Yahoo Lifestyle 14 Best Leather Jackets for Women, From Moto Styles To Blazers
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14 Best Leather Jackets for Women, From Moto Styles To Blazers
A chic leather jacket is the ultimate wardrobe staple: add it to any outfit for instant edge whether you're rocking athleisure, a formal dress or jeans and a T-shirt. From edgy motorcycle styles, classic trench coats or boxy puffers and bomber fits, leather jackets continue to be a best selling item year after year, never going out of style. Once you find the right one for you, your leather jacket will become a prized fashion possession! The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab partnered with Liv Schreiber, a NYC-based wardrobe stylist and social media influencer, to find the best leather jackets for women. GH analysts evaluated over a dozen leather jackets in the Lab, looking at the jacket's construction, ease of laundering and unique features. Then, we had testers wear each jacket to give feedback on fit, comfort, appearance and more.
With high-quality leather jackets costing over $1,000, you may be wondering why are leather jackets a great investment? "I recommend investing in a leather jacket because it’s something that can be passed down for generations," Schreiber says. As time has gone on, fashion experts continue to note that the leather jacket just never goes away. Amanda Constantine, Good Housekeeping Textiles Lab Home and Apparel Reviews Analyst, studied the history of leather jackets and notes that they "have been around since the early 1900s but have been a style staple since the 1950s when they were adopted by greasers and Hollywood bad boys. In the 70s and 80s, aviator style jackets were popular, as well as punk rock jackets adorned with studs and patches. In the 90s, oversized leather jackets were in to pair with grunge fashion, and in the early 2000s, long trench versions grew popular, a la The Matrix. There's no reason to doubt that they'll continue to stay in style for decades to come!"
Note that leather requires special cleaning and care, so GH experts also included faux leather jackets that cost a fraction of the price without sacrificing style.
Our top picks:
After shopping our best leather jacket picks, keep reading to learn how to clean leather, the different styles of leather jackets and expert shopping tips. Pair these stylish leather jackets with a warm pair of boots and classic jeans.
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1) Dalby Leather Biker Jacket
AllSaints
nordstrom.com
$349.30
When many think of leather jackets, the first brand to come to mind is AllSaints — and for good reason! These jackets are made with luxuriously supple leather material and feature classic detailing for a versatile design that can be worn with all types of outfits. The Dalby style is one of AllSaints' best sellers and is available with both silver and gold hardware. Note that this jacket only goes up to a US size 12.
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2) 100% Leather Motorcycle Jacket
Quince
onequince.com
$149.90
While most leather jackets retail for around $500, this motorcycle-style jacket from Quince is a total steal at $150. With chic zippers and a belt, this jacket has a bit of added edge without feeling overpowered. Testers like the true-to-size fit and were "blown away at the affordable price of the smooth genuine leather." However, the leather is not as soft or supple as higher end styles, according to GH analysts.
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3) Leeron Leather Moto Jacket Black
Universal Standard
universalstandard.com
$598.00
Universal Standard is a size-inclusive brand, offering sizes 00 to 40. When GH analysts unboxed this jacket, they were immediately impressed with this jacket's gorgeous appearance, soft feel and dark hardware. It has a slightly cropped fit that testers found "flattering and versatile," raving that it "actually looks better in person than it does online!" Testers did find the brand's size charts confusing at first glance.
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4) Faux Leather Belted Motorcycle Jacket
Levi's
amazon.com
$62.65
For a vegan leather jacket, this stylish pick is on sale for about $70 from Levi's. The shiny hardware, chunky zippers and belt create an edgy look. "The leather outer helped keep me warm and cozy, while the sleek lining made it easier to layer clothes underneath," according to one tester. Note that testers found this jacket to run small, so go up one or even two sizes for a more oversized fit.
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5) Maha Leather Jacket
ABLE
ableclothing.com
$385.00
Blown away by just how smooth the leather felt, one tester raved that "it literally is so soft it melts in your hand yet feels durable." This pick from ABLE has a classic shape that's slightly cropped, so it's easy to pair with a variety of different outfits to dress it up or down. GH analysts appreciate that ABLE focuses on not just environmental sustainability but ethical production as well.
