legs. Both the left and right pant legs feature fringe. You can find fringe leather pants in different colors, cuts and styles. Regardless, they are all made of leather, and they all feature fringe. Fringe refers to sections or bundles of loose-hanging material. It’s not limited to clothing. In addition to pants and other garments, you can find fringe on flags, furniture, curtains and other products. Fringe is simply a section or bundle or loose-hanging material — similar to a tassel. Fringe Leather Pants vs Traditional Leather Pants Some leather pants feature fringe, whereas others do not. Fringe leather pants, of course, fall under the former category. All fringe leather pants feature fringe on the left and right pant legs. Traditional leather pants don’t feature fringe. You can easily identify fringe leather pants by looking for the fringe. Only fringe leather pants feature fringe. After all, that’s why they are known as “fringe leather pants.” Traditional leather pants have a smooth surface without any fringe. Whether you choose fringe or traditional leather pants, you can rest assured knowing that they are made of real leather. But only fringe leather pants feature fringe. Benefits of Fringe Leather Pants...
by Leather | Leather Questions |
Enzymes play an important role in the production of leather. From leather jackets and vests to skirts, dresses, belts and more, nearly all leather products are exposed to enzymes during production. Leather consists of animal hide. There are different types of leather. Some types are made of sheepskin, whereas others are made of goat or cowhide. During production, however, manufacturers will expose the animal hide to enzymes. What are enzymes exactly, and how are they are used in leather? The Basics of Enzymes Enzymes are defined as catalytic proteins, meaning they trigger or accelerate chemical reactions. Research has shown that they are able to catalyze over 5,000 types of reactions. While other substances can trigger or accelerate chemical reactions as well, enzymes specifically trigger or accelerate chemical reactions in biological cells, such as animal hide. Animal hide is the foundation of all types of leather. With that said, leather doesn’t consist of raw animal hide. To convert animal hide into leather, manufacturers must process it. Leather processing includes multiple stages. One of the first stages of leather processing is preparing the animal hide for tanning, which includes bathing it in an enzyme solution. The enzymes used in leather production exhibit specific properties. They typically hydrolyze compounds like elastin and casein, for instance. As a result, enzymes can break down certain parts of animal hide. Manufacturers, though, must choose enzymes that are safe for leather. The enzymes used in leather production must not break down or otherwise damage collagen or keratin. Animal hide typically contains collagen and keratin. If broken down, it may become weaker. How Enzymes Are Used in...
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