11 June 2025

The Story of Leather Documentary

Simon Neifer writes on LinkedIn: The Story of Leather – A Documentary Every Conscious Consumer Should Watch.


What if leather could be part of the solution — not the problem?


That’s the bold message behind The Story of Leather, a short documentary from the Savory Institute, released as part of their Consumer Revolution campaign. It’s one of four episodes that challenge our perception of everyday materials — meat, wool, dairy… and yes, leather.

 

In just 16 minutes, you’ll follow a journey across the U.S., from:

  • California ranchers using Holistic Management
  • New York fashion designers blending ethics with elegance
  • Stanford researchers & Kering Group evaluating real impact
  • And Horween Leather Co., a legacy tannery committed to quality and transparency
    This isn’t about nostalgia — it’s about regeneration.

 

It’s a call to rethink fast fashion and start aligning our values with our choices. Leather, when sourced responsibly, can regenerate landscapes, empower producers, and outlast any plastic alternative.


This is not a story of harm.


It’s a story of hope.


Watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/dGdbJC9D

 

Let’s bring the conversation back to facts, farming, and the future.