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Terry Prachett said it better. (thelemmy.club)
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[–] 12 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) (9 children)

just wondering since there's so many vegans on hexbear but is there a vegan leather alternative that has the durability of leather? tbh it's the price that's put me off from buying a $300-400 real leather jacket because i'm not vegan but like I'd buy a good fake one if I could for around the same price? it's just all the fake ones I've gotten just start falling apart like an old man after 3 years

i like the look of leather if you're wondering why I want a fake/real leather anything

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  • [–] 11 points 3 months ago (6 children)

    This can be controversial but one option is a vintage leather jacket. Like if it's already been made it's recycling.

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  • [–] 8 points 3 months ago (5 children)

    I think recycling leather is better than letting it rot. I would assume second hand leather doesn't contribute to demand for new leather, but idk.

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  • [–] 7 points 3 months ago (2 children)

    I mean if youre too cool and stylish it might make others want a leather jacket like you 🤷 So thatd be a problem for everyone here

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  • [–] 6 points 3 months ago (1 child)

    I'd say there'd be an increase in overall leather consumption by having a strong second-hand market. Really not trying to dissuade people, you do you, but wanted to call out that things that hold onto their value in resale tend to be more desirable and could increase new sales.

    This is just my made up take, i know nothing about leather, markets, or vegans.

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  • [–] 5 points 3 months ago

    PU "leather" is good for a lot of things, depends a lot on quality though. There are various shoe companies that use it.

    There are several more natural leathery materials for clothing but they're a bit more niche so they're expensive. Like cactus leather. I've never bought it because of the price.

    I usually just try to use non-leather things. Waxed cordura or cotton performs well, looks cool, and is usually something I prefer anyways for its proprieties (with at least 20% cotton it breathes a bit when dry and seals when wet).

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