Reptile-effect leather is totally on trend – and that doesn't require exotic leather. With a reptile-effect leather bag or wallet, you make a strong fashion statement. The combination of high-quality cowhide and detailed embossing makes every accessory a stylish eye-catcher. Snake and crocodile embossing are particularly popular, as they combine elegance and extravagance. At the same time, the leather remains soft and pleasant to the touch.

How is reptile-look leather made?
Braun Büffel's reptile products ensure that no protected species are harmed, as no genuine crocodile or snakeskin is used. The leather comes exclusively from the meat industry, where 90% of the leather used is cow or calf leather.
Animal print is imitated using a leather manufacturing process in which the cowhide is embossed and dyed. Embossing alters the leather's natural grain. For this, the hide is processed with specific presses or rollers. Blind embossing alters only the grain, i.e., the surface of the leather. Using special color foils, color embossing also makes it possible to influence the color of the leather.
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Why reptile optics are timeless?
The look of snake and crocodile skins has always fascinated with its blend of strength, elegance, and sensuality. Today, it no longer has to be real reptile leather – thanks to high-quality embossing in reptile-look leather, every accessory appears both luxurious and modern.
A reptile-look accessory automatically adds an exciting, modern touch to your outfit. If you like things extravagant, a striking piece with crocodile or snake print is just the thing. If you prefer something more understated, choose a classic bag or wallet in muted colors – the reptile-look leather will look elegant and subtle.
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Tempted: The popular snake pattern in leather
The skin of the biblical temptress appears sinfully luxurious. Snakeskins are thin and therefore particularly difficult to work with. A python must reach ten years of age before its skin can be processed effectively. Therefore, snakeskin has always been considered a particularly rare and noble status symbol.
Today, it no longer has to be real snakeskin to demonstrate status and courage. Imitation snakeskin looks deceptively real and yet as seductive as ever. This makes snakeskin embossing the most popular animal print on leather. Traditionally, snakeskin was used primarily for small leather accessories such as wallets, clutches, shoes, or belts. Cleverly incorporate these trendy snakeskin-patterned pieces into your style – the effect is truly breathtaking!
How to combine bags with animal print
Strong, confident, extravagant, and erotic—the combination possibilities are as versatile as the effect of animal prints. Whether colored python or black crocodile leather, animal prints suit every style and enhance any outfit.
If you're not sure whether the animal-inspired trend is right for you, simply choose a simple accessory with a reptile print and combine it with an otherwise classic outfit.
More daring animal print fans can take things a step further: Bright snakeskin accessories look particularly striking when paired with bright green or orange. Animal print belts create a seductive contrast with feminine blouses and dresses.
But it's not just women who should dare. Men, too, should reclaim their lost self-confidence and adorn themselves with animal-print accessories like the warriors and kings of the past. Crocodile leather in dark tones, in particular, looks stylish, masculine, and robust. Give yourself a boost and discover an extravagant leather product that won't go out of style anytime soon: a sophisticated animal-print accessory.
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