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How to Style a Leather Jacket
A well-made leather jacket is one of the most versatile pieces you can own. It works with almost anything, dresses an outfit up or down, and only looks better as it wears in. Here are some dependable ways to wear one.
The everyday casual look
The classic for a reason: a leather jacket over a plain white or grey T-shirt, with denim and clean sneakers or boots. It is effortless, and it lets the jacket do the talking. Swap the tee for a fitted knit when it gets colder.
Smart-casual
To lift a leather jacket for dinner or the office-adjacent, layer it over a crisp shirt or a fine-gauge roll-neck and pair with tailored trousers or dark, slim denim and leather boots. A biker or bomber reads more relaxed; a clean, minimal jacket reads sharper.
Layering
Leather layers beautifully. A hoodie under a roomier jacket is a comfortable weekend combination; a lightweight knit keeps the silhouette trim. In colder weather, a scarf adds warmth and a point of contrast without fighting the jacket.
Colour and contrast
- Black is the most versatile and the easiest to dress up.
- Brown and tan feel warmer and lean casual — great with denim and earth tones.
- Let the jacket be the statement and keep the rest of the outfit relatively simple.
Fit first
However you style it, fit matters most. The shoulder seams should sit where your shoulders end, and the jacket should close comfortably over a T-shirt or light knit without pulling. When in doubt, check the size guide before ordering, or use our free size exchange.
