Leathertainment Studio Podcast

I Dissected the Hermès Constance Belt — Here's the Real Markup

This $990 belt isn't saddle-stitched by hand like the bags Hermès is known for — it's machine-sewn, which is exactly why anyone can buy it while Birkins and Kellys stay g

I Bought a Fake Hermès Belt in China and Compared It to the Real One

On a research trip in China, I found my way into a market selling replica luxury goods and picked up a counterfeit Hermès Constance belt for about $100. Then I ordered th

I Compared a $4,450 Louis Vuitton to a $395 Coach — The Craftsmanship Wasn't the Story

Three head-to-head comparisons, same categories, wildly different prices: an $1,700 LV briefcase against a Coach backpack under $150. A $2,700 Neverfull against a $450 Co

I Bought Leather From 12 Shops in Florence — Here's What Was Actually Made in Italy

"Made in Italy" doesn't always mean what you think. I spent a day in Florence — street markets, tourist shops, highly rated boutiques, and heritage brands like Il Bisonte

Fact-Checking the "$90K Birkin for $6K" Replica Video — What's True and What's Not

A Chinese replica seller claimed he could build the exact same $90,000 crocodile Birkin for $6,000, and broke down the cost of materials and labor to prove it. After a we

I Scored 10 Luxury Brands on Quality, Exclusivity, and Hype — Here's the Ranking

Over five years and 30+ dissected bags, I built a four-pillar scoring system for modern luxury: shopping experience, product quality, exclusivity, and logo signal power.

I Dissected a Goyard Bag — Here's What $2,600 Actually Buys

Goyard doesn't sell online, doesn't advertise, and doesn't disclose prices, and about 95% of the bags on resale markets are fake. So I bought one, authenticated it, and c

The Secret Spanish Town Where Luxury Brands Actually Make Their Bags

Dior, Loewe, Polène — they all have one thing in common most people never notice: their bags are made in the same small town in Andalusia, and the brands don't advertise

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 1 | Leather’s Myth: Are Animals Really Killed Just for Leather?

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 2 | Is Vegan Leather Really Vegan?

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 3 | Leather Through the Ages: From Ancient Pompeii to Today

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 4 | The Truth About Leather: Myths, Methods, and Making

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 5 | Why Leather Could Be the Eco-Friendly Choice

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 6 | How Your Leather Choices Can Save the Planet

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 7 | Farm to Fashion: The True Story of Leather & Animals

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Leathertainment on the go! Episode 8 | Leather Secrets Revealed: How to Spot Quality & Make it Last

This is a collaboration video with Smit & Zoon, a leading leather chemical company based in the Netherlands. In this special episode of our Leathertainment podcast, we’re

Master Craftsman & Serial Entrepreneur: "Creating a leather brand is tougher than I thought!”

Are you ready to be inspired by a true multi-craftsman? Meet Jonathan Ward, the mastermind behind two successful automotive brands and now, his own leather goods compan

How to get started with Leather Crafting | Leathertainment Podcast EP20

Welcome to the world of leather crafting with the incredible Marianne Amore! In this video, we dive into who Marianne Amore is and how she became a master of her craft. F

Mastering the Art of Leather with Sackett Wood | Leathertainment Podcast EP19

Witness the incredible work that goes into crafting luxury leather products with Moore & Giles, the renowned leather company. Discover their story and get an exclusive lo

A Deep Dive into Leather Sustainability w/ Deborah Taylor | Leathertainment Podcast EP18

Are you wondering if leather's sustainability is really as bad as everyone makes it out to be? Do you think plastic is more recyclable and therefore a better alternative?