Quark
Upcycling fish skins into sustainable luxury
Quark produces durable, premium exotic leather for designers and luxury brands by upcycling discarded fish skins from the food industry. This innovative process uses plant-based vegetable tanning, avoiding harmful chemicals, and allows water waste to be reused for irrigation. The local Tunisian production reduces transportation impact, and the long-lasting, unique material offers a sustainable alternative to resource-intensive exotic leathers.
Company/Institution
Privacy Leather
I have created the company in 2019, after 4 years of perfecting fish skins vegetable tanning process. I collect fish skins from the food industry, local fishmongers and restaurants, then we upcycle them into sustainable exotic leather to create sustainable luxury products. Our tanning and dying process are based exclusively on vegetable extracts, so we can use the water waste for irrigation.
Country
Tunisia
Website
Designer(s)
Maher Sellami
I have always been passionate about fashion, exploring innovative designs and materials. After completing my Master’s degree in Marketing in France, I deepened my knowledge of sustainability and the circular economy. In 2013, during a trip to Italy, I discovered fish leather and immediately felt the need to combine fashion, circular economy, and marketing to create my brand, Quark. I also collaborate with a former Hermes leather expert, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship and luxury.