‘Vegan leather’ isn’t as sustainable or eco‑friendly as brands might claim
- Written by Caroline Swee Lin Tan, Associate Professor in Fashion Entrepreneurship, RMIT University
Alfonso Ramirez/UnsplashIn a high-end fashion store or luxury car showroom, the term “vegan leather” sends a strong message of quality. For many shoppers, it promises the look and feel of real leather without using animal skins. As brands move away from animal leather, “vegan” has come to suggest something that is both...





