{"id":76930,"date":"2021-02-16T15:50:05","date_gmt":"2021-02-16T20:50:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mancinileather.com\/blog\/quick-guide-real-leather-vs-vegan-leather"},"modified":"2021-02-16T15:50:05","modified_gmt":"2021-02-16T20:50:05","slug":"quick-guide-real-leather-vs-vegan-leather","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mancinileather.com\/en-us\/blog\/quick-guide-real-leather-vs-vegan-leather\/","title":{"rendered":"Quick Guide: Real Leather Vs. Vegan Leather"},"content":{"rendered":"

Quick Guide: Real Leather Vs. Vegan Leather<\/b><\/h1>\n

To many, a bag is more than a bag; it’s a travelling companion, it\u2019s a tool, it\u2019s a part of our style. Whether it’s a backpack, a <\/span>rolling laptop bag<\/span><\/a>, or a briefcase, bags come with us wherever we go.<\/span><\/p>\n

When you’re new to the world of leather, it can be challenging to decide whether or not real leather is something you should invest in. You need to consider your lifestyle, your needs, and if you have the love and dedication to take care of real leather products.<\/span><\/p>\n

The artisans at MANCINI Leather will explain the differences between real and vegan leather, so you can find the right bag!<\/span><\/p>\n

Traditional Leather<\/b><\/h2>\n

\"Traditional<\/p>\n

Made from animal skin, real leather is a high-quality material that is cleaned, stretched, tanned, and sometimes dyed through <\/span>various methods<\/span><\/a>. One such method is vegetable tanning, which does not use chemicals, but rather, tree bark and other organic materials.<\/span><\/p>\n

Real leather bags are made so well that they can be passed down as heirlooms if taken care of in the right way. While <\/span>leather bags<\/span><\/a> are perfect for all kinds of adventures, they require cleaning and <\/span>pre-treatment<\/span><\/a> for protection. Beeswax, sprays, and tote covers are different solutions to ensure your leather bag can join you on your next hike or vacation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Many people choose vegan leather simply because they don’t have the time or interest in maintaining their bag.<\/span><\/p>\n

Vegan Leather<\/b><\/h2>\n

Also known as faux leather, synthetic leather, and a leather alternative, vegan leather is made from a variety of plant-based and plastic-based materials. Some examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n