Leather & Suede

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Leather & Suede Custom made genuine leather jackets, pants, skirts and handbags. Bespoke tailoring. Alterations, res The entire manufacturing process is done in store.

Leather and Suede has a rich history, which was established in 1969. A deep smell of leather cascades from our store and emits down the street. As well as its many services the store is also known for its wide range of products. All proudly handmade South African pieces and with quality always emphasized. From taking measurements, cutting the raw material and to sewing the buttons. Customers will be taken aback by the range of items on sale. This includes jackets, wallets, bags, belts, cushions and many more. The company uses only the finest leather such as ostrich, crocodile, zebra, buffalo, springbuck and many more. It is this wealth of experience that sees many customers use leather and suede for altering, repairing and manufacturing their beloved garments. Even though there are a range of items on the shelves, this is by no means the limit. We are known for our successful interpretation of our clients needs in order to present customized pieces meeting with their approval. Our highly trained staff will meet clients needs whether they are purchasing items, altering and mending a client’s piece or adding their signature by designing an original. You can be sure to be pleased with the outcome by taking home a classic fine piece. We pride ourselves on customer satisfaction.

A rare piece, made to be uniquely hers. Photography & editing: Production:
11/10/2026

A rare piece, made to be uniquely hers.

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She wears the story-More than what she wears.It’s what it carries.Photography: Model: Makeup & Hair: .ang Production &...
01/10/2026

She wears the story-

More than what she wears.
It’s what it carries.

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Made Over TimeNothing timeless happens overnight.It is built slowly, shaped by experience, and worn with purpose.Photogr...
18/09/2026

Made Over Time

Nothing timeless happens overnight.
It is built slowly, shaped by experience, and worn with purpose.

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24/08/2026

The Making of a Legacy

Every stitch tells a story. Every detail carries tradition.
Behind leather & suede are skilled hands, precision, and a passion for timeless craftsmanship.

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The Hands Behind the LegacyBefore it becomes a statement, it begins as a craft.Measured with precision. Shaped with inte...
11/06/2026

The Hands Behind the Legacy

Before it becomes a statement, it begins as a craft.

Measured with precision. Shaped with intention. Finished with care.

For over five decades, our story has been stitched into every piece we create.

The legacy continues.

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Legacy in MotionA study in contrast.Sharp tailoring against endless white horizons.Bold, understated, timeless.Crafted f...
03/06/2026

Legacy in Motion

A study in contrast.
Sharp tailoring against endless white horizons.
Bold, understated, timeless.

Crafted for those who move with quiet confidence.

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Threads Through Time.From the heart of District Six to generations beyond, Leather & Suede continues a legacy shaped by ...
21/05/2026

Threads Through Time.

From the heart of District Six to generations beyond, Leather & Suede continues a legacy shaped by craftsmanship, resilience and heritage.

Every stitch carries a story. Every piece honours where we began in 1969.

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28/04/2026

Threads Through Time

Founded in 1969 in District Six, Cape Town South Africa. Leather & Suede began with Dawood Samsodien—crafting more than leather but a lasting legacy.

This series tells a story of heritage, resilience and the art of true craftsmanship, carried through generations.

The thread begins here.

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Tabac Ostrich BagCrafted in rich tabac ostrich leather, where natural detail and timeless design come together effortles...
24/04/2026

Tabac Ostrich Bag

Crafted in rich tabac ostrich leather, where natural detail and timeless design come together effortlessly.

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Texture meeting terrain in its purest form-ostrich against sculpted black leather, set deep within the stillness of the ...
13/02/2026

Texture meeting terrain in its purest form-
ostrich against sculpted black leather, set deep within the stillness of the sand dunes.

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Address

73 Loop Street
Cape Town
8001

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 12:30
14:00 - 16:30
Saturday 10:00 - 13:00

Telephone

+27214262758

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