Leather Types

What Does Genuine Leather Mean?

Genuine leather means the item contains real leather, but it is not a grade and often marks a processed split. How to read the tag and what to look for.

Jul 25, 2026Read guide

What Is Pebbled Leather?

Pebbled leather has a bumpy, granulated grain made by tumbling or, more often, embossing. What pebble leather means and how to tell if it is real leather.

Jul 24, 2026Read guide

A Guide to Leather Types, Textures, and Finishes

Types of leather sorted by what each name means: animal, hide layer, tanning or finish. Full-grain to bonded, suede to pebbled, each linked to a short answer.

Jul 14, 2026Read guide