Crafted Responsibly: Why We Use LWG Certified Leatherand GRS Certified Microfiber

At Kalā Watch Co., every detail matters, not just in how our watches look and feel, but also in how they’re made. As a brand rooted in storytelling and heritage, we believe craftsmanship should go hand in hand with responsibility.

That’s why our leather straps are built using ethical materials and sustainable processes that respect both people and the planet.

We Only Use LWG-Certified Leather

We only use leather from tanneries that are certified by the Leather Working Group (LWG); a global organization that promotes environmentally responsible and ethical leather production.

LWG certification ensures that the tanneries we work with:

  • Use water and energy efficiently
  • Follow strict chemical safety protocols
  • Maintain transparent, traceable supply chains for leather
  • Operate in ways that are safer for workers and the environment

Depending on the design, we use different types of leather across our strap range including top-grain, printed, and suede finishes. Regardless of the style, the inner lining that sits against your skin is always made with soft, top-grain leather for everyday comfort.

By choosing LWG certified partners, we make sure that every strap we offer not only looks good but is also made with respect for people, materials, and the planet.

Premium brown Saffiano leather strap 20 mm for watches

What is GRS-Certified Microfiber used as strap padding?

Inside every Kalā strap is a layer of GRS certified microfiber, which we use as padding. This layer adds thickness, structure, and stability, helping the strap maintain its shape over time while staying soft and flexible on the wrist.

The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) ensures that this microfiber:

  • Is made from recycled materials
  • Meets environmental and social responsibility standards
  • Follows safe chemical and processing practices
  • Can be traced through every stage of production

By choosing GRS certified microfiber, we’re reducing waste and using smarter alternatives to traditional synthetic fillers, without compromising on comfort or quality.

It’s one more way we ensure that every component of our watch straps is built not just for design, but for conscious craftsmanship.

Why It Matters?

At Kalā, transparency isn’t a marketing tool, it’s a principle. We believe you deserve to know exactly what you’re buying, how it was made, and where it comes from.

We’re proud of the materials we use, and we’re committed to sharing as much information as possible so that you can make an informed, confident decision not just about what you wear, but what you support.

What you wear should feel right inside and out, that’s why every Kalā strap is shaped by transparency, responsibility, and purpose.