The Pros and Cons of Using PVC Artificial Leather in Fashion

The use of PVC artificial leather in fashion has become a controversial topic among designers, manufacturers and consumers. PVC leather is well-known for its gloss and strength making it a top pick among fashionable items such as bags and shoes. Most importantly, however, PVC leather is sustainable but has its pros and cons.

Affordability is one of the biggest advantages of PVC leather. Users can rely on this material on a day to day basis without worrying about its maintenance, unlike genuine leather. In addition, fashion retailers can make their collections more affordable since they don't have to put so much consideration on spending money on PVC.

Fashionable collections have easily embraced the versatility that PVC artificial leather provides them, as they can create bold looks with a wide range of shapes, sizes and colors. With the ability to produce PVC in a certain color, shoes as well as bags can be made to compliment outfits flawlessly.

However, it should also be noted that PVC artificial leather has its downsides. One of its drawbacks is how it would affect the environment if it would be mass manufactured. PVC is a type of plastic, and as we know plastic uses up a lot of fossil fuel and can potentially poison ecosystems. This has made some conscious fashionable brands to look for other replacements that are more environmentally friendly.

Moreover, when comparing PVC leather with natural leather, it is more likely for the former to have ventilation issues thus compromising the comfort of the user. It is also less stretchy and can even feel stiff and brittle after being moved around a lot or when put under certain temperatures.

In MICOOSON MICROFIBER, like all other fashions industry stakeholders, we appreciate the informed use of PVC artificial leather in fashion. Whilst it may seem that our PVC alternatives fit most needs without compromising the environment, we are also constantly looking for new ways to create novel materials that will provide much better performance and won’t harm the fashion industry or the environment.

The premise of our PVC artificial leather series is one of practical, durable and still very chic and fashion forward approach. Particularly, with our PVC fashion leathers, we actively seek ways that would be more environmentally friendly and which do not compromise our manufacturing processes. Such goal only will ensure that our products mesh well with present day styles.

In conclusion, the choice to adopt PVC artificial leather in the fashion industry is very complex. It has three undeniable advantages such as the lowest cost, design flexibility, and durability, but it also raises some important issues concerning sustainability and environmental impacts. As MICOOSON MICROFIBER, while we consider these factors, we are still devoted entirely to providing top quality and ethical products.