Accessories that tell stories

TRAITS et COURBES is a brand synonymous with exclusivity. Each creation is handmade using only the best natural materials Brazil has to offer.

Please note that genuine leather and fur can show tonal variations, marks, or veins – characteristics that should not be considered imperfections. Organic materials also have their own story to tell.

All types of leather and fur used by Traits et Courbes are purchased from certified stores which comply with Brazilian regulatory standards. This means that they're by-products (discards) of the food industry. The brand values ​​conscious consumption.

Tips on how to care for your leather-goods

To preserve the original quality of your accessories – especially printed ones – it is highly recommended to avoid contact with water, grease, perfumes, and cosmetics (hand creams are villains!), as well as prolonged exposure to UV light, as this can cause fading or cracking of the leather and its paintwork.

Also, you should store your leather accessory properly when you are not using it (avoid stuffy plastic bags). And you can dust it with a soft brush or wipe it with a slightly damp cloth.

Color-based balms and polishes should be avoided as they can change the appearance of the paintwork and the original leather tone. Conditioners or protective sprays should be specific to natural leather, and it is highly recommended to test them first on an inconspicuous area of ​​the piece (such as a corner or under a pocket flap or bottom). And beware not to apply any chemicals to the paintings.

Remember that every product made from natural materials will evolve with time and use until it becomes as unique as its owner.

About the leather

Our leather is a by-product of the food industry and as such is highly ecological.

In a simple description of the process, we are reusing leftovers from the food chain and therefore avoiding waste. Plus, when well cared for, leather and natural fur can last for many years.

Today, however, the term “ecological leather” has become popular to describe polyurethane (PU), a plastic material that imitates natural leather. PU is still highly polluting both during its manufacture and its disposal (hey, plastic takes millions of years to decompose when unproperly disposed), plus pieces made from it have low durability. Therefore, PU is an ally of fast-fashion chains, which encourages impulsive and micro-seasonal consumption.