The connotation associated with leather has evolved considerably over time.
It has, in turn, been a symbol of:
- Strength, protection and "second skin"
Leather first evokes resistance and protection.
Historically used for armor, shields, or sturdy clothing, it symbolizes solidity, security, and the ability to defend oneself. The oldest of these armors is certainly Tutankhamun's (1345-1327 BC).
Leather symbolically acts as a protective shell: It can represent an emotional carapace, a way to protect oneself from others or the world, or a need for control in the face of vulnerability.
In this sense, wearing leather can express a desire to feel strong or invulnerable.
- Power and social status
In many cultures, leather has long been associated with wealth, prestige, or authority. Wearing leather was a sign of high rank or an important function: warriors, horsemen, elites.
Leather thus symbolizes self-assertion, a strong identity, sometimes deliberately pronounced, and the need for authority or domination.
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- Sensuality and transgression
In a more modern context, leather can symbolize sensuality, domination, or power, a form of rebellion or marginality. It is notably found in certain subcultures (rock, biker, alternative fashion).
It is also often associated with a more instinctive dimension. It refers to sensuality, touch, and skin. It can evoke deep urges or desires. Or sometimes even incite one to explore domination/submission.
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- Durability and the passage of time
Leather develops a patina over time, which gives it a dimension of memory, longevity, and a material that improves with age. It can thus symbolize experience and maturity. It also recalls a certain authenticity and a return to origins.
For us, what makes this material unique is the combination of its resistance and longevity over time, associated with whimsy and the incredible colors it can take on.
