pleathers
Synthetic animal skins
Pleathers is the plural of pleather, a synthetic material designed to look and feel like leather.
The word blends plastic and leather.
Pleather appears in clothing, furniture, and accessories as a cheaper or animal-free alternative to genuine leather: The car seats were covered in pleathers of varying quality.
Produced artificially, not natural
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- PVCChlorinated plastic abbreviation
- vinylSynthetic resin plastic
- artificialMade, not natural
manmade · composite · laminate · coated · textured · embossed · grained · bonded
Avoids all animal products
- cruelty-freeUntested on animals
- animal-freeLacking fauna-derived ingredients
- compassionateShowing concern for sufferers
- sustainableAble to endure long-term
eco-friendly · plant-based · PETA · ethical · humane · conscious · guilt-free · alternative
Currently in vogue
- jacketsWaist-length outer garments
- handbagsPortable personal storage accessories
- bootsAnkle-covering footwear
- apparelClothing collectively
garments · accessories · wardrobe · pants · skirts · belts · leggings · clutches
Able to bend freely
- pliableCapable of bending easily
- suppleFlexing without damage
- stretchableCapable of being extended
- resilientAble to recover quickly
waterproof · wipeable · easy-care · lightweight · breathable · cracking · peeling · aging
Artificial or imitation
- fakeNot the real thing
- knockoffUnauthorized replica product
- replicaFaithful scaled reproduction
- mockScornful imitation or fake
ersatz · substitute · simulated · lookalike · copycat · dupe · mimic · counterfeit
Plan for spending
- economicalUsing resources sparingly
- cheapLow in price
- low-costRequiring little money
- inexpensiveLow in cost
bargain · accessible · mass-market · discount · value · cost-effective · everyday · practical
synthetic
Produced artificially, not natural
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- PVCChlorinated plastic abbreviation
- vinylSynthetic resin plastic
artificial · manmade · composite · laminate · coated · textured · embossed · grained · bonded · backing
vegan
Avoids all animal products
- cruelty-freeUntested on animals
- animal-freeLacking fauna-derived ingredients
- compassionateShowing concern for sufferers
sustainable · eco-friendly · plant-based · PETA · ethical · humane · conscious · guilt-free · alternative
trendy
Currently in vogue
- jacketsWaist-length outer garments
- handbagsPortable personal storage accessories
- bootsAnkle-covering footwear
apparel · garments · accessories · wardrobe · pants · skirts · belts · leggings · clutches · vests
flexible
Able to bend freely
- pliableCapable of bending easily
- suppleFlexing without damage
- stretchableCapable of being extended
resilient · waterproof · wipeable · easy-care · lightweight · breathable · cracking · peeling · aging · wear-resistant
faux
Artificial or imitation
mock · ersatz · substitute · simulated · lookalike · copycat · dupe · mimic · counterfeit · pseudo
budget
Plan for spending
- economicalUsing resources sparingly
- cheapLow in price
- low-costRequiring little money
inexpensive · bargain · accessible · mass-market · discount · value · cost-effective · everyday · practical · durable
pleathersgenuine leather
cowhide · full-grain leather · calfskin · lambskin · suede
pleathersanimal hide
Beast's outer covering, removed
animal skin · cowhide · tanned hide · fur · rawhide