Synthetic Leather Guide: PVC vs PU vs Microfiber – Pros, Cons & Buying Tips

Synthetic leather is man-made imitation leather (PVC/PU/microfiber), offering affordability and cruelty-free use, though often plastic-based and partially recyclable, widely used in fast fashion and furniture.

Artificial Leather

PVC Leather（Rigid & abrasion-resistant）

Use: Budget furniture/rain boots

PU Leather（Soft & leather-like texture）

Use: Fast-fashion bags/car interiors

View quotation

Eco-Friendly

Piñatex（Breathable honeycomb texture）

Use: Footwear, vegan accessories

Mushroom Leather（Leather-like suppleness）

Use: Luxury bags, home decor

View quotation