Designer Leather Jackets
First impressions are priceless. If you’re able to splurge just a little bit, there is nothing like the feeling you get when you’re wearing a genuine designer leather jacket. With the right first impression, you can land that job you’ve been after, make that gorgeous man take a second look, secretly thrill at the jealous stares you get from the other women at the school, and ultimately create an air of self-confidence that no one else can match.
Just about everyone has a department store jacket in the closet for everyday use. It’s practical. It’s economical. It’s functional. You don’t really care if it gets dirty, and you didn’t pay a lot for it. But if you don’t have a designerleather jacket in your closet, you really don’t understand what you’re missing. Leather is luxurious, and leather is an indulgence. Aren’t you worth it?
You may think that a designer leather jacket is not in your budget, but consider the following:
- Leather is extremely durable and lasts for years
- Despite popular belief, leather is very easy to keep clean
- Based strictly on return-in-investment, a leather jacket is more cost effective that replacing less-expensive jackets due to them wearing out or going out of style
When shopping for a designer leather jacket, you do need to consider what you’re looking to get out of it. Do you live in an area where warmth is important? Is your goal to make a striking fashion statement? Are you able to spend time maintaining your purchase, or do you need to be able to just throw it on and head out of the door?
Designer leather jacket s can range from the stereotypical motorcycle jacket to the most sophisticated style:
- Trench coat: These cover the majority of the body. Typically they fall to the ankles. Do you remember John Bender from the Breakfast Club? A little rebellious, and a little exciting, this coat is not for amateurs.
- Bomber jacket: This jacket hangs at the hip and has a more masculine look. Generally lined with fur, with a more distressed appearance, it appeals to men and women alike (think Tom Cruise and Kelly McGillis in Top Gun).
- Mid-thigh jackets: Typically worn by women, and cinched at the waist, these jackets can create an hourglass silhouette that showcases your curves.
- Blazer: Professional companies require professional attire. New designer leather jackets are discreet and non-obtrusive. With the new finishes now offered, these jackets will not be confused with Michael Jackson knockoffs. They are perfect for a day at the office, and versatile enough to wear to a club after hours.
A purchase like this is a big investment for most of us. Once you have found your perfect designer leather jacket, you will need to know how to protect it and keep it looking great for years to come. We have done some research and offer the following tips:
- Leather jackets should not be stored in plastic bags, as they need to breathe
- Minor dirt can be removed with a clean, damp cloth (suede excluded)
- If your jacket is exposed to a lot of water (like a rainstorm), you may want to let it sit on a towel overnight, and do not expose it to extreme heat to speed drying
- A quality leather conditioner should be used, as genuine leather is like skin -- it needs to be periodically moisturized
- While gorgeous and pleasing to the touch, suede can be a bit more difficult to deal with, as it requires brushing to keep it fresh, and professional cleaning for spots and stains
Beyond style and durability, new advances in technology and fashion allow you to find a design leather jacket that is in the color you need, for whatever occasion. Of course you can still find the classic blacks, the practical browns, and the versatile tan tones. Now most stores also offer fun and fresh colors. You can bounce into spring with a baby blue or buttery yellow thigh-brushing jacket, or you can turn heads at the office Christmas party in an a bright emerald green or deep red leather blazer.
Now that you understand the endless variety of options available, and have a better knowledge of how relatively easy it is to care for a designer leatherjacket, go shopping! Hit the mall, shop online. If the first store doesn’t have what you’re looking for, go to another. This is all about personality, so have fun with it. Show off who you really are, and make a fashion statement that is uniquely you!