The Leather Jacket: Never Miss an Opportunity to Wear It

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Every year, certain fashion pieces stand out from the rest. Every year, trends emerge that highlight a style, a garment, a look. 

And during this back-to-school period, newness is a must. The style trends for autumn/winter 2023-2024 have been revealed, and already influencers and fashion icons are wearing what will be all the rage this season. But as I mentioned, among these trends, there is often one that stands out. The one we will see everywhere, on Instagram, at fashion shows, in the streets.

And at this time, it is the leather jacket that stands out. But not just any leather jacket. The vintage, brown, and seemingly worn leather jacket. 

However, knowing that it will be everywhere won’t help you understand how to wear it, for what occasions, and in what style.
So here is what you will find in this article. Tips for embracing this upcoming trend. A selection of pieces to shop as well as a style proposal to never miss an opportunity to wear the leather jacket !

Leather Jacket: The Fashion Piece That Unanimously Rules for Fall 2023 

When we talk about leather jackets, several models may come to mind. Over the last few seasons, this adventurous jacket has been re-mastered by many fashion houses. I particularly think of the leather trench coat reimagined by Bottega Veneta or Chloé during the autumn/winter 2022 fashion week, or the leather bomber jacket aka the racing jacket spotted on all the fashion influencers. 

The fashion sphere has shown us that leather jackets are widely trending.

But this fall, this iconic jacket has been revamped. It was seen in a new light on the runways of the autumn/winter 2023-2024 collections. The trendiest fashion houses all released a model with a vintage effect. Saint Laurent focused on bombers while Fendi opted for a brown leather trench. Diesel played with color balance, fully embracing the worn jacket look.

In terms of street style, the same dynamic persists. Short, long, elongated, or oversized leather jackets, but definitely brown and resolutely vintage.

How to Wear a Leather Jacket? Instructions for Use

The leather jacket is trending in the fashion sphere. That’s a fact. But how to successfully make it your own outside of runways and street style? How to wear a leather jacket well this fall 2023? Because yes, dressing easily with a leather jacket is possible. And even better, it could boost your fashion quotient like never before.

Leather Jacket: Choosing the Right Model

I mentioned it earlier. There are several types of leather jackets. I’m thinking of the long leather trench coat, the retro aviator-style leather jacket, the tailored leather jacket, oversized leather, biker-style leather, leather bombers, etc.

It is therefore important to settle on the model that you think will suit your morphology as well as your tastes and needs. For example, if you are petite, you might want to opt for a short jacket with knee-high boots rather than a long leather trench that could weigh down your silhouette.

Similarly, for the season. Opt for a padded leather jacket, comfortable and warm if you plan to wear it for autumn-winter.

This may seem basic, but it is crucial to ensure that you won’t regret your investment. Let’s remember, genuine leather jackets are expensive.

Don’t Neglect Volume to Wear a Leather Jacket Well

What is very appealing about the women’s leather jacket is that it is considered a good basic, just like denim, a blazer, or a pair of sneakers. In other words, no matter what you want to wear, the leather jacket will adapt to easily complement your outfit. 

This also means that it is good to have one in your wardrobe.

You can wear the leather jacket in a rock’n’roll style with leather pants, boots, and a white t-shirt, just as well as with a simple short black dress or palazzo pants to play with volumes. With heels, boots, or sneakers. Layering or not. In short, the combinations are limitless. 

What might decide you on the choice of model is possibly the occasion. If you want to wear a leather jacket for an evening out, choose an elegant, slim model with beautiful details. For the daytime, conversely, turn to a more oversized, vintage model, with that worn effect reminiscent of the aesthetic codes of the nineties.

Dare to Play with Combinations with the Leather Trend

What can make the difference with this jacket is the combination. And for that, you have two main avenues.

The first is to fully embrace the leather trend. Dare the total look by wearing your jacket with leather pants or a leather skirt (short or long), and leather boots. With this monochrome style, boldness is guaranteed.

Conversely, you can play with materials and/or layers. For example, a short leather bomber jacket pairs very well with fitted and slit pants. Just as it does with printed flare pants or good denim. And why not layer with a short dress, a long cardigan, or a trench coat and a loose leather jacket on top? It’s the perfect opportunity to add style with a simple jacket.

Inspiration Looks with a Leather Jacket

Women’s Leather Jackets: Selection by Modalova

💡 And to learn more about the fashion trends of the season, don’t miss this article on back-to-school looks. This will give you the opportunity to see that other jackets like the blazer are also trending for this key time of year!