How to Wear a Leather Jacket: 7 Outfits You Haven't Thought of Yet
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Style Notes: Here’s proof that you can pair a short, menswear-inspired leather with a typically ladylike piece. The contrasting blue and maroons work beautifully, but the high neck of the blouse and the earrings give it that feminine twist.
If you’re going to opt for leather, why not select this navy piece from Diane von Furstenberg?
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Style Notes: If you’ve recently added a coloured style to your leather jacket arsenal, don’t assume that you have to wear it with block hues. Throwing in a print such as a check or stripe is perfect for adding an unexpected twist to your look; experimentation is key.
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Style Notes: This look is crisp and light thanks to the simple colour palette and neat lines. In spring, it can be hard to wear leather (for obvious, sweaty reasons), but if you throw it over your typical workwear ensemble, you’ll be ready for a night out.
We often turn to this high-street favourite for classic leathers.
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Style Notes: Don’t shy away from longline iterations. A belted, longer-length jacket is perfect worn with cropped trousers and mules.
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Style Notes: There's something so chic about a belted leather jacket. This fun pink version is ideally paired with chic black cropped trousers and heels or ankle boots. Anything added to this ensemble will detract from its greatness.
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Style Notes: Want to lift a basic outfit? Grab a creased leather jacket, and wear with an oversized shirt and combats. We’re calling it the modern-day AllSaints.
The slightly longer cut is what we love the most about this versatile option.
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Style Notes: The weather likes to throw us curveballs all the time, so it’s always wise to have a leather trim bomber jacket in your wardrobe ready to throw on in case of an oncoming shower.
This is perfect for shoulder robing.
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This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.