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Hand-drawn diagram of three stacked leather types: full grain, cuoietto, and softer leather, each with a distinct brown hue.

Hand-drawn diagram of three stacked leather types: full grain, cuoietto, and softer leather, each with a distinct brown hue.

based on the descripotion below you will realize the profile of a hide bovine witht the division os the different layer here below. graphic. simple 1. Full Grain Leather (Pieno Fiore) The topmost layer of the hide, including the natural grain. Unaltered surface – no sanding or corrections. Rich in natural marks and imperfections. The most prestigious and durable leather. Used in high-end bags, shoes, belts, and upholstery. 🟤 2. Cuoietto (Vegetable-Hardened Leather) Comes from the second layer of the hide (below the grain). Treated in tanning drums using vegetable tannins, which give it structure. Undergoes a hardening process that makes it firm and rigid. Ideal for structured goods: watch straps, small leather goods, leather accessories. Has a smooth finish, but less natural texture than full grain. 🪶 3. Soft Leather Also comes from the second layer of the hide, but treated differently. Undergoes a softening process (milling, fatliquoring, chrome tanning). Result: supple, flexible, soft-touch leather. Often slightly corrected on the surface. Used for garments, linings, soft bags, and gloves. See more