Fish Leather: Everything you need to know about this eco-friendly French material

Discover fish leather: Reinventing fashion with a natural and durable material.

With the growing demand for natural products, fish leather is increasingly popular with fashionistas around the world. Between its natural characteristics and its need to be crafted by hand, it's no wonder this material is such a great alternative to synthetics and industrial designs. As some people seek to incorporate sustainable and eco-friendly materials into their personal fashion, discover how fish skins can transform your looks with their unique feel, durable texture, and varied finishes.

Fish leather is a material that's gaining more and more attention. Its exceptional durability allows for the reinvention of fashion and accessories. Made from fish skins such as salmon, perch, and sea bass, it offers a wide range of colors and finishes to suit all tastes.

The different types of fish used to produce marine leather.

Marine leather is made from the skins of the following fish: salmon, perch, sea bass, cod, trout, sea bass and carp. These skins are processed by specialized French tanneries (Ictyos is our Lyon supplier, but there are many others in France) which only release a small percentage (less than 10%) of waste into the environment. Thanks to this ecological process, it is possible to obtain fine leathers whose thickness varies between 0.5 mm and 5 mm.

Colors and Finishes available.

Marine leather is available in a wide variety of colors and finishes: shiny, satin, metallic, or classic dyes like black or white. For several years, Ictyos has been offering a complete range of products for professionals looking for a highly durable natural material to work with in their creations.

You will also find a wide range on their website.

Uses of Marine Leather.

Marine leather is mainly used for leather goods , but also for jewelry , footwear , decoration, and all other types of accessories. It is highly valued by artisans in the sector because it is not only durable but also has a unique appearance that is very popular with consumers.

As you know, at Nodie's we offer a wide range of marine leather goods, including our salmon leather belts which are unique in France and which many of you are proud to wear with this added element!

Products needed for working with marine leather.

To work with marine leather properly, you need the right tools. Some essential items include scissors, a fine file for polishing and shaping the raw leather; a brass hammer; a flat needle; a ruler; a serrated saw; and wire cutters. Good quality ensures that your items will be durable and last a long time.

Fish leather is a unique material that allows for the creation of products that are both elegant and durable. Thanks to its exceptional durability, it is reinventing fashion with its varied colors and natural appearance. And to properly work with this special material, you'll find everything you need on the market.