In both good and bad ways, we live in a consumer-based world, and there are no perfect solutions for how to best use the Earth’s resources. However, as a young startup, Ylesan makes a strong effort to stay attentive to its corporate social responsibility.
The vegetable-tanned leather used by Ylesan does not originate from farms but from tanneries that are regularly and strictly inspected. We also promise never to use fur or exotic animal skins such as crocodile, lizard, snake, or stingray in any of our collections.
Synthetic leather alternatives have come a long way. However, more research is still required on the long-term environmental effects of plastic-based faux leather and faux fur, and on how these materials may indirectly impact animals during production and after disposal.