Archive for April 2017
Olde English
OLDE ENGLISH Fashion/inspiration/influences Traditional/Vintage. As the name implies, this article was inspired by the leather from merry olde England. Peruse any fine English antique shop or medieval castle and this is how the leather on the furnishings has aged. Olde English will someday become an heirloom on many of today’s traditional/vintage styles, even though it…
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MOIRA Fashion/inspiration/influences Transitional/Traditional/Vintage/Contemporary. This lightweight nubuck beauty is soft, luxurious and drapable, making it an superb cover for any style. With a tight, minimal grain pattern and a buttery hand, Moira, named for the Greek goddess of destiny, is an elegant article that will appeal to many consumers. Its thin cut allows for pleats, skirts,…
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MAXIMUS Fashion/inspiration/influences Traditional/Transitional/Contemporary. Maximus is thick-cut and features a robust pebble grain. Well suited for many applications, Maximus is at home on popular motion or reclining styles as well as sofas, love seats, chairs, and ottomans. The surface interest is highlighted by a subtle two-tone effect that creates visual depth. Soft and supple, Maximus has…
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JUBILEE Fashion/inspiration/influences Transitional/Traditional/Contemporary. With minimal processing and a fashionable all-natural look, Jubilee is a beautiful article that feels as good as it looks. Soft and inviting, this monochromatic leather brings cozy comfort to any style. Jubilee’s low-sheen finish enhances the “organic” look and adds elegance. Color palette/special texture Colors for Jubilee are extensive and rich. …
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ESSENCE Fashion/inspiration/influences Versatile. Essence is one of the furniture industry’s most popular and most elegant leathers. Remarkably soft and luxurious, this leather features the sort of drapeability that today’s styles, such as a slipcover, demand. Well-suited for all types and styles of furniture. Color palette/special texture Available in a wide variety of rich colors, Essence…
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EMPYREAN Fashion/inspiration/influences Transitional/Traditional/Contemporary. Soft, smooth, and available in a huge array of chic colors, Empyrean is the perfect leather for fashionable consumers. Along the lines of “this is not your grandfather’s” leather, Empyrean is fresh and modern, with a silky touch and great drapability. Color palette/special texture Along with its multitude of soft and bright…
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DOLOMITI Fashion/inspiration/influences Traditional/Transitional/Vintage/Contemporary. This soft, rustic leather features a distinctive marbled look in which the valleys of the grain are a lighter color, due to tumbling. This gives the impression of veining, as in natural stone. In addition, Dolomiti, named for a mountain range in Italy, features a matte finish. This contributes to the overall…
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BRONX Fashion/inspiration/influences Transitional/Traditional. The two-tone adds dimension and depth, the tight grain adds a subtle natural look, and the bright finish glows and reflects light. Bronx is like New York City itself – hardworking and dependable but also fun and fashionable. This is a great leather for active people with or without kids and pets.…
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BALMORAL Fashion/inspiration/influences Traditional/Transitional/Vintage. Elegant, but in a casual, sporty way, Balmoral has been expertly crafted. This lightweight, high sheen leather, inspired by the ambiance of Balmoral Castle in Scotland, combines classic looks with authentic trail markings. Very smooth and soft, Balmoral is at home on a variety of styles. Color palette/special texture Available in rich…
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ASPEN Fashion/inspiration/influences Transitional/Traditional/Contemporary. Aspen, available in both fashionable and traditional colors, features a very soft hand and a smooth, tight grain. With a two-tone that adds surface appeal, Aspen is attractive. It’s also drapable, making it versatile as well. Color palette/special texture Aspen’s smooth, consistent grain makes it right for any application; colors are chic…
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