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Because behind every beautiful creation, there are people who care.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At An Vandenberk, we believe transparency goes hand in hand with sustainability<\/a>. That\u2019s why we proudly share our trusted European suppliers \u2014 artisans, family businesses, and specialists who align with our values of quality, ethics, and environmental awareness.
While many of them offer a wide range of materials, tools and services, we consciously select only those elements that meet our specific standards \u2014 both in substance and in spirit.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Leather & Reinforcement Materials<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Leer en Meer<\/strong> (NL) \u2013 We select surplus leather from their collection, including LWG Gold-certified hides from Mastrotto (IT)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

La Trouvaille<\/strong> (FR) \u2013 We source surplus leather from their stock of premium French tanneries<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vintage & Second-hand<\/strong> (BE) \u2013 Carefully chosen garments from Brussels flea markets and donations from clients<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Client-supplied items<\/strong> \u2013 Personal pieces brought in by clients and transformed into bespoke creations<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Hardware & Tools<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

MMC Colombo<\/strong> (IT) \u2013 We use their high-end brass fittings (gold\/palladium coated), made from recycled brass
\u2192 View their sustainability commitment<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MK Majuscule<\/strong> (FR) \u2013 We select locally produced hardware from their offering, distributed via Paris<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Het Leerlokaal<\/strong> (NL) \u2013 We purchase specific small-batch tools, adhesives, and reinforcements from their collection<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Berthen Seynaeve<\/strong> (BE) \u2013 Local supplier from whom we select glues and specific tools<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lederstudio<\/strong> (BE) \u2013 We use their water-based edge paint and adhesives<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Leather Sales<\/strong> (BE) \u2013 We rely on selected reinforcement materials and specialised equipment from their range<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Assaban <\/strong>(BE) \u2013 Brussels-based supplier of hardware and zippers. I purchase high-quality YKK overstock zippers here \u2013 a local and efficient way to reduce waste.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n

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Machines & Custom Tools<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Vintage Adler sewing machine <\/strong>with an upgraded motor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bespoke hand tools<\/strong>, designed and made by my father for lifelong use<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heated edge creasing tool<\/strong> repurposed from leftover materials in my fathers engineer workshop<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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These are not just suppliers \u2014 they\u2019re part of a shared mission for conscious design and lasting quality.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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