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In the heart of Tuscany, where tradition runs deep and time moves slowly, we craft leather the way it was meant to be: full-grain, hand-dyed, and vegetable-tanned. The moment you hold it, your senses will tell you this is more than beautiful. It’s real. It’s Italian. And it’s ready for your story.
Our pieces aren’t made for a season. They’re made for a lifetime of journeys. Each crease, each mark becomes part of your own unfolding tale.
Only 10% of the world’s leather is vegetable-tanned. Even fewer are made this well.
Unlike chemically processed leathers, ours is tanned slowly using natural tannins from tree bark and plants. This process creates a finish that is breathable, biodegradable, and full of character. It softens and deepens with time, becoming unmistakably yours.
Ours isn’t just beautiful. It’s better for the planet, easier to care for, and made to last.
We believe leather is more than a material: it’s a feeling, a memory in the making. That’s why we offer two distinct finishes, each crafted from the same premium full-grain leather, but designed to evolve in its own way, telling a different kind of story.
VEGETABLE-TANNED LEATHER WITH A POLISHED FINISH
A natural, unsanded full-grain leather made using time-honoured tanning methods from tree bark and plants. Free from harsh chemicals and built to last.
Polished and luminous, the Classica line is made for those who move with purpose. Its refined sheen and structured form evoke timeless confidence. The kind that crosses borders, steps into meetings, and writes new chapters with clarity and ambition.
Vegetable-tanned leather with a matte finish
A natural, unsanded full-grain leather made using time-honoured tanning methods from tree bark and plants. Free from harsh chemicals and built to last.
Soft to the touch and rich with subtlety, Opaca is for the quietly expressive. Its velvety matte finish wears like your favourite memory; relaxed, personal, lived-in. It’s for slower mornings, thoughtful journeys, and the kind of beauty that doesn’t shout.
Practical leathers with contemporary appeal
Our Accent leathers include a small, curated selection of non-vegetable tanned finishes — such as coated, pebble grain, and smooth calfskin. Chosen for their functionality, texture, and wider colour range.
Accent is for those who need something a little different. Whether it’s added water resistance, a vibrant hue, or a more relaxed grain, these leathers offer practical versatility without losing our signature quality. While not vegetable-tanned, every Accent leather is still selected with care, to serve real needs, without compromising on character.
Vegetable-tanned leather remains the soul of Republic of Florence. But we offer Accent leathers as a way to meet modern demands where durability, colour variation, or price accessibility may be priorities.
It’s leather made the traditional way, using natural tannins from tree bark and plants instead of chemicals. It takes weeks, not days, to produce. But the result is worth it: a finish that is rich in character, better for the planet, and made to last.
Most leather today is tanned quickly using chrome and heavy chemicals. Ours takes more time but avoids the shortcuts. It is biodegradable, gentler on the environment, and ages beautifully, becoming more personal with every use.
Yes, and in the best way. Our leather is full-grain and vegetable-tanned, which means it holds its shape, resists wear, and becomes more beautiful over time. With care, it’s the kind of piece you pass on, not throw away.
Like any leather, it can mark, but those marks become part of its story. Many will fade or blend into the natural patina over time. Because our leather is hand-dyed, the colour penetrates deeply, so scratches won’t reveal pale or raw leather underneath. Most minor marks can be softened with a little leather conditioner and time.
It evolves with you. The more you use it, the more it softens and deepens in tone. Sunlight, touch, and time all leave their trace, creating a finish that feels warm, lived-in, and entirely yours.
Not quite. Our leather is naturally water-resistant thanks to its dense fibres and slow tanning process. A few drops won’t hurt, but it prefers to stay dry. If it gets wet, let it dry naturally, away from heat. For extra peace of mind, you can apply a leather protector.
Just a little care keeps it looking its best. Avoid long hours in harsh sun or moisture. Wipe off dust, store it somewhere cool and dry, and condition it every so often with a natural leather cream. Treat it well and it will age with grace.
