Leather Working Group

The Leather Working Group (LWG) is an international organization dedicated to promoting sustainable and responsible leather production. It evaluates tanneries and leather manufacturers based on stringent environmental, social, and ethical criteria, including water and energy consumption, waste management, chemical usage, and supply chain traceability. LWG certification helps ensure that leather products come from facilities committed to reducing their environmental footprint while maintaining high industry standards. Many brands choose LWG-certified leather to align with sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
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Magazine: Threads of Sustainable Fashion

  • Cork vs. Cow: The Real Cost of Leather, Compared

    You love a good leather bag — but you also love the planet. So why does it feel so hard to choose? This is your honest, side-by-side guide to cork...

    Cork vs. Cow: The Real Cost of Leather, Compared

    You love a good leather bag — but you also love the planet. So why does it feel so hard to choose? This is your honest, side-by-side guide to cork...

  • From Colombia to the U.S. Without Inventory: How Dropshipping Helps Latin American Fashion Brands Export Smarter

    Want to bring your fashion brand to the U.S. without taking on big risks or upfront costs? Dropshipping might be your best first step. This guide explains how sustainable marketplaces...

    From Colombia to the U.S. Without Inventory: Ho...

    Want to bring your fashion brand to the U.S. without taking on big risks or upfront costs? Dropshipping might be your best first step. This guide explains how sustainable marketplaces...

  • The Second Label: What Clothing Tags Don’t Tell You (But Should)

    You see the brand and size… but do you see the truth? Discover the power of the second label — that tucked-away tag with fiber content, origin, and more —...

    The Second Label: What Clothing Tags Don’t Tell...

    You see the brand and size… but do you see the truth? Discover the power of the second label — that tucked-away tag with fiber content, origin, and more —...

  • The Met Gala’s Most Important Tribute Wasn’t Worn — It Was Remembered

    The Met Gala 2025 theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” invited more than high fashion—it invited history. From Colman Domingo’s royal zoot suit to Zendaya’s homage to Patrick Kelly, the most...

    The Met Gala’s Most Important Tribute Wasn’t Wo...

    The Met Gala 2025 theme “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” invited more than high fashion—it invited history. From Colman Domingo’s royal zoot suit to Zendaya’s homage to Patrick Kelly, the most...

  • Pope Francis and the Green Gospel: How Laudato Si’ Awakened a Planet

    When the world needed a voice for the Earth, Pope Francis answered — not with grand gestures, but with humility, courage, and a pair of worn-out shoes. Laudato Si’ remains...

    Pope Francis and the Green Gospel: How Laudato ...

    When the world needed a voice for the Earth, Pope Francis answered — not with grand gestures, but with humility, courage, and a pair of worn-out shoes. Laudato Si’ remains...

  • Why Events Like Universo MOLA Matter More Than Ever: When Education Meets Honest Storytelling in Sustainable Fashion

    In a world where “sustainable” is often just another marketing word, Latin American designers are building something deeper, rooted in culture, innovation, and resilience. Here’s how events like Universo MOLA...

    Why Events Like Universo MOLA Matter More Than ...

    In a world where “sustainable” is often just another marketing word, Latin American designers are building something deeper, rooted in culture, innovation, and resilience. Here’s how events like Universo MOLA...

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