Choosing a men's leather jacket

A leather jacket has become an indispensable item of men's wardrobe, it reliably protects its owner from bad weather. The skin is pleasant to the body and has almost no imperfections. In our article, we will talk in more detail about the features of such a product and the intricacies of choosing a suitable model.

The peak of popularity of leather jackets came in the middle of the last century, but to this day this item of men's wardrobe has not lost its position - it adds a little rebelliousness and negligence to the look, but at the same time emphasizes a sufficient level of well-being. The main advantage of leather jackets is their environmental friendliness, however, this quality is relevant only if we are talking about natural leather, and not about leatherette. Plus, these jackets are very warm and keep you warm, whether or not they are lined.

Leather jackets are easy to clean - just moisten a sponge to remove the stain, apply a cleaning agent to it and wipe the contaminated area. And, of course, such things look invariably elegant, stylish and expensive, and with the correct selection of the model, they also visually correct figure flaws, making the image of their owner truly respectable.

Among the shortcomings, one can single out the overpriced product - genuine leather is never cheap... The fact is that the dressing of the hide is a very laborious and costly process. However, this drawback is very conditional - the service life of such a product, with proper care, reaches several years - during this period you can replace more than one jacket made of other materials, and ultimately the savings will turn out to be very doubtful.

Many people find it unacceptable to wear things made from the skins of slaughtered animals for ethical or religious reasons. However, as practice shows, with regard to leather jackets, they often overstep their beliefs.

Another disadvantage - the skin has a tendency to stretch, so you should not stuff your pockets with a lot of little things, and also no need to hang the product after cleaning by a loop or collar - the best option would be to use a hanger.

Leather for sewing a jacket can be different, and the quality, practicality and wear of clothing depends on the characteristics of the raw materials.

This is the cheapest type of material - it is difficult to call such leather high quality and stylish. She quickly gets wet, things made from her are short-lived, so such an acquisition is unlikely to please a man for a long time. If you compare, it is inferior to pork skin only artificial.

Another inexpensive but much more practical skin type. Such raw materials are characterized by strength and rigidity, the material is resistant to water and therefore does not get wet. The picture is spoiled by the rustic look of products made of bovine leather. In most cases, belts and bags are made from it, and jackets from it are not worth buying because of the excessive rigidity and too large mass of the product.

The material is optimal from the point of view of price - quality, if you compare it with bovine leather, then the cost of cow leather will be slightly higher. This is due to the more stylish appearance of the hide. Of course, the material is not suitable for creating branded models, but it will be just right for the middle price segment.

Soft and fairly durable leather, which is often used for sewing quality jackets. This material is delicate and very pleasant to the touch, but the quality dictates the corresponding cost policy. Calfskin is often embossed to imitate the stylish texture of the skin of exotic animals - lizard, crocodile or snake. Of course, such things are fake, but the products are very stylish, wearable and durable.

This leather is distinguished by its resistance to wear and tear, density, a high degree of protection against strong winds and the ability to retain heat. Reindeer suede items are very popular.

This leather is quite expensive, so it will be very problematic to find jackets from it on the free market. Most often, manufacturers sew jackets from sheepskin to order, they turn out to be lightweight, soft and durable.

Famous American and European designers sometimes use horse leather in their collections. This is a rather peculiar material with a characteristic shine, because of which inexperienced users believe that they are in front of an artificial composition.

The material is highly valued, its cost is due to its decorative appearance - a pattern characteristic of reptiles is visible on the surface, it gives originality and originality to clothes. The quality of the crocodile skin is very high - no other types of leather can even compare with it in terms of super strength and durability. This material can be divided into groups:

• alligator skin - the most expensive option, which is optimal for creating exclusive items that have no analogues;
• crocodile skin - refers to the middle price segment, it is found more often than the first option, nevertheless, I can afford only a few such products;
• caiman skin - in this group the cheapest, it is distinguished by rigidity, reduced wear and practicality in comparison with its "brothers".

Like crocodile skin, snake skin is elite clothing, but it costs a little less. Used to make exclusive jackets with an informal approach. Such things are not suitable for everyday wear, they are usually bought for some social events.where influential people and famous media personalities gather. The skin of the snake is pleasant and delicate to the touch and has a stylish appearance. In most cases, cobra or python skin is used.

Depending on the processing method, the appearance of the jacket can vary significantly. There are many options for dressing, each one gives a different texture of the skin.

The most common dressing method. Such leather is easy to care for, is characterized by practicality, wear resistance and durability. This is a soft, tactilely pleasant canvas, but not very wearable, which directly indicates the strength of the material.

In this case, the material undergoes chemical processing during manufacturing and acquires a pleasant shine. The surface of such leather is smooth, without noticeable texture, but in comparison with other finishes, it is harder and of lower quality.

The very name of the material indicates that in the course of dressing, various manipulations were carried out with the material in order to hide surface flaws. These usually include chemical treatments and additional paint coatings. These products cannot be called high-quality in any way, they can be purchased only if the price directly corresponds to the strength of the product.

