Lacquer, leather, latex and wetlook are often confused with each other . But there are (important) differences between these materials. We explain for each material what their specific characteristics are: Leather clothing Leather is the best to distinguish of all. Leather is made from an animal hide like cowhides and is usually dyed in a black color. In addition to clothing made of real leather, there is also clothing made of fake leather. You can find out in the text or product specifications of the product whether it is fake or real. The main features of leather clothing are: Very sturdy fabric Very durable Matte shine Often expensive in price Latex clothing Latex is made from the sap of a rubber tree . Despite this, latex clothing is very much sought after in the BDSM scene . You can make latex shine by brushing it with special lacquer. It can sometimes be difficult to put on latex clothing because it can feel rough. A little talcum powder will make it easier to put on. Latex clothing has the following characteristics: Close-fitting, wears like a second skin Very flexible Matte or glossy Often expensive in price Lacquer clothing Lacquer clothing is very similar to latex clothing , but is by no means the same. Lacquer clothing is made by applying a lacquer coating to fabric. As a result, the inside of lacquer clothing is often made of fabric , which can feel very comfortable. The disadvantage of lacquer can be that it creaks or creaks when you move in lacquer clothing. Lacquer clothing has the following characteristics: Flexible to move in Shiny Comfortable to wear Often lower prices Wetlook clothing Wetlook clothing also resembles lacquer clothing , but is often less thick and dull in color. Because of this, wet look clothing sometimes also looks like leather. But the fabric is much thinner, more flexible and cheaper . The faint shine of the fabric makes it look like the clothes are wet . This is where this fetish clothing owes its name. In contrast to latex and leather, wetlook clothing is less durable and usually of slightly less good quality. Wetlook clothing has the following characteristics: Matte glossy Flexible and comfortable to wear Often lower prices