Bio-fabricated leather is pushing luxury fashion in a new direction, becoming a staple for sustainability. Materials like Mycelium and SeaCell are lab-grown, making them cost-effective without compromising quality. Keep reading to explore the elevated state of leather.

Stellar Quality

Stella McCartney’s luxury brand is known for sustainability, so it’s only right that they adopt the use of the innovative mycelium fabric. Their Frayme Mylo is the world’s first luxury handbag made from the material.

Photography: Stella McCartney

Very Versatile

More than just black and white, mycelium is used to craft handbags in many colors and shapes. Designers are using the material to make jumbo clutches in bright colors, too.

Photography: Made X Hudson

Pretty Prints

The latest plant-based leather can be folded and cut into many designs. The soft textures are also durable enough to withstand top stitching and embroidery.

Photography: Lies Mertens

Travel Friendly

Durability isn’t lacking when it comes to the new age vegan leather. Larger bags made for travel keep the same structure, making the materials simple to use for packing heavy.

Photography: Estimon

Standing Out

Although current innovative leather is meant to replace traditional hide, the different finishes are exquisite. The attractiveness outshines many bags made with genuine leather.

Photography: Estimon

Easy Everyday

The type of handbags that can be made out of bio-fabricated leather is endless. The majority of fashion brands are keeping the everyday woman in mind with simple shoulder and tote bags.

Photography: Estimon

Strong Enough

The lab-cultured Mycelium, in particular, is strong enough to withstand extra details. Designers freely use eyelets, zippers, and buckles to add personality to their pieces, without the material losing its structure.

Photography: Dead Wood Studios

Beyond Handbags

Brands like Deadwood are using the latest material for more than just handbags. With its sleek finish, they use mycelium to create ready-to-wear pieces.

Photography: Deadwood Studios