The aim is to offer cruelty free, sustainable alternative, without any toxic chemicals, phthalates and PVC. The two brothers, Adrián López Velarde and Marte Cázarez have worked to find a leather alternative that is not only eco-friendly but has the look and feel of real leather. In another plus for the environment, cactus leather is partially biodegradable and doesn’t contain any plastic, another issue with synthetic leather. Reception to the cactus leather was overwhelmingly positive, with the material being lauded for its flexibility, softness, touch, and colour. So before you know it, you might just find yourself putting on a pair of cactus leather shoes.

Source: The Guardian August 08, 2020 03:45 UTC