Natural Leather Guide: Types, Craftsmanship & Buying Tips

Natural leather blends nature and craft, aging gracefully with unique character.

Cow Leather/Bovine

Calfskin (Soft, scar-free)

Cowhide（Even pores, durable）

Buffalo Leather (Thick, industrial-grade)

Common Uses

  • Luxury bags (eg, Hermès)
  • Shoes & belts
  • Furniture & car interiors
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Sheep/Lamb Leather

Goatskin (Lightweight, supple, natural grainy texture)

Common Uses

  • Luxury gloves
  • Bookbinding
  • Musical instrument cases
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Exotic Leather

Crocodile (Belly scales & back osteoderms, graded by body parts)

Ostrich (Lightweight & crack-resistant)

Lizard (Micro-scales with glossy finish & hand-stitched precision)

Common Uses

  • Luxury bags/watch straps (eg, Hermès Himalayan)
  • Louis Vuitton Capucines
  • Small leather goods (eg, Bottega Veneta)
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