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The options for cruelty-free alternatives to genuine leather have been booming over the past few years. Known as “vegan leather,” these synthetics have the look, feel, wear and durability of real leather, but are they actually good for the environment? Regarding conventional synthetics made from PVC, which is not recyclable or made from a renewable resource, not so much. But there are new options you should look out for that are vegan and PVC-free. “Leathers” made from pineapple and grape waste are becoming popular, and new ones from apples, mushroom, corn and mango are on the horizon, too.

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