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Product Care

DAFFI LEATHER • PRODUCT CARE

Slow fashion. Designed to age beautifully.

Daffi Leather pieces are handcrafted from natural hides using traditional techniques. Leather is a living material, it softens, relaxes, fades and changes with time, wear and environment. These changes are not defects, they are the signature of authenticity.

Below is detailed care information to help you understand and care for your leather properly.

METALLIC LEATHER CLOTHING

(Foil & Crack Finishes)

Understanding Metallic Leather

Metallic leather is created by applying a foil or metallic coating to the surface of natural leather. This process gives the leather its luminous, reflective finish, but it also makes it more delicate than standard leather.

Over time, metallic leather will:

  • Crack, crease and soften at stress points

  • Develop surface wear and scuffing

  • Gradually lose lustre and shine

  • Reveal more of the natural leather beneath the foil

These changes are intentional and expected, creating a worn, vintage, rock-and-roll aesthetic.

Metallic leather is not meant to remain pristine, it is meant to tell a story.

Important to Know

  • Foil coatings sit on top of the leather and will over time break down with movement

  • Cracking and creasing occur naturally at seams, folds and high-wear areas

  • Deep scratches, abrasion, friction and heavy use accelerate the aging process

  • Each piece will age differently depending on wear, climate and handling

How to Care for Metallic Leather

  • Avoid wet conditions wherever possible

  • Do not use leather conditioners, oils or protectants, these will damage the foil coating

  • Avoid contact with abrasive surfaces and sharp friction

  • If wet, allow to dry naturally at room temperature

  • Never apply heat (hair dryers, heaters)

  • To clean, gently wipe with a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth only

  • Leather Dry Clean Only

Please note:
Loss of shine, surface cracking and scuffing are not faults and are not grounds for claims. These changes are part of the designed aging process of metallic leather.

SUEDE LEATHER CLOTHING

Understanding Suede

Suede is made from the underside of the hide, giving it its soft, velvety texture. While beautiful, suede is more absorbent and more sensitive than smooth leather.

Suede is prized for its:

  • Natural texture

  • Colour depth

  • Ability to develop a soft, vintage patina

Lighter colours are also known for:

  • Marking easily

  • Showing wear quickly

This is the nature of suede and why it is loved by jacket makers and vintage collectors alike.

Important to Know

  • Water can stain suede permanently

  • Oils, perfumes and makeup can darken the surface

  • Pressure and friction can change the nap (the direction of the fibres)

  • Colour variation and shading are natural characteristics

How to Care for Suede Leather

  • Avoid water, rain and damp environments

  • Do not spot clean with liquids

  • Do not rub marks aggressively, this can flatten or damage the nap

  • Allow light marks to blend naturally with wear

  • Store away from direct sunlight to prevent fading

  • If the nap flattens, a soft suede brush may be used gently once dry

  • For deep cleaning or stains, Professional Leather Dry Clean Only

Please note:
Suede is intentionally soft and imperfect. Marks, shading and wear are part of its character and should be expected.

LEATHER CLOTHING (Jackets & Vests)

Understanding Natural Leather

Our leather garments are made from ethically produced, vegetable-tanned lamb and goat hides. 

Natural characteristics may include:

  • Pigmentation marks

  • Vein lines

  • Insect marks

  • Variations in thickness and grain

These are signs of authenticity, not defects.

How to Care

  • Protect from prolonged exposure to strong sunlight

  • If wet, dry slowly at room temperature, laying flat and reshaping gently

  • Never use direct heat

  • Wipe dirt with a soft, slightly damp cloth

  • Avoid soaps, detergents and harsh chemicals

  • If leather feels dry, use a suitable leather cream 

  • Leather Dry Clean Only for jackets and vests

OUR LEATHER BELTS

Understanding Vegetable tanned & painted Belt Leather

Our belts are designed to look vintage from day one and continue aging with wear. Marks, creases and colour changes are part of the finish.

How to Care

  • Wipe light marks with a damp cloth

  • Condition occasionally, focusing on edges and worn areas

  • Avoid soaking or prolonged moisture

  • If wet, dry naturally, no heat

  • Store rolled in your Daffi bag

  • Check screw-in hardware occasionally and tighten gently

A final note on ageing and expectations

Leather is not static.
It stretches, softens, fades and records the life you live in it.

Changes in colour, texture, cracking, creasing and surface wear are not manufacturing faults, they are the natural evolution of real leather and the reason slow-fashion leather pieces are treasured for decades.

Wear it. Live in it. Let it tell your story 🌞