Edelman Leather: The World's Finest Hides for Luxury Interiors

There are leather suppliers, and then there is Edelman Leather. For over four decades, Edelman has been the first choice of the world's most discerning interior designers. Their hides are found in private jets, superyachts, five-star hotel suites, and the most celebrated residential interiors on earth.

At Studio 198, we are proud to carry the full Edelman Leather collection. Here is why this brand holds such an extraordinary place in the world of luxury interiors.

A Legacy of Craft

Founded in 1987 in Connecticut, Edelman Leather was built on one uncompromising principle. Leather, treated with the same reverence as silk or cashmere, could become a truly transformative material for interiors.

What began as a specialist supplier to the design trade quickly became the benchmark against which all other upholstery leather is measured.

Today, Edelman works with tanneries across Europe — primarily in Italy and Germany. Centuries-old techniques are combined with modern finishing technology to produce hides of exceptional consistency, depth of colour, and hand feel.

The Collections

The breadth of the Edelman range is remarkable. Whether you are seeking a classic full-grain hide or something more sculptural, there is a collection to suit every vision.

Royal Hide is perhaps the definitive Edelman product — a full-grain, aniline-dyed upholstery leather of extraordinary suppleness. Available across an expansive palette, it is the choice of furniture makers and designers who want leather at its most pure and authentic.

Cavallini brings texture to the fore. An embossed hide with a fine, regular grain pattern adds quiet visual interest without overwhelming a scheme. Beautifully refined.

Shagreen and Shagreen City Lights capture the look of exotic shagreen — the granular, pebbled texture historically associated with ray skin. Exceptional for statement furniture and wall panelling alike.

For those drawn to the natural world, Ostrich, Jumbo Crocodile, and Curly Shearling offer genuinely exotic textures. They bring a sense of the extraordinary to upholstery, headboards, and decorative applications.

The Oath by Ilse Crawford and Helm by Ilse Crawford collections represent a celebrated collaboration between Edelman and the renowned British designer. These leathers were developed with her characteristic warmth and human-centred philosophy — tactile, honest, and deeply considered.

At the softer end of the spectrum, Supersoft, Cashmere Calf, Luxe Calf, and Kid Calf are for those who prize handle above all else. These are leathers so fine they almost defy the material's reputation for toughness.

For something more characterful, Whole Grain, Scotch Grain, Woven Leather, Ranger, and Rambler offer rugged, lived-in quality. They suit relaxed country interiors, private libraries, and statement club chairs perfectly.

Metallic Dream Cow and Luster Leather bring a contemporary shimmer. Ideal for accent pieces, cushions, or the kind of bold decorative moment that defines a room.