Our Materials
Apple Leather
Apple leather is a luxurious and sophisticated material that is crafted from the peels of apples. It is an innovative and eco-friendly way to preserve the beloved fruits we all enjoy. This material is not only biodegradable, but it is also a stylish alternative to traditional animal-based leather, which makes it an excellent choice for those who value conscious living. By utilizing waste from the juice and applesauce industry, this material helps to reduce waste and minimize the environmental impact. Moreover, apple leather doesn’t require apples to be specifically grown or harvested, which makes it a sustainable choice. Additionally, this material offers farmers the opportunity to generate an additional income from their waste, making it a win-win for everyone involved.
Desserto (Cactus Vegan Leather)
Desserto is a highly sustainable and environmentally friendly organic material made from Nopal cactus plant originating in Mexico. The cactus is grown in a rain fed plantation that is deeply committed to sustainability. Organic standards are followed throughout the entire process and the end product is an extremely durable and beautiful material.
Hemp
Hemp fabric is a new super material made of hemp fiber from the Cannabis sativa plant. The hemp fiber has the tensile strength of polyester fiber, but it has the softness and comfort of cotton. In line with our commitment to sustainability, we source our hemp directly from weavers who hand cut, sort and weave the fabric. Our hemp fabrics are durable and breathable, perfect for all season wear.
kala cotton
Kala cotton is one of the signature materials at ABIS.
Kala Cotton is the oldest and most genetically pure strain of homegrown Indian cotton. It is 100% rain fed and grows naturally in the most arid and drought prone regions of Kutch requiring minimal water resources. It is considered to be one of the most energy-efficient and carbon neutral crops in the world while also creating a socio economic impact on the local farmers and small scale weavers. Kala cotton fabric is a beautiful skin-friendly fabric.
linen
Linen is a biodegradable and durable natural fabric made from flax plant fibers. It has a luxurious feel and the beauty of it is that it gets stronger and softer with every wash. Linen is valued for its strength, durability, and natural luster, as well as its ability to absorb moisture and breathe, making it comfortable to wear in warm weather.
Pinatex (Pineapple Vegan Leather)
Pinatex is a super luxury leather alternative created out of pineapple leaf waste. The leaf fibers are blended with corn-based polylactic acid (PLA) and mechanically processed to generate a non-woven mesh that serves as the foundation for the fabric. Pinatex creates new income streams for pineapple farmers allowing them to fully utilize their crops as the leaf waste also becomes a usable raw material.
ORGANIC CORDUROY
Organic corduroy is a type of corduroy fabric made from organic cotton. Corduroy itself is a textile with a distinct ribbed or "cord" surface, formed by weaving extra sets of fiber into the base fabric to create parallel lines or ridges, known as wales. Made from organic cotton or other natural fibers that have been grown without the use of synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, or genetically modified organisms (GMOs). This means that the cotton used to produce organic corduroy is cultivated using sustainable agricultural practices that promote soil health, biodiversity, and environmental conservation.
Silicone leather
Organic Silicone Leather is an innovative material using the power of Silicone. It is an environment friendly material with incredible strength, flexibility and water-resistance. It is produced without the use of any harsh solvents and contains no PVC or PU, is washable and very easy to maintain.
VEGAN LEATHER
Vegan Leather is a synthetic material made from polymers which can be recycled. It is less chemically intensive than some natural leather processes such as tanning, and uses fewer resources to manufacture. It is also easy to clean and maintain.
