Thinking about buying a leather jacket? We’ll, you’ve come to the right place. LeatherCult is the industry’s premier leader of the genuine leather jackets and other apparel and accessories. But if this is your first time owning a leather jacket, you may have some questions. What color should I choose? Are leather jackets easy to maintain? How do I keep my leather jacket looking new? These are all questions that we’re going to tackle in today’s blog post. So if you want to master the look of a leather jacket, keep reading for more details.
Choose the Right Fit
Let’s go ahead and get the most important tip out of the way: when shopping for a leather jacket, choose a jacket that fits your body. I know this probably sounds like common sense, but you would be surprised to learn just how many people choose jackets that are either too big or too small. Unfortunately, though, finding the perfect fit isn’t always an easy task. You can spend countless hours scouring local retail and department stores to no avail. If this sounds familiar, perhaps you should order your leather jacket here. We offer custom sizing on all jackets and products. Simply specify your measurements when checking out, and we’ll use those measurements to customize your leather jacket.
Go Genuine
You have one of two options when shopping for a leather jacket: you can choose a 100% genuine leather jacket, or you can choose a cheaper “faux” leather jacket. While the latter is typically cheaper, it lacks the attractive qualities that make leather such a prized material. Faux leather is rough and has a heavy chemical odor to it. On the contrary, genuine leather is smooth, comfortable, durable, and has a naturally appealing odor. For these reasons, it’s recommended that you stick with the real thing. If you want to invest in a leather jacket, spend the extra money and get a real one. This is one instance in which the mantra, “you get what you pay for,” holds true.
Simple Styles
If you’ve done any shopping for a leather jacket, you’ve probably noticed just how many different styles are available. With so many different options, many people struggle to choose one. Well, you really can’t go wrong with a simple, classic style, such as the one displayed below. A standard all-brown leather jacket is a great choice for men and women alike. It’s simple, classic, and works great for a variety of outfits. And being that it’s made of genuine leather, you rest assured knowing that you are getting the most bang for your buck.
Invest in Leather Conditioner
If there’s one product you don’t want to forget to buy, it’s a leather conditioner. Why is this necessary? Well, leather has a tendency to dry out over time. This doesn’t happen overnight, but rather months of exposure to dry out will eventually cause leather products to dry out. When this occurs, it will become tough and potentially even crack open, which is downright difficult to repair. Thankfully, problems associated with dryness such as this are easily prevented by using a leather conditioning product on a regular basis. Saddle Soap, for instance, is a leather conditioning product that’s used extensively in leather saddles, leather apparel, and other leather products. It supplies leather with much-needed moisture, protecting it from dryness and the problems that come with it. A good rule of thumb is to apply a conditioning product to your leather jacket at least once every few months for maximum protection.
Store in in Climate-Controlled Environment
It’s also worth noting that you should store a leather jacket in a climate-controlled environment. Leaving it outside is just asking for trouble, and it will most likely result in damage. You can protect your leather jacket from damage and preserve its original look, however, by storing it in a climate-controlled environment in which the humidity and temperature are properly regulated. For most people, their home is a climate-controlled environment. If you store your leather jacket elsewhere, fluctuations in the temperature and humidity may cause damage — and that’s something no one wants to discover with their new leather jacket.
Consider the Color
Arguably, one of the most important things to consider when buying a leather jacket is the color. As you can see from our website, leather jackets are available in nearly every color under the rainbow, some of which include basic colors like brown and black, as well as bold colors like yellow, red and even blue. So, which color should you choose? It really depends on your personal style and preference. Some people prefer simple colors, while others prefer bold colors. With that said, brown and black are both “safe” choices that work for nearly any occasion. If you’re struggling to choose a color, go with brown or black for this reason. You’ll find it’s easy to match with other garments, and it looks great no matter how you wear it.
Slim Fit
We talked about this importance of choosing a leather jacket that fits properly above. Adding to that, however, it’s also a good idea to choose a slim-fit style. Slim-fit leather jackets hug more closely to the body, creating the appearance of a slimmer posture. So if you want to make yourself look slimmer, choose a slim-fit leather jacket.
Match Jacket with Shoes
A good rule of thumb to follow when choosing clothes to wear with a leather jacket is to match the color of your jacket with the color of your shoes. If you’re wearing a traditional brown leather jacket, for instance, you should pair it with similar-colored brown shoes. On the other hand, if you’re wearing a black leather jacket, you should pair it with black shoes — you get the idea. This otherwise simple fashion tip will make a world of difference in your appearance, placing you miles ahead of the rest.