Amazon fish leather is now fashion in NYC

Beautiful and unusual sustainable fish leather can now be found in upscale New York bags, Texas cowboy boots and fashion weeks all over the world. Sales of pirarucu leather products provide a livable income to hundreds of Amazon families who also keep the forest healthy because it protects their livelihood.

The pirarucu leather first made inroads in Texas, where it is used in cowboy boots. But the fashion industry is increasingly taking notice.In New York City, the luxury brand Piper & Skye has used pirarucu leather for shoulder bags, waist packs and purses that can fetch up to $850.