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6) Washed Leather Oversized Motorcycle Jacket
Madewell
madewell.com
$548.00
Testers raved about the "supple, smooth leather" featured on this jacket from Madewell, with high-quality hardware that one tester said "is chic without feeling too edgy or intense." This jacket has an oversized design for a baggy fit, great to fit a sweater or sweatshirt underneath (no need to size up!). GH analysts note that although it has an oversized fit, the sleeves are shorter than other styles.
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7) Andrea Leather Jacket
Rag & Bone
rag-bone.com
$821.25
Rag & Bone is another brand well known for their leather jackets. This bomber style jacket is cinched at the bottom and at the wrists for a looser fit. It also has two large pockets on the front for a cool look. One GH analyst found that Rag & Bone leather jackets have an "extremely luxe with a soft, supple feel that I haven't found in any other brand's leather." It's a pricey investment that many reviewers say was worth the plunge.
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8) Sherpa-Lined Vegan Leather Shearling Jacket
Abercrombie
abercrombie.com
$160.00
Sherpa-lined leather jackets are warmer than traditional styles while having a unique, stylish touch. This new style from Abercrombie has a sherpa collar as well as sherpa-lined wrist cuffs. Testers loved the look of this jacket, raving that it's "on-trend" and "super warm." This jacket was a bit stiff out of the box and took some time to break in the vegan leather material.
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9) Autumn Shirt Jacket
Aritzia
aritzia.com
$148.00
According to testers, this leather shirt jacket from Aritzia has a "buttery soft feel." It's super lightweight, so you can wear it as a jacket in mild weather or under a heavier coat. Testers loved its boxy fit, but would recommend going down a size for a more fitted look. In the Wilfred collection, you can find matching pieces to this trendy jacket that's available in eight shades.
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10) Mary Long Single Breasted Trench
Wilsons Leather
wilsonsleather.com
$325.00
Made with supple genuine leather, Wilsons Leather is deservedly a household name for leather jackets and coats. This leather trench coat is an affordable price for the amount of leather material used. This style is available in both black and tan with sizes from XS to XXL.
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11) Jocelyn Faux Leather Blazer
Princess Polly
princesspolly.com
$110.00
Great to wear out to dinner or dancing, as this blazer from Princess Polly has a loose look with four chic shade options; the brown shades are especially popular. Testers found that it was true to size with a slightly oversized cut that still fit under a heavier coat. One tester said she "loved the look of this jacket; not only did I feel trendy but I felt that the style harkened back to a classic cut." GH analysts found the pockets not as easily accessible as other styles, so you'll need to pair this jacket with a bag too.
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12) Stevie Blazer
Free People
freepeople.com
$198.00
For a professional take on a leather jacket, look no further than the Free People Stevie Blazer. "It's super flattering and chic looking while still being easy to style and versatile," according to one tester. GH analysts love that this pick is machine washable (unlike most featured styles), making it easy to clean after extensive wear. Testers note that it is especially well suited for office wear as it has a warm feel and a sleek design. It has a slightly oversized fit, but runs mostly true to size.
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13) Leather-Like Moto Jacket
Spanx
spanx.com
$238.40
This pick from Spanx is a racer style leather jacket that testers found immediately comfy out of the box and they "didn't need to 'break it in.'" One tester raved that she even "received a ton of compliments from people who wanted to know where it was from." GH analysts find that Spanx runs quite fitted, so we recommend looking at the size chart and maybe sizing up if you have a bigger bust.
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14) Jemma Puffer Jacket
APPARIS
apparis.com
$395.00
Combine the edgy look of a leather jacket with a puffer jacket for the best of both worlds. This leather puffer jacket from APPARIS has a slightly cropped fit with a luxuriously soft feel. "Not only is this jacket super stylish, but it's super warm too, with the filling keeping warm even on windy autumn evenings," according to Catharine Malzahn, Good Housekeeping Beauty Assistant.
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