La Bretagna Tabaco Ghost

Tabaco Ghost leather begins with French origin cowhide processed through La Bretagna's vegetable tanning methods using plant-based extracts from bark, fruits, leaves, and wood. The full aniline dyeing process penetrates completely through the leather thickness, establishing tobacco brown tones throughout the material before the white wax coating is applied to the smooth grain surface.

The leather is produced in 3-4 ounce thickness (approximately 1.2-1.6 millimeters) with a regular to firm temper that provides moderate rigidity and structural integrity. The construction features a smooth grain surface with the characteristic waxy finish and a well-finished flesh side suitable for applications where both sides remain visible.

Tabaco Ghost leather presents a white waxed surface when new, with warm tobacco brown tones visible beneath the coating. The full-grain structure provides durability while the smooth, waxy surface finish protects the leather during initial use. The metal-free, hypoallergenic construction results from La Bretagna's exclusive use of vegetable tanning materials, creating leather that maintains natural properties throughout its lifespan.

The firm temper balances workability with structural integrity, making the leather suitable for various applications including bags, footwear, and accessories. The wax coating serves dual purposes of protecting the leather from weathering while allowing natural aging processes to develop. As the white finish gradually diminishes with use, the underlying tobacco brown color emerges.

The aging characteristics of Tabaco Ghost leather center on the gradual removal of the white wax coating through friction and handling. High-contact areas lose the wax finish first, exposing the warm tobacco brown tones beneath and creating contrast between worn and unworn sections. The full aniline dye throughout the leather thickness ensures consistent color development as the surface evolves.

The waxy surface diminishes through regular use, with the rate and pattern of change varying according to individual handling intensity and usage patterns. The protective wax coating maintains the original appearance in less-handled areas, creating unique aging patterns specific to each piece as the tobacco brown patina develops.