Real Leather. Stay Different.

On International Day for Biological Diversity, design choices matter. Material selection shapes how resources are used and how ecosystems are impacted over time. Using existing resources can help reduce pressure on biodiversity. #Biodiversity #DesignThinking

RLSD on campus in Mainland China. Strong student engagement, thoughtful questions and early ideas already forming. More university sessions continuing through April. #StayDifferent #StudentDesign

You’ve done the work. Now put it forward. Submissions are open: hubs.la/Q04d1XkQ0 #StayDifferent #DesignStudents

The standard is already sky high. ✨ Here’s a glimpse at some of the incredible RLSD 2026 entries so far. There’s still time to enter and take part in a future of sustainable fashion design!

Every material begins long before the final design. On World Fair Trade Day, it’s about the full chain, from sourcing to finishing, and the people behind each step. Understanding materials means understanding the process. #WorldFairTradeDay #DesignThinking #Craftsmanship

“Vegan leather” is often seen as the sustainable alternative. But many materials are plastic based, such as PU and PVC. For designers, understanding what materials are made of matters. Read more: hubs.la/Q04d1_N50

Behind every piece is a maker. On International Workers’ Day, recognising the people behind the process. #InternationalWorkersDay

We’re celebrating #WorldLeatherDay today! This year’s theme, Make It Leather, is about choosing materials that last. From timeless style to everyday durability, leather is made to be lived in, repaired and loved for years. Make the choice. Make it last. Make It Leather.

Let’s talk materials. Waste is the problem. Not leather. #RealLeatherStayDifferent #materialwaste

Real is built to last. Faux is built to replace. Material choices matter. Choose real leather. #ChooseRealLeather #LeatherDesign #MaterialMatters

Waste is one of the biggest challenges in fashion and materials. Real leather takes a different approach. A natural by product that uses what already exists and turns it into something made to last. The material matters. #ChooseRealLeather #RLSD #SustainableDesign

Lauren Broxton is championing Walsall’s leatherworking heritage. Her work shows how material knowledge continues to shape the future of fashion. Read the full story: hubs.la/Q047YC5x0 #ChooseRealLeather #LeatherDesign #Craftsmanship

Bangkok will host the RLSD International Final. A global stage for emerging design talent. #RLSD #Bangkok #DesignCompetition

Students from around the world compete in the Real Leather. Stay Different. International Student Design Competition. Will you be one of them? Enter RLSD 2026 today: hubs.la/Q047Yv510 #RLSD #DesignCompetition #StudentDesign

Brazil, this is your moment. The deadline has been extended to 30 April. More time. More opportunity. One global stage. Submit your work and be part of RLSD 2026: hubs.la/Q049qWS30 #RLSD2026 #Brazil #DesignCompetition #Fashion #LeatherDesgin #Sustainability

Step up. Stand out. Enter today. hubs.la/Q048R2xq0 #RLSD #studentdesigncompetition

Choosing real leather is not just about aesthetics, it’s about creating products that stand the test of time and reduce waste. 🔗 Learn more about the lifespan of leather vs synthetics hubs.la/Q045kZX40 #RealLeather #SyntheticLeather #SustainableMaterials #Longevity

Grown from the cotton plant, it’s breathable, durable and comfortable against the skin. From linings and shirting details to canvas panels and structural contrast, cotton pairs naturally with leather to create balance, texture and wearability. #ChooseRealLeather

⚠️ Every year in the UK, around 1.4 million tonnes of leather waste are generated, yet less than 30% is ever reclaimed or reused. Millions of tonnes of material still end up in landfill. How fast we can scale repair and reuse. #Circularity #Sustainability

Every runway walk builds global visibility and credibility for your portfolio. Enter RLSD 2026 for your chance to connect, grow, and take your designs to the next level. 🚀 #RLSD #FashionCompetition #Fashion #Sustainability #LeatherDesign