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