The Obtainer - 2/12/25, Wednesday

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The Obtainer

Wednesday,
February 12th Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

It’s masculine, incredibly luxurious and more versatile than you might initially think. We’re talking about leather. And not for your shoes or jacket—for your home.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

Unexpected Ways to Add Leather to Your Place

When you think of decorating your home with leather, perhaps your first thought goes straight to the leather sofa or old school club chair. Not that there's anything wrong with that. Those are both timeless and masculine pieces, but there's so much more you can do with this versatile material.

The rich, tanned hides are inherently luxurious. They're smooth, warm and tactile—inviting you to run your hand across the surface. No matter your personal style or budget, there are now copious amounts of leather pieces available to upgrade your place. Designers from Nate Berkus to Sebastian Zuchowicki often pull unexpected items upholstered in leather to add intrigue to their rooms. Over time, these items—from ottomans and accent chairs to benches—develop an added layer of worn-in patina to make them feel even cooler. So they're worth the investment since they'll truly only get better with age. Ready to try a piece or two? We've pulled together some of our current favorites, all available to ship right to your door.

Our Picks

A desk wrapped entirely in smooth leather, with exposed stitching along all seams.

Vella leather desk,
$3,495 by Frag

 

This slender lamp has a leather-wrapped brass base that looks great in the warm light.

Leather-wrapped lamp,
$149 by Pottery Barn

 

The woven pattern adds soft texture and gives off big Bottega Venneta vibes for a fraction of the cost.

Woven leather pouf,
$299 by Studio ANANSI

5 Stylish Items to Buy This Week

Are you a renter? Or simply afraid of hard-wiring a lamp into your wall? Then this is the light for you. Instantly add some design intrigue while also adding a warm glow to any room with Poplight's ingenious stick-on sconces ($99). They attach to any wall in seconds—no tools needed. USB-C rechargeable for easy, hassle-free power. Everything you need is included for a seamless setup, they come in seven different colors and if you want a pair, you get a bundle discount.

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Drops to
Watch For
 
 

G-SHOCK makes yet another innovative leap into the future of watchmaking by launching its new “Tough Silicone Band”. The proprietary material, which took ten years to hone, combines silicone and urethane properties and features a shimmery, high-gloss finish. It looks like metal, with a sleek and minimalist aesthetic, and yet it’s pliable and ready for any adventure.

Available today

 
Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

Ten Thousand's signature Interval shorts are the ultimate gym shorts. They're available in a range of colors, lengths and liners—and now they're on sale, too.

$68 / $40.80
by Ten Thousand

 

Hoka's Mafate Speed 2 is grounded by Vibram's Megagrip tread to support and stabilize every step. Plus, it looks pretty cool too.

$170 / $102
by Hoka

 

Cut from a soft and breathable boiled wool, this shirt-jacket elevates the handsome layering piece. And now you can grab it in multiple colors for over $100 off.

$330 / $198 by NN07

 

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