Manufacturing & Ethics

All of our jackets are made exclusively in North America, without using sweatshop or slave labor.

WE CONDEMN THE PRACTICES THAT MANY CLOTHING MANUFACTURERS EMPLOY TODAY. INDEPENDENCE BROTHERS’ JACKETS ARE MADE WITH BOTH THE CONSUMER AND THE PRODUCER’S WELL BEING IN MIND.

Below are a few reasons why we are different from unethical manufacturers such as Temu or Shein:

  • All workers in our factories are over the age of 18.
  • Our leather is sourced exclusively from the local food industry.
  • We also support local tanneries/businesses with our production sourcing when possible.
  • Our workshop is naturally lit, properly illuminated at night, maintained, and safe to work in.
  • Workers work standard hours with holidays and a fair wage.

  • We personally visit our manufacturer regularly to ensure they meet our standards

Our Leather

Full Grain Leather is a high quality leather that is usually untouched by any finishing process. As a result, Full Grain Leather retains its animal hide imperfections and strength. It is useful for creating jackets, shoes, furniture, or any leather-based item that's built to last. Unlike some mass-produced leather jackets that are usually made of Split Grain Leather, Bonded Leather, or even Faux Leather, our Full Grain Leather jackets aren't made from leather byproducts or pulps.

Premium & Vegetable-Tanned

Our leather is tanned and dyed in barrels by tannery masters with hundreds of years of experience, so you can rest assured that your jacket will breathe well, resist damage, and last for years to come.