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Spesiale Veiling 22 Julie 2009

Annual Review / Jaaroorsig 2008

Ostrich on catwalk at Russian Fashion Week

The Russian Fashion Week welcomed South African fashion designers for the first time this year. In reply to their exclusive invitation, Malcolm Kluk and Christiaan Gabriel du Toit, two Cape Town based designers, decided to introduce KLEIN KAROO ostrich leather to Mother Russia.
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Ostrich leather finishes: Innovation paves the way

The Anteprima Exhibition in Milan, Italy, is a meeting place for all the who’s who of the fashion world. In September 2007 KLEIN KAROO International: Leather showcased four finishes in ostrich leather and caused quite a stir. read more.

Ostrich leather redefines automotive interior luxury

For years, KLEIN KAROO ostrich leather has been used in the world’s finest haute couture creations. Now the natural beauty and exquisite qualities of ostrich leather add the same exclusivity to luxury motor vehicle interiors. One thing is certain, the richly textured, genuine ostrich leather sets the standard that defines luxury in automotive interior design. read more.

Fabulous Ostrich Leather – Interior designers’ dream

When is furniture not just furniture? When it is upholstered in the richly textured luxury of KLEIN KAROO ostrich leather! The scuff resistance of ostrich leather and superior tear strength make it highly durable. Along with KLEIN KAROO’S palette of over 400 colours and finishes, it is possible to effectively enhance a modern über lifestyle. read more.

Ostrich leather and feathers on show at Paris Fashion Week

It was the bird of birds – the ostrich – that stole the show on the catwalk at the 2006 Paris Fashion Week. South African designer, Gavin Rajah, showed several pieces using KLEIN KAROO ostrich leather and feathers. Globally ostrich leather has become increasingly fashionable. KLEIN KAROO International: Leather supplies major European brands like Hermes, Gucci, Bulgari and Channel with ostrich leather. read more..

KLEIN KAROO International Leather
"Buyers of distinction know the difference"

Ostrich leather processing at KLEIN KAROO has advanced tremendously since ostrich skins were first processed here in 1970. Since 1945 KLEIN KAROO has accumulated a wealth of knowledge about ostriches. Technological advancements and ongoing research have enabled KLEIN KAROO to produce the very best exotic leather – from farm reared ostriches only. Today our leather is the choice of the most discerning buyers from around the world.

KLEIN KAROO represents more than 800 farmer members and is the biggest supplier of ostrich leather in the world. The Leather Marketing division is the only ostrich leather manufacturer which offers its products in 37 standard colours in its range of more than 300.

Our leading position in the ostrich leather industry worldwide is testament to our fundamental belief – KLEIN KAROO is the Hallmark of Quality.

Key Policies

Klein Karoo uses only farm reared ostriches
The quality control is of the highest order and consistent throughout the process of preparing the skins
All skins are guaranteed by Klein Karoo to be of premium quality

KLEIN KAROO International (KKI) (Pty) Ltd Ostrich Leather Marketing Offers:

• extraordinary quality in body and legskin leather
• an expanded range of almost 400 colors and shades
• top leather to the top brands in the fashion capitals of the world
• a wealth of experience
• technologically advanced processes and systems
• world-class equipment and warehouse facilities
• continued research and development to enhance consistent quality
• scientific and sound production practices

The first ostrich skins were processed in August 1970. Since then the state of the art KLEIN KAROO Tannery at Oudtshoorn made excellent progress. Today KLEIN KAROO presents:

• an ISO 9001 : 2000 certified facility
• top-class, versatile ostrich leather
• highly skilled supervision
• every possible researched technical quality
• achievement and maintenance of the highest quality standards
• top quality for local and export markets
• a comprehensive research and development facility

KLEIN KAROO Leather is alluring, durable and most attractive
KLEIN KAROO Leather is Value added tanned and colour coded
KLEIN KAROO Hallmark of Quality Leather is demanded by manufacturers and designers around the globe for:

• fashion garments
• fashion accessories
• automotive products
• furniture products
• stationery
• interior decoration
• gifts
• hobbies

More than 15 finishes including Saddle, Classic, Brush-off and Plunge and almost 400 colors, best suited for unique applications are on offer. Legskins are available in the full variety of popular colors and different finishes e.g. Glazed, Brush-Off, Safari and Saddle.