From the sky to fashion: when pineapple leather takes over aviation and fashion

What if what you were wearing shared its origins with what we find in new generation aircraft?
This is the case of pineapple leather , or Piñatex , an innovative, plant-based material now used in both ethical fashion and the aeronautics industry.

At LO NEEL , we were among the pioneers in adopting it to design sustainable, vegan and bold jackets and accessories. This material is now revolutionizing aviation , a sector known for its extreme requirements in terms of strength, weight and performance.

Why is aviation interested in Piñatex?

Aviation is also seeking to reduce its carbon footprint. Faced with the climate emergency, manufacturers are turning to lighter, more durable, and environmentally friendly materials . Pineapple leather meets these criteria perfectly.

In the cabins of experimental aircraft or in certain private jets, Piñatex is being tested as an alternative to traditional leather : seat coverings, wall panels, armrests, etc. The advantages are numerous:

• Lightness: reduced fuel consumption

• Wear resistance: intensive use over the long term

• High-end aesthetics: leather effect while being 100% vegan

• Ethical production: no animal exploitation or abuse. Once the pineapple is picked, the leaves are often considered waste. With Pinatex, these leaves are used.

LO NEEL & Piñatex: same vision, same requirement

What aviation demands from pineapple leather, we also seek in our creations. At LO NEEL, each Piñatex piece is designed to last, move with you, and withstand everyday use while displaying an elegant and committed silhouette .
Our iconic Avika jacket, for example, embodies this union between contemporary design and responsible materials .

When innovation serves style... and the planet

The parallel is clear: whether it's for flying in the air or for making fashion fly towards a greener future, pineapple leather is emerging as a material of the future .

In the air as in the street, choosing Piñatex means choosing a new way of thinking about luxury: more ethical, lighter and visionary.