How to choose a leather jacket

For many vegetarians, it is a deadly sin to wear animal skins. However, when it comes to such a cultural icon as a leather jacket, such mores seem to lose their power. A leather jacket embodies a particular style that can satisfy, if not all, then many, regardless of your social status, gender, age or size. And I often ask myself: 'What is the secret of her success? What's the magic? ' And every year I am amazed at how my favorite 'leather jackets' continue to shine from the catwalks, revealing themselves to the audience in all sorts of new colors and unique styles. Today we will talk about what styles of 'leather jacket' can be found on the streets and how to choose a leather jacket for a man.

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Styles of leather jackets
Aviator leather jacket
Leather bomber jacket
Biker leather jacket
Hooded leather jacket
Leather vest and colored leather
Look Book Leather Jackets
Finally

Styles of leather jackets

The peak of popularity of a leather jacket came in the 50s of the 20th century. She became part of the Hollywood image, which is why she became widespread among all walks of life. And to this day, the leather jacket does not become outdated, and continues to keep up with the times.

The choice of a leather jacket greatly influences the message you send to those around you, for example, brown will tell you that you are a nice and peaceful guy, while black leather is associated with rebellious nature. Take your style seriously and create your own unique look.

Aviator leather jacket

With Tom Cruise starring in Top Shooter, the style came into fashion and became an integral part of the current military trend. But in the film, a lightweight version was used, while various liners are usually hemmed to keep warm.

Tom Cruise in an aviator jacket and Kelly McGillis

The aviator, who has found practical application in the US Army, has placed himself with pathos in our wardrobes, remaining to this day a popular style not only among film fans, but also fans of the immortal classics. Looks good:

with military boots;
with a jumper;
with classic jeans.

Men's leather jacket aviator brown Men's leather jacket aviator burgundy Men's leather jacket aviator black

Leather bomber jacket

The famous James Dean glorified this style by starring in three of the most popular and, unfortunately, the last films in his life: 'East of Paradise', 'Rebel Without Ideal' and 'The Giant'.

James Dean in a leather bomber jacket

It is worth saying that this style is quite diverse and will suit most men, regardless of age and physique. If you have narrow shoulders, look for a belted jacket that will accentuate your waist. If you have problems with your waist, then exclude the belt from your wardrobe, and no one will see anything extra. Well, if you have a double chin, then a high collar will create the desired effect of a long neck.

We could say that Bomber is a stylish extension of the Aviator, perhaps even more elegant and defiant. Pairs well with cashmere and party shirts, plus:

with Brogue style boots;
with a denim shirt;
with skinny jeans.

Men's leather bomber jacket blue Men's leather bomber jacket in black glossy leather Men's leather bomber jacket in black matte leather

Biker leather jacket

This already popular style has raised the inimitable Marlon Brando to a pedestal, playing in a film called 'The Savage'. Again, Biker will suit almost any man, the main thing is to emphasize the desired part of the figure. This style gives masculinity and instills a rebellious spirit.

Marlon Brando in a biker leather jacket

Don't worry if you are out of shape, the Biker will reliably cover all your 'irregularities'. The main thing is to choose the right clothes for this jacket:

with a t-shirt;
with ankle boots;
with slim fit black jeans.

Man in black leather biker jacket Man in glossy leather biker jacket Men's biker leather jacket in brown

Hooded leather jacket

As a fan of sweatshirts, David Beckham inspired many fans with his example of a combination of a hood and a leather jacket. Since, unfortunately, a bad example is contagious, many famous personalities immediately picked it up.

David Beckham in a leather jacket with a hood with his wife Kanye West in a leather jacket with a hood Chris Brown in a leather jacket with a hood

A hooded jacket can be called a 'black sheep', as it cannot be attributed to either sports or urban clothing. But do not confuse this style with a universal one, because if you are already over 25, then in such a jacket you will look silly and boyish.

However, if you have already purchased a jacket of this style, you can wear it:

with chinos;
with a scoop neck t-shirt;
with light canvas shoes with rubber soles.

Leather vest and colored leather

This style was partly popularized by American actor John Wayne, and partly by fashion designers. John Wayne showed the whole world the grace of a leather vest, and fashion designers showed how you can turn this grace into a jacket by decorating it in different colors.

John Wayne in a leather vest

Colored leather has never been a new trend in fashion. This is because when most people think of a leather jacket, they automatically imagine black or brown. Therefore, a jacket of a bright color or combining several shades, as a rule, is a kind of challenge to everyday life and leaves few people indifferent. You can wear it:

with trousers and boots;
with a brightly colored T-shirt;
with accessories to match your jacket.

