Know your leather

Leather is more than just a material. It’s a legacy, a style, art.

Leather has stood the test of time. It has a rugged charm whilst maintaining versatility that suits any occasion. 

At SumArt, we take pride in sourcing full grain, aniline leather from a renowned tannery in South Africa. This choice of material reflects our commitment to quality and sustainability. Aniline leather is a unique type of leather, distinguished by its dyeing process. The leather is thoroughly dyed using aniline dyes, which permeate the entire thickness of the skin. This process ensures a uniform coloration while preserving the natural scars and markings on the animal’s skin, thereby enhancing the leather’s authentic beauty.

We specifically choose full grain leather, recognized as the highest quality of leather available. This leather is crafted from the top layers of the animal hide, or in some cases, the whole hide without any splitting. The result is a material that is not only robust and resistant to wear and tear but also retains the natural marks and grain patterns that lend it a unique character.

No banned substances are used in the processing of our leathers. This commitment underscores our dedication to delivering products that are as safe as they are stylish.