At Agnelle, we are committed to offering exceptional products in complete transparency, with rigorous attention paid to the quality and origin of our materials. Our leathers are carefully selected from two certified European suppliers, chosen for their savoir-faire, traceability and environmental commitment.

Our skins come exclusively from the food industry, which means that no animal is bred for its skin. By making the most of this natural material, we are helping to limit waste and make our production part of a circular economy.

“We stopped using fur several years ago when it became clear that both the traceability of the skins and the treatment of the animals could not give us guarantees we could trust. We decided to only use skins from animals whose meat was consumed. Today, the entire French leather industry, and Europe in general, is working to ensure that animal rearing, transport and slaughter are as dignified as possible,” dixit Sophie Grégoire.

Our partners demonstrate a deep commitment to sustainability and ethics, respecting rigorous quality standards. They are certified by international labels such as the Leather Working Group (LWG) and comply with REACH regulations. Some tanneries also comply with the SA 8000 standard, guaranteeing responsible working conditions. Traceability, resource management and waste water treatment are rigorously monitored, ensuring the quality and durability of our leathers.

For linings, we favour exceptional natural materials such as alpaca, a rare, soft and resistant fibre from environmentally-friendly farms. Its production, which uses very little water, is part of a responsible approach at every stage.

By surrounding ourselves with partners who share our vision and are rooted in a family tradition, we are affirming our desire to offer quality products that respect the environment and promote human values.

Agnelle is one of the very few glove-making to use mainly dipped lambskin. This unique tanning method gives each skin its authenticity, quality and incomparably soft feel. Using this method, the colouring of the hide is obtained by dyeing it in a full bath and not covered by another finishing coat. The dye does not alter the suppleness of the skin, which follows the shape of the hand to better support its daily movements. After each movement, the glove returns to its original shape, without stretching or deteriorating.

“It's important for us to widen our selection to include skins with rough edges, otherwise they won't be processed and will end up in the bin! Our cutters have to take the time to analyse each skin, because no two are identical, in order to make the best possible use of them. This is one of the main reasons why our cutting methods have remained the same since Ganterie Agnelle was founded,” says Sophie Grégoire.

Unlike synthetic materials derived from petrochemicals, leather, when properly sourced and worked, is a natural, robust and durable material. It can be repaired and develops a patina over time, and its longevity makes it a responsible choice in the face of ultra-consumerism. Thanks to the commitment of our partners, controlled tanning processes and a selection of skins recycled from the food industry, we defend a vision of leather that respects people and the planet.