At S.W. James, every leather is hand-chosen for its character, comfort, and ability to age with grace. From the relaxed, lived-in feel of our Vintage Leathers—soft, supple, and rich with natural markings—to the refined patina of our Heritage Leathers, made to deepen and mellow over time, each hide is selected for how beautifully it wears. For those who favour a cleaner, more contemporary finish, our Classic Leathers offer a smooth, understated look while still retaining the warmth and soul of traditional craftsmanship. Whether you’re drawn to the bold depth of British racing green, the timeless appeal of rich tobacco, or the quiet elegance of midnight blue, our leathers are designed to grow more beautiful with every sit, crease, and passing year.
S.W. James Leathers
Our Vintage Leathers
The S.W. James Vintage Leather range is designed to feel like it’s been part of your life forever. Soft, relaxed, and full of natural character, each hide is hand-finished to bring out its unique grain and markings—no two hides are ever quite the same. With a gently worn-in look from day one, these leathers are made to age beautifully, growing softer and more distinctive with every year. It’s leather with soul—crafted for comfort, built to last, and destined to tell your story.
Vintage - Dark Brown
A rich dark brown leather, full of soul and subtle texture—made to look lived-in from day one. Marked by natural character and crafted to age beautifully, it softens with every sit, telling a story that’s entirely your own.
Vintage - Honey
A rich honey leather with a soft, sun-warmed glow—designed to feel lived-in from the very first sit. Supple and full of natural character, it’s made to mellow and deepen over time, growing more beautiful with every crease and touch.
Vintage - Black
Black Vintage leather with a gently worn-in feel—soft, relaxed, and quietly confident from day one. Its natural grain and subtle patina deepen over time, giving it a rich, lived-in character that only gets better with age.
Vintage - Green
Vintage Green leather in a classic British racing green—a rich, heritage-inspired tone with a subtle, lived-in finish. Soft to the touch and full of natural charm, it’s designed to age gracefully, gaining character and depth with every passing year.
Vintage - Grey
Vintage Grey leather in a soft, balanced tone—elegant, understated, and quietly versatile. With its relaxed texture and natural grain, it feels lived-in from the start, developing warmth and depth as it ages gracefully.
Vintage - Claret
Vintage Claret leather in a deep, rich red—bold yet refined, with a tone that nods to tradition and character. Its supple texture and natural grain offer a gently worn-in feel from day one, evolving beautifully as it softens and deepens over time.
Vintage Leathers
Take a look inside our customers’ homes and see how Vintage Leather comes to life—soft, characterful, and full of soul. Each piece tells its own story.
Our Heritage Leathers
The S.W. James Heritage Leathers collection is a celebration of character, craft, and quiet confidence. Each shade—from the warm, timeworn glow of Brandy to the deep, smoky richness of Burgundy and the inky elegance of Midnight Blue—is chosen for its natural depth and ability to age with grace. These leathers are supple, full of life, and made to look lived-in from day one, developing a unique patina that tells your story over time. Whether it’s the mellow amber of Whiskey or the bold, earthy charm of Tobacco, every piece in the collection is designed to feel like an old favourite the moment you sink in.
Heritage - Tobaco
A deep tobacco-toned leather, steeped in warmth and character, like the cover of an old gentleman’s journal. Supple to the touch and rich with natural depth, it promises to age beautifully—growing only more handsome with every passing year.
Heritage - Ebony
Ebony black leather, dark as midnight and smooth as a whispered secret. Understated yet commanding, it gathers character with time—each crease a quiet mark of distinction.
Heritage - Brandy
Brandy leather, warm and golden like late afternoon sun on aged oak. Its gentle sheen and buttery feel hint at comfort and character, destined to deepen into something truly timeless.
Heritage - Whiskey
Whiskey leather, a burnished amber tone with the warmth of a slow fire. Lively yet grounded, it carries a natural depth that mellows gracefully, gaining richness with every crease and year.
Heritage - Redwood
A deep, smoky burgundy leather—like the last pour of a vintage claret by firelight. Bold and brooding, it softens with time, revealing layers of warmth and richness beneath its dark, elegant surface.
Heritage - Midnight Blue
Midnight blue leather, inky and refined, like the sky just before dawn. Quietly striking, it reveals its depth slowly—gathering a soft, smoky patina that only deepens its mysterious charm.
Heritage Leathers
Take a look inside our customers’ homes and see how Heritage Leather comes to life—soft, characterful, and full of soul. Each piece tells its own story.
Vintage - Dark Brown
A rich dark brown leather, full of soul and subtle texture—made to look lived-in from day one. Marked by natural character and crafted to age beautifully, it softens with every sit, telling a story that’s entirely your own.
Vintage - Honey
A rich honey leather with a soft, sun-warmed glow—designed to feel lived-in from the very first sit. Supple and full of natural character, it’s made to mellow and deepen over time, growing more beautiful with every crease and touch.
Vintage - Black
Black Vintage leather with a gently worn-in feel—soft, relaxed, and quietly confident from day one. Its natural grain and subtle patina deepen over time, giving it a rich, lived-in character that only gets better with age.
Vintage - Dark Brown
A rich dark brown leather, full of soul and subtle texture—made to look lived-in from day one. Marked by natural character and crafted to age beautifully, it softens with every sit, telling a story that’s entirely your own.
Vintage - Honey
A rich honey leather with a soft, sun-warmed glow—designed to feel lived-in from the very first sit. Supple and full of natural character, it’s made to mellow and deepen over time, growing more beautiful with every crease and touch.
Vintage - Black
Black Vintage leather with a gently worn-in feel—soft, relaxed, and quietly confident from day one. Its natural grain and subtle patina deepen over time, giving it a rich, lived-in character that only gets better with age.