As I continue to do my research, fading is my only real concern about unprotected leather. I want the non-slick feel, but our sofa will receive a good deal of INDIRECT sunlight. It will also sit next to sliding glass doors that are open much of the winter (Southwest Florida). Our last upholstered sofa, recently donated, did fade, so I am concerned about it with unprotected leather.

Is there a "happy medium"? Or is indirect sunlight not a concern?