Look Book Leather Jackets

Look Book Men's Leather Jackets

Finally

Despite the warm autumn this year, cold weather is on its way and if you are not a vegetarian then a leather jacket is a great choice. Yes, buying it requires a lot of investment, but this thing will bring you no less joy. Agree, it's nice to feel part of the most stylish men on the planet, such as Steve McQueen, Ryan Gosling or Alex Turner. In addition, this thing will last you more than one cold autumn and more than one year.

A leather jacket is a versatile piece of outerwear that is perfect for both men and women. It can be worn both in winter when it is slightly cold, and in spring or autumn, when it is not yet very hot. So that the purchase of a leather jacket does not become a disappointment for you, you need to take great responsibility in its choice. What characteristics should you look for when choosing this garment? Collar shape selection

In order for the leather jacket not to spoil the complete image formed by the rest of the garments, one must be attentive to all the details. One of the important details is the shape of the collar, which can be completely different in two different jackets. The shape of the collar must be selected based on the shape of the face:

Oval face. All styles of leather jacket collars are great for men and women with an oval face. Models on which there is no collar at all will also look good.
Long face. The best option for those with this head shape is a stand-up collar.
Triangular face. The advice here is the same as for the oblong head. Pointed collars are contraindicated for both types, as they visually make the face even longer.
Round face. Leather jackets with a turn-down collar will look good – like those used in shirts. A similar recommendation is relevant for those with a square face.

It is also worth remembering that the longer the neck, the shorter the collar should be. “Racks” on a leather jacket are contraindicated for people with a short neck, since in this case it is visually greatly shortened.

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Choosing a jacket by body type
How to choose the size of your clothes?
Choosing the right color
What to do before buying?

Choosing a jacket by body type

The right collar shape is only half the battle. It is equally important to choose the style that suits your body type. It may sound complicated, but in practice there are only a few types of shapes:

Wide hips and narrow shoulders. It should be said right away that shortened models of any type will definitely not suit you, since visually they will make the figure even more visually compressed. The best option would be a leather jacket, the length of which is up to mid-thigh. Longer options are also useless.
Narrow hips and broad shoulders. The reverse of the previous shape. Short models are best suited. You can consider such common styles as Bolero, Bomber and Kosuha.
The hips and shoulders are the same width. To visually make the figure more attractive and proportional, you should take a closer look at the jackets, which are three-dimensional decorated at the top.

The most successful body type is a thin waist, hips and chest, which are in proportion to each other. Wearers of this physique can choose from a wide variety of leather products. It is also worth considering a style such as a 'jacket'. It looks quite solid on certain types of figures.

How to choose the size of your clothes?

A leather jacket must be chosen exactly according to its size. Do not rely on the fact that such clothes will stretch over time, since the skin is quite resistant to stretching. In addition, the product should not constrain the product. Take with you to try on things that you plan to wear with your jacket. When trying on, put on these things, a jacket on top, and then stretch your arms forward, up. Make sure there are no restrictions on your movements. If this is true, and the jacket does not hang, it is worth choosing it.

When choosing a jacket from an American brand, do not rely on numbers. Since the American sizes are more spacious than the Russian ones, differences appear quite naturally. In order not to miscalculate with the American size, you need to round your Russian size down.

Choosing the right color

Most leather jackets are made in black, but there are a lot of clothes on sale that are made in brown, bluish and greenish shades. In addition, there are other, more unusual color schemes for such clothes. Due to the sufficient color variety, you will have to spend a little time choosing clothes of the right color. Don't be scared – everything is simple here too:

Black and brown jackets in dark shades are good for people with dark complexions.
An intermediate option is products of orange, yellow, and other warm shades.
For fair-skinned men and women, soft tones such as olive and mint are well suited.

Of course, black and brown are the most suitable for most men.

What to do before buying?

Let's say you've already chosen a leather jacket that fits your body and face perfectly, and also fits well. Even this is not yet a reason to buy a product. The quality of the jacket should be checked before buying:

Place a few drops of water on the surface of the product. If the skin immediately absorbs water, and at the same time darkens a little, you have natural skin. Synthetic leather material can react to moisture in exactly the opposite way – artificial leather usually repels moisture that has entered.
Touch the jacket for a few seconds and listen to the sensations. If the skin is hot and gives off your warmth, then it is a natural material. Artificial leather stays cold for a long time.
Examine the product carefully for folds and roughness. Synthetic and natural materials should be smooth and pleasant to the touch. If you gently scrape the surface of the leather, it shouldn't be scratched. If the opposite is true, you should refrain from purchasing a jacket.
Gently rub the leather product with a light-colored handkerchief. If black spots and marks remain on it, you should choose another jacket. Most likely, this instance was specially tinted.

Take the choice of a leather jacket seriously, and then purchasing new clothes will definitely not disappoint you. Also, remember that this garment must be properly cared for in order for it to serve you for a long time.

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Attention! This material is the subjective opinion of the authors of the project and is not a purchase guide.