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5 Of The Best Leather Jackets Right Now
Words: Alex Woodhall
The leather jacket is a definitive menswear piece. Associated with motorcycles and rock and roll, it’s inherently masculine but has recently shaken off some of the rebellious tag to become a genuine wardrobe essential. Here are 5 jackets highly worth considering to help bolster the casual side of your closet.
SCHOTT NYC PERFECTO
Worn by the likes of Marlon Brando and James Dean, the Schott Perfecto is the definitive, iconic motorcycle jacket. Made in the USA, the details and sheer quality of construction set it apart. Even if you’ve never straddled a bike, channel the effortless style of Mr Brando by wearing yours undone over a white t-shirt and jeans pairing.
£695 from Stuarts
BELSTAFF PANTHER WAXED-LEATHER JACKET
Belstaff are revered around the world for their luxury leathers and motorcycle jackets. Hark back to the heritage of the brand with this updated waxed-leather jacket. If you need one jacket to keep you warm and dry for the rest of the winter, this is it.
£1,195 from Mr Porter
REISS SANDERS FLIGHT JACKET
Get ahead of the trends with this shearling lined leather flight jacket from Reiss. The ultimate restrained-statement jacket; the imposing splayed lapels make a stunning focal point for your casual attire, whether your jacket is zipped up or not.
£795 from Reiss
MANGO LEATHER BIKER JACKET
Side step the stereotypical black bikers in favour of something more relaxed and refined in the shape of a brown leather piece. With the typical asymmetrical zip and pocket detailing, we rather like the tab fasteners to ensure a perfect fit.
£199.99 from Mango
ACNE SLIM FIT BIKER
Deviate even further from the archetypal leather jacket blueprint with this navy take from stylish Swedish brand Acne. The slim fit brings a contemporary feel to the jacket, as does the three pockets spread across the body. Dress down during the day or style up ready for the evening, the navy colour is different but hardly lacking in versatility.
£1,150 from Mr Porter
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