The Pretty Spring Trend You Can Wear Now Without Risk of Freezing

If the catwalks are anything to go by, it looks like this year is set to be exceptionally strong in the fashion stakes. Of course, there are some trends we've come to expect like clockwork (here's looking at you, florals), and although that doesn't dampen their appeal, we often find ourselves yearning for a fresh sartorial movement. That's where 2020 comes in, as luckily for us, there are countless new trends to try!

The '90s are still just as prevalent as they were last year but, in lieu of cycling shorts and scrunchies, the decade as adopted a chicer guise. Joining it, however, is the likes of waistcoats, heeled thong sandals and the return of the long-forgotten racer-back vest—all of which we haven't seen on the style circuit for years. However, of them all, there's one trend I'm looking forward to trying above all else: coloured leather.

"Leather was one of the key fabrics for A/W 19, and this is continuing into summer, showing that the boundaries between seasons are becoming much less defined," reveals Hannah Almassi, Who What Wear's editorial director. "This isn't your typical summer trend, however; designers have played with lighter shades and lightweight leathers, and items like Bermuda shorts are coming in leather (we can thank Bottega Veneta for that one). Moda Operandi has seen an 85% increase in leather sales for S/S 20."

Turns out that I'm not the only one who's welcoming the coloured leather trend with open arms. Already, some of Instagram's elite dressers are donning it in every hue you can think of. If you too are tempted to go technicolour with your leather, keep scrolling to see how the coolest girls are currently wearing it, then proceed to shop my favourite pieces below.

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Nnenna matches her gorgeous Saks Potts coat with a pair of equally bright yellow boots. 

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Hanna pays homage to Legally Blonde in this pink leather two-piece. 

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Vanessa takes the muted approach with a khaki leather trench. 

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We love how Emili clashes her cobalt blue leather coat with yellow floral trousers. 

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Alyssa carries the trend into summer in the form of Bermuda shorts. 

SHOP THE BEST COLOURED LEATHER PIECES

Next, read up on all of 2020's top trends with our expert guide to the new season.

Maxine Eggenberger
Deputy Editor

Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s deputy editor and has over twelve years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and elevated style content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, self-styled shopping stories, and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, works closely with influencer talent on content initiatives, represents the brand at industry events, and regularly contributes to social media. Previously, Maxine appeared on TV in her own fashion segment and has interviewed countless celebrities—everyone from Victoria Beckham to Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o. 


Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine’s career began when, after completing her first-ever internship, she was offered a position on the Look magazine fashion desk. She accepted, leaving university a year early in the process. She went on to become the title's fashion news and commercial content editor, with a stint as InStyle.co.uk’s fashion writer along the way. She later served as Look’s acting Editor in Chief before embarking on a successful freelance career, working with Grazia, The Pool, and Marie Claire amongst others. Maxine works remotely from her countryside home near Edinburgh.