We are a provider of fish leather of exceptional quality. Our current stocks of wolffish, cod, perch and salmon are on sale.
About
NYVIDD represents fish leather of the best quality available on the market, each leather has defining features and unique characteristics from various species of fish. We currently exchange fish leathers from suppliers based in Northern Europe. A large portion of our selection of leathers are fully biodegradable, tanned without metal and colored with natural dyes. However, degrees of naturality may vary depending on stocks. We aim to only sell naturally processed skins, however, we will disclose if the product is tanned and dyed with harsh chemicals.
We exchange in fish skins that are by-products of the fishing industry, otherwise ending up in waste. With the increasing attention to traceability of goods, especially when dealing with animal skins within the incredibility polluting fishing industry, NYVIDD encourages the use of natural processes.
Vision
We intend to grow our connections with tanneries, fisheries and dyers, as well as the artists and designers whom purchase our stock of skins. See our projects and collaborations page for inspiration and news on past and endeavors upcomings.
NYVIDD encourages collaborations with individuals and businesses who have interest in our services. With an ever growing body of projects, NYVIDD is as much a creative in the alternative to industrial leather industry as it is a supplier of skins.
Email for inquiries
info@nyvidd.nl & zoe@visleer.nl
Based in Eindhoven, NL
History of fish leather
The hide of marine animals has been used for clothing and practical objects for millennia. Think seal, snake, crocodile skin, whale fat, feathers. All materials that have been put to use in rich cultural histories.
Fish leather tanneries have faded into the background since the industrial age, However, with increasing demand for alternatives for to commercial leather, the industry around fish leather is thriving.
Uses for fish skin
Fish skin contains high amounts of collagen, a type of protein that is also found in human skin, muscles, tendons, ligaments. Leftover skins are often ground and made into protein powder, however skins also contain plenty of mercury and pollutant toxins.
Other uses for fish skin include Pet food.
Fish skins can be used to treat burn wounds.
Sustainability pledge
We are dedicated to developing tanning methods which are not harmful to the environment and dealing with suppliers who can also be transparent in their operations. We trade only in skins that are by-products of the fishing industry. We source our leathers from MSc certified fisheries that discard skins. Skins are hand sorted and largest skins are chosen to make leathers.
Most of our fish originates from fish farms in Northern Europe, North Sea, North Atlantic.
We will always try to use recycled packaging and ensure transport of leathers is to a minimum.
Suppliers
NYVIDD represents fish leather from various tanneries.
The main supply chain of current stock is northern Europe, between Iceland, Norway, Scotland, Ireland, France and Netherlands.
In our current stock we possess Cod and Wolffish leathers from Iceland, Salmon leathers from France and Germany and Perch from Lake Victoria, Tanzania.