Leather Jackets: Out with the Old and in with the New

Leather Jackets: Out with the Old and in with the New

What’s the world’s most popular style of outerwear you ask? It’s the leather jacket, of course! With origins dating back more than a century, the leather jacket has become synonymous with classic fashion. But unlike other “old” fashion trends, the leather jacket is just as popular today as it once was back in the early 1900s. In fact, some people may argue that it’s even more popular now, thanks in part to the countless variations and design choices that are available. Nonetheless, some men and women prefer to jackets that are not unconventional and don’t flow with the mainstream trends. If this sounds like you, you’ll be pleased to hear that the leather jacket is available in many newer, less traditional styles. To learn more about these new-age styles, along with tips on how to choose the right one, keep reading. Going Long As you may already know, leather jackets traditionally stop right at or around the waistline. This isn’t limited strictly to leather jackets, as most jackets and coats are designed with this standard, universal length. But in recent years, there’s been a growing demand for longer leather jackets, which has prompted some companies to produce leather long coats. These leather long coats offer the same attractive benefits as standard leather coats but with a longer length. It’s not uncommon for a leather long coat to extend all the way to the knees, or in some cases, even farther. So, is a leather long coat the right choice for you? It really depends on what you hope to achieve from wearing it. The longer length makes it ideal...
Update Your Fall Wardrobe with a Leather Jacket

Update Your Fall Wardrobe with a Leather Jacket

September 22 marks the official start of the 2016 fall season. With the seasonal transition from summer to fall comes shorter days and cooler temperatures, making it the perfect time to update your wardrobe. You should begin updating your wardrobe by placing summer-only clothes in storage — or at least on your upper closet shelf since you no longer need them. This includes your bathing suit, shorts, or tank tops (assuming you don’t wear them as undershirts). Furthermore, you should update your wardrobe with outwear, as this will keep you warm and comfortable on those otherwise chilly fall days. While there are dozens of different coats, jackets and other forms of outerwear available for sale, you really can’t go wrong with a 100% genuine leather jacket. If you’re still skeptical of investing in a leather jacket, keep reading to learn why it’s the perfect choice of outwear for the fall season. Classic Style Fashion trends come and go. Something that’s hot one year may be gone the next. This can make buying new clothes frustrating, as you never know for how long it will remain trendy, and whether or not it will fall out mainstream fashion. But there’s one fashion garment that’s known to withstand the hands of time through thick and thin: the leather jacket. It’s been around for more a century, with some of its earliest uses dating back to the World War I when Air Force pilots and crewmen wore them to stay warm and comfortable on high-altitude flights. Some pilots still wear them today, but leather jackets have since become more of a fashion statement....
5+ Things You Didn’t Know About Leather Jackets

5+ Things You Didn’t Know About Leather Jackets

While most people who wear leather jackets do it for the style and comfort offered by this classic garment, offers wear them for the armored protection they offer. This is particularly true when speaking about leather motorcycle jackets. Being that it’s made from the hide of animals, usually a cow’s hide, leather is stronger and more durable than many other materials, including cotton and wool. Motorcycle rider often choose to wear leather jackets for this very reason. The unmatched level of strength and durability associated with leather jackets servers as armor for riders, protecting them from injury. Granted, a leather jacket isn’t a fool-proof way to protect against all types of motorcycle-related injury, but it’s certainly a helpful tool in reducing the risk of serious injury when riding a motorcycle. Moisturizing can Enhance a Leather Jacket You’ve probably heard of people moisturizing their skin before. But did you know that you can (and should) moisturize a leather jacket as well? Just like our skin, leather contains thousands of small microscopic pores that absorb and release moisture from its surrounding environment. When a leather jacket is exposed to dry air over a prolonged length of time, moisture literally evaporates from its pores, which in turn may cause it to dry out and even crack. This excessive dryness can cause permanent, irreparable damage. But the good news is that you can protect your leather jacket and other leather garments from this phenomenon by moisturizing them on a regular basis. Don’t just use a traditional “skin” moisturizing cream or lotion on your leather jacket, though. Rather, you should use a moisturizing product...
Leather: a Fresh Take on the Little Black Dress

Leather: a Fresh Take on the Little Black Dress

The little black dress has become a staple garment in the wardrobes of millions of women. As the name suggests, it’s a small, simple, black-colored dress. The little black dress offers the perfect combination of timeless style with modern appeal. Regardless of your shape or size, you can enhance your appearance with a little black dress. But there’s a problem associated with the little black dress that often goes unnoticed: everyone has one. For a fashion-forward woman who’s looking stand out from the crowd, this makes it a poor choice. If you are going out with a group of friends, perhaps they too may wear a little black dress. Rather than trying to tiptoe around what everyone else is wearing, perhaps you should choose an alternative garment, such as a little black dress that’s made of leather. Leather Little Black Dresses: the Basics It should come as no surprise to learn that little black dresses are available in many different fabrics and materials. Cotton dresses are a popular choice for the summer months, simply because cotton is lightweight, breathable and comfortable to wear. As we edge closer and closer to the winter months, however, many women are looking to wear dresses made of warmer fabrics. Wool is a popular choice of fabric for winter dresses. It’s thicker and warmer than its cotton counterpart, making it ideal for the cold weather. But an alternative fabric that often goes unnoticed is leather. A little black dress made of 100% genuine leather is not only stylish, but it’s also warm and comfortable. Some women may argue that it’s even more comfortable than...