# Leather Trend Report Discover Unique Uses for Rawhide That Entice Patrons of All Ages By Taylor Keefe | Published 2012-03-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-trend-report References: [trendreports](http://www.trendreports.com/research/leather) In fashion, leather has experienced a long history of success. It's a material that has been sought after and used by the world's leading fashion designers. The [Leather Trend Report](http://www.trendreports.com/research/leather) examines a variety of ways leather is currently used, and not just for fashion. From art to advertising, our report sheds light on the most innovative leather trends. Rife with thousands of examples of market research, complemented by 256 PRO Trends, our crowd-sourced research will provide valuable insight from a global network of fashionistas, tastemakers and savvy consumers. Featured in the report are topics like *Glam Gothica*, which looks at the modern makeover of goth culture and how the fashion world is adding a touch of sophistication to its eccentric, [leather-clad wardrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsak-spring-collection). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Glam Gothica:** Expanding the modern makeover of goth culture to include a touch of sophistication through innovative leather fashion trends. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Exploring new ways to incorporate leather in innovative and unconventional designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [PETA-Approved Leather Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-leather-alternative.md) - [Vegan Leather Collection Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fw25-vegan-leather.md) - [Travel-Inspired Handbag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patricia-nash-designs-bags.md) - [Dinosaur-Themed Leather Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/labgrown-leather-ltd.md) - [Ultra-Thin Functional Leather Materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/light-leather-organza.md) - [Cruelty-Free Leather Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crueltyfree-leather-alternative.md) - [Eco-Minded Leather Variants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tata-international.md) - [Fruit-Based Leather Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peelsphere.md) - [Trend Prediction Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tagwalk.md)