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This week our favourite Boss Lady headed off to the big smoke to source some amazing leather for our workshop from 'The Hide Merchant'. Let's dive in and explore the fascinating world of animal hides, where style meets substance in a leathery fusion of past and present. The story begins long ago when our ancestors, the original leather workers, sought warmth and protection from the wild world by wrapping themselves in the hides of their prey. Fast forward through the annals of time, and you'll find our more recent hunter-gatherer forebears, who knew a good thing when they saw it. Animal...

Leather was one of the first materials discovered by humans that could be manipulated and worked. Evidence for leather in clothing can be found as far back as the Palaeolithic era. But leather hasn't always just been about a product that is durable and versatile, it's also been a symbol of power, wealth, and strength throughout the ages.  We often hear that men's fashion is less thrilling than women's, but let's set the record straight. Men's fashion has always been a canvas for expressing social, political, and cultural movements. Leather has consistently played a vital role in crafting iconic outfits that signify loyalty to...

Spring has finally sprung, and at Lake Leather, we're as excited as a bunch of bunnies in a carrot patch! It's time to shake off those winter blues and step into the glorious sun. In this quick guide, we're going to explore some of the hottest spring trends that you can rock with our premium leather products. 1. Blue Hues Think soft, dreamy blues like cerulean, ocean and storm. These hues are all the rage this season. Taking you from day to night, blue is the new black! Try it this spring by pairing your favourite Lake Leather handbag with the...

Sales Consultant | Hobart   Lake Leather is expanding, and we have an exciting opportunity for a casual Sales Consultant to join our team at our new North Hobart store. As a sales consultant you will work with the team to deliver a truly Lake Leather experience for our customers. You will be part of the opening of an entire new location and will be passionate about growth and representing the brand in the south of Tasmania. You should be a confident and motivated person who leads by example and can support the Store Manager to reach sales and productivity targets.   Responsibilities:   Contribute to...

 Store Manager | Hobart   Lake Leather is expanding, and we have an exciting opportunity for a Store Manager to join our team at our new North Hobart store. To succeed in this role, you will be a highly organised, motivated, inspiring leader with at least 12 months experience in retail management. You will be spearheading the opening of an entire new location and will be passionate about growth and representing the brand in the south of Tasmania. You should be a confident leader who leads by example and can motivate staff to achieve goals and offer a truly Lake Leather...

As the temperature drops and daylight becomes scarce, it's easy to get sucked into the vortex of boring winter fashion. But who says winter outfits have to be a snooze-fest? In fact, winter is the ultimate chance to unleash and spice up your wardrobe with a pop of colour! Colours have this amazing superpower of instantly boosting our mood and lifting our spirits. When everything around seems stuck in a wintery haze of grey, why not inject a burst of vibrancy into your outfits to brighten the day? Building a colourful wardrobe doesn't have to be overwhelming. If you're unsure about...