Hi lovelies,
Whether you’re looking to enhance your wardrobe with something new or need a garment for a special occasion, finding the perfect leather jacket for your style and personality is possible.
When looking for a leather jacket, there are a few things to keep in mind. Besides size, you should know your leather, the styles of leather jackets, and types of finishes.
Here are the tips for buying classy women’s leather jackets that best fit your style and needs.
Tip 1 – Know Your Leather
The best leather jackets are made from animal hide. Knowing what leather your jacket is made of will help.
Cowskin
Cowskin or steerskin is the strongest and most durable of leathers. It’s the perfect leather for motorcycle jackets.
Goatskin
Goatskin is a thinner leather, however it is still durable, flexible, tough, and water-resistant, especially with assistance from a protective spray. Goatskin tends to have a pebble-like texture.
Lambskin
Lambskin is the softest, most luxurious of all the leather. Lambskin silky to the touch. It is one of the most popular animal hides used for leather jackets. What lambskin lacks in durability it makes up for in softness and luxury.
Tip 2 – Know Your Style
There are seven main styles of leather jackets: motorcycle, racer, bomber, flight, biker and moto-inspired.
Motorcycle jackets are the most durable. They serve dual purposes; style and functionality.
Racer jackets are sleek and stylish. These jackets typically deep red or black with minimal embellishments and a snugger fit.
Bomber jackets are made for warmth, but can be worn year round. They sport deep pockets and minimal embellishments. Most bomber jackets are strong and durable.
Flight jackets typically have a fleece inner lining, deep pockets, and provide both style and utility.
Biker jackets are for rebels without a cause. They are slick, sleek, and form-fitting. Biker jackets are strong, durable, and can be wind and rain resistant.
Moto-inspired jackets are more fitted than most leather jackets and can give you a sleek, stylish look. Moto jackets are versatile and can be worn with just about any rocker accessory or pair of black boots.
Tip 3 – Types of Finishes
There are three main types of finishes for leather jackets: aniline, semi-aniline, and pigmented leather.
Aniline – Aniline is a full-grain leather that has been dyed. This method of finishing leather is natural and leaves the leather smooth with visible pores.
Semi-Aniline – This type of finishing is similar to an aniline finish, except this method uses pigment to color the leather.
Pigmented – This process transforms leather and gives it an opaque finish. It’s less natural than the other two finishing processes, however, it allows for more color choices.
