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History of leather goods

When leather tells the story: leather goods over the centuries


The history of leather goods originates from the beginnings of humanity: to trace its evolution, it will therefore be necessary to go back to the source !
Used and transformed by main of the man for as long as we witness it, leather has always been a matiera exploited.
We will, over this article, look at the historical aspect as well as on the inventions of flagship models by major brands ...

The term "leather goods" comes to us from Morocco and more precisely from the word "maroquin", used at the time to express the fact of tanning goat skins with sumac. It is a condiment found around the Mediterranean basin containing tannic acid to soften the leather and give it a reddish color. Today, the term leather goods has changed meaning: in fact, it now refers to all products made from leather.

The first discoveries of the use of leather by humans date back to Egypt, where the oldest clothing made from skins and furs was found. Later, in ancient Greece, another use of leather, proof of its daily use and the evolution of its use: riders also use it
to protect themselves. The leather goods as we see it
is experiencing considerable growth in Southern Europe and Morocco from the 12th century onwards. Originally intended for the bourgeoisie, leather would lose its splendour and be relegated to a lower level. The revival would be fairly rapid with the use of fur...

Leather goods: the beginning of a great story

It was between the 16th and 19th centuries that we gradually began to approach leather goods as we understand them today. Once again designed for practical reasons, leather objects became part of the daily lives of the nobility: initially in the form of leather purses, manufacturing turned towards increasingly luxurious manufacturing, such as suitcases in the 17th century. Then came the birth of the wallet, which marks the beginning of a long line of leather accessories. The handbag feminine is becoming more and more popular, the term appeared at the dawn of the 20th century.

The leather goods workers, inspired by techniques developed over the centuries, create true works of art in working with leather with finesse. Patterns and ornaments are gradually taking their place in the world of leather! With the development of the industry and technological advances constantly evolving, leather goods are becoming part of our daily lives.

Leather Handbags and Accessories: When Old Meets Modern

The leatherwork techniques are constantly evolving but still respect the
ancestral processes. From a common base, each major house leaves room for the imagination and creativity of designers to offer ever more original and cutting-edge products trends.

France is today one of the countries with the largest number of creators and importers of leather goods. Our luxury homes historical figures such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Dior, Hermès and even Yves Saint Laurent have been offering for several decades original creations and distinguished, following the trends of fashion and the demands of their fervent buyers.

According to the Alliance France Cuir (formerly the National Leather Council), leather goods in general constitute three-quarters of the leather industry. With more than 400leather goods companies, the production of small items takes first place, closely followed by the handbags Welcome to a constantly evolving universe !

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