Materials
At Fairfax & Favor, materials matter. From soft Italian suedes to rugged waterproof linings, we select every component for its durability, beauty and performance. Whether you’re slipping into a boot, carrying a bag or layering outerwear, the quality starts with what it’s made from.
Leather
Heritage Quality That Ages Beautifully
Leather is at the heart of what we do. From the first Fairfax & Favor boot to today's full collection, we’ve always selected the finest leathers for their natural strength, richness and ability to age beautifully. Each hide is carefully sourced and expertly treated to bring out its best qualities, creating products that grow more beautiful with every wear.
These materials are used across our footwear, bags and accessories, bringing timeless quality to every piece.
Full-Grain Leather
Strong, breathable and naturally beautiful, developing a rich patina over time.
Vegetable-Tanned Leather
Eco-conscious and richly coloured, maturing gracefully with wear.
Nubuck
Lightly buffed top-grain leather with a soft, velvety feel and refined durability.
WATERPROOF LEATHERS & TECHNICAL LININGS
Built for the Elements. Tested for Real Life.
When style needs to meet the outdoors, we combine natural materials with smart technical enhancements. Designed for weather resistance and wearability, these performance-focused components ensure you never have to choose between form and function.
Water-Resistant Leather – Treated to repel moisture while maintaining natural breathability.
Sympatex® Lining – A waterproof, breathable membrane that keeps feet dry in all weather.
Suedes
Soft, Breathable, and Signature to Our Brand
Suede is a defining element of the Fairfax & Favor look-relaxed, refined, and effortlessly stylish. We use premium suedes known for their soft texture, natural flexibility and matte finish across a wide range of products.
Cow Suede
Luxuriously soft with a classic nap, ideal for shaping elegant boots, shoes and bags.
Goat Suede
Finer in grain and ultra-supple, offering a slightly lighter, smoother feel. Typically seen in outerwear
Toscana Shearling
A plush, natural shearling with a suede outer and silky inner pile bringing warmth and texture to our outerwear.
TEXTURED & STATEMENT FINISHES
Elevated Detail Through Embossing, Printing & Metallic Sheen
Texture plays a key role in expressing individuality across our collections. From embossed patterns to printed suede and metallic accents, these finishes add depth, interest and distinction, bringing classic silhouettes to life with refined character.
Featured in collections such as Windsor, Loxley, Langham, Brancaster and Vienna, these finishes introduce a modern edge to our timeless craftsmanship.
Croc-Embossed Leather
Emulates the bold, luxurious texture of exotic skins.
Pebble-Grain Embossing
Adds structure and durability with a subtle, uniform grain.
Printed Suede
Digitally printed for rich colour and custom graphics, while maintaining its soft, tactile appeal.
Metallic Leather
Foil-finished for a luminous sheen that delivers understated glamour.
FABRICS & HERITAGE TEXTILES
Outerwear Built with Character
Beyond leather and suede, we turn to heritage fabrics that reflect our rural-meets-refined aesthetic. Selected for their resilience, texture and legacy, these materials bring our outerwear to life, designed to perform, tailored to flatter, and finished with timeless appeal.
Velvet - Luxuriously plush with a rich nap, perfect for statement pieces.
Herringbone Wool - Classic structure, tailored elegance, and heritage styling in every stitch.
MATERIAL SPOTLIGHT
Halley Stevensons® Waxed Cotton British Heritage. Modern Performance.
We proudly feature Halley Stevensons® waxed cotton, crafted in Dundee, Scotland and trusted for over 150 years. This premium fabric combines traditional techniques with modern innovation to deliver durable, breathable, and water-resistant outerwear.
Built to withstand the elements and improve with age, each yard reflects timeless craftsmanship and our commitment to purposeful, high-performance materials.
"At Fairfax & Favor, our goal is simple: to create products that feel as good as they look, and perform as well as they last. Every detail-from the stitching on a boot to the grain of a leather-is considered with purpose. We work closely with our material suppliers, many of whom we’ve built long-standing relationships with, to ensure every component meets our standards for quality, comfort and craftsmanship. It’s a collaborative process that starts with trust and ends with timeless products our customers can rely on."
Rose McNamara, Head of Product Development
