I'm a Fashion Expert—5 Leather-Jacket Styles That Will Always Be In

Katie Sims
A good leather jacket is like a fine wine, it only betters with age. It can journey with you from date night, to a work event, to Sunday brunch with the girls. In even better news, investing in a 'leather look' piece also doesn't have to break the bank, because lots of these pieces can be found in nearly every high street store, as well as your classic dreamy designer pieces.
Want to spice up that mini dress? A leather jacket is the answer. Trying to add a little 'je nais se quoi' to your white button down and boyfriend jeans? Enter the leather jacket. The opportunities are truly endless, and you'll look good no matter what the trend climate may dictate. It's the ultimate versatile wardrobe staple.
Remember that the best leather jackets get softer with time, but retain their shape. (Although, leather does stretch a little after the first few wears, so buy a snug size if you want a close fit). Naturally, finding The One is hard—it's a commitment. But we've edited the current options with a ferocious, hard-to-please eye, bringing you the greatest leather jackets you can buy right now.
Our pick of leather jackets are so much more than a line-up of black bikers. (However, should a classic moto still make your heart skip a beat, that's entirely acceptable.) The leather jackets of today range from sleek and sophisticated blazers, leather trenches you'll want to live in, buttery textures in various colours, and your classic relaxed fit 'wear it with anything' Hailey Bieber-style biker.
There really is something for everyone, so scroll down now to shop the crème de la crème of the fashion world's best leather jackets. Thank us later...
1. The Blazer
Style Notes: If you like your jackets to err on the minimalist side, look for a leather blazer. A boxy shape makes this the ultimate casual yet elevated piece.
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Simple, but chic. Wear this with practically any outfit.
2. The Trench
Style Notes: Want to opt for a substantial coat to shelter from the cold? Here's all the proof one needs that leather can be the answer. We're seeing leather trench coats everywhere, a guaranteed green tick from the fashion crowd.
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The crackled texture and glossy sheen of the ‘Tina’ coat is really effective.
I can picture this coat with so many outfits—from day to night.
3. The Shearling
Style Notes: Whether you're after a cropped shearling jacket to wear over a black mini dress, or want to opt for a layered look, you can never go wrong with this choice. We like to wear ours bundled on top of a chunky knit and paired with some cream tailored trousers.
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4. The Biker
Style Notes: We can't overlook a cult classic. Our wardrobe (and our hearts) will always have space for a classic relaxed-fit biker. Edgy, easy and effortless, this piece goes with everything.
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The cropped fit makes this ideal for pairing with high-waisted jeans.
5. The Bomber
Style Notes: Leather bomber jackets have a sporty nuance that gives a retro edge. The softer edges are opposed to the classic leather-jacket structure, adding a relaxed feel.
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You'd never guess this was under £60.
Up Next: No Lie—These Editor-Approved Coats Are So Warm They Feel Like Actual Duvets.
This piece was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
Opening image: @lefevrediary
Maxine Eggenberger is Who What Wear UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content for Who What Wear UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior to Who What Wear UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.
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