This is a rather specific type of material that allows you to give the surface an informal look. It is rarely used for the manufacture of jackets and requires special care.

Leather jackets are not used for wearing in the warm season - even the lightest models are not suitable for a summer wardrobe. But they harmoniously fit into the winter and demi-season bow. Products without insulation are good for autumn and spring, and in winter it is better to give preference to models with a layer of fur or wool.

In winter, elongated jackets are the best choice. It is desirable that the products include an inflated collar, cuffs and a belt that is firmly fixed, protecting the wearer from cold and piercing wind.

Winter models should not be flowing or too loose, their only task is to keep heat in cold weather. This means that clothes should not only be warm, but also sewn in a special way. That is why products with hoods and fur trim often prevail in a winter wardrobe.

For the off-season, autumn and spring models with a thin lining and a delicate soft texture will be a good solution. To create demi-season jackets, they use soft suede, eco-leather, as well as glossy leather with improved performance properties.

In the fashion collections of famous manufacturers of men's outerwear, there are always leather jackets of various styles, sizes and colors. Vintage models, models with a shirt or English collar, fitted products with an elastic band and others are popular. Let's dwell on the most common styles.

Insulated leather goods, lined with fur in color or contrasting with it, will be the best solution for the winter months. For to demonstrate social status and position, it makes sense to pay attention to elongated options with a large fur collar and trim at the place of the fastener... Slightly fitted and straight jackets are considered the most practical.

The product list of men's jackets includes both classic products and very extravagant options with long fur dyed in rich colors. In some models, the fur is not visible at all from the outside, and metal fittings are used as decorative elements.

This is a brutal model that has become a real classic of the genre. The clothes are optimal for the stronger sex who prefer aggressive and charismatic style. Most often they are sewn from buffalo skin. - this is a rough material that only emphasizes the brutality and masculinity of a man.

The men's jacket with a hood is the best match for the sports bow. Usually cropped models are made in this design, in which natural material is combined with fabric, most often with knitwear (cuffs and a hood are usually made from it). In winter, it is better to opt for models with an insulating layer. - even the hood is stitched with a lining.

Initially, such models were conceived as sports, but in recent years they have confidently entered the daily men's wardrobe. A characteristic feature of such models is a knitted collar - it adheres to the throat, and completely disappears at the junction with the zipper.The assortment line also includes leather items with knitted sleeves; there are often products on sale in which the back and front are made of linen, and the leather goes only to the sleeves.

These are biker jackets with a recognizable cut. Such models cannot be elongated. A distinctive feature of the leather jackets is the abundance of rough fittings and zippers. These jackets are usually worn with sweatpants and skinny jeans, practical sneakers or stylish brogues complement the rocker look.

For decorating a leather jacket designers use several techniques:

• drawings on the skin;
• application;
• embroidery.

However, the most common option for decorating models is the use of rough metal fittings. Leather jackets are often decorated with pins, forming stylish patterns or decorating some part of the product. This decor gives things a youthful style. A very effective print can be obtained using studs and rivets - they are used to decorate pockets, cuffs and decorate the collar. Some stylish models even boast spectacular spike patterns on the back or shoulders.

Popular trends include decorative elements in vintage style, stripes... Short leather jackets with shoulder straps, as well as perforated models, are invariably relevant. And, of course, an abundance of zippers will become an adornment of any youth jacket - they give the product a rebellious style, optimal for any informal bow.

The color palette of men's jackets these days is not limited to black, gray and brown tones, although it is in these colors that the vast majority of outerwear models are sewn. Modern fashion dictates new, bright and sometimes non-trivial solutions for everyday bows. So, patchwork techniques are in demand when jackets are sewn from leather of different colors. Outerwear of red-brown and dark green colors looks no less impressive on the representatives of the stronger sex.

For lovers of tradition and classics, gray and brown will be the best choice. Black jackets are always relevant - this discreet universal color with a pronounced glossy shine looks harmoniously in the image of men of all ages.

For lovers of extravagant style, a black jacket is also indispensable. However, in this case, it is advisable to decorate it with lightning, metal rivets and sharp spikes. Mature men are better off opting for a matte black jacket. - she is not striking and looks extremely respectable and noble. Outerwear in brown colors is no less common in the men's wardrobe. For winter bows, dark brown models with lining are suitable. Genuine leather looks harmoniously in contrast with bleached sheepskin - light lining favorably sets off the main color of materials, making the jacket more stylish and expressive. As demi-season options, you can choose products in beige and sand colors.

Men's style the best match for the red-burgundy skin... This rich deep color looks harmonious on the owners of tanned skin and black hair. Products with a marble effect look especially stylish, they are best combined with black fashionable trousers or blue jeans.

Men who value quality and practicality in their clothes do not need to buy leather jackets in bazaars and stock stores - items from the mass market often have low resistance to wear and tear, and their service life does not exceed two or three years.

Outerwear from well-known manufacturers is at the peak of popularity these days.From the category of branded jackets, the most affordable are the products of the Turkish company Vesivio - under this brand are produced classic, as well as exclusive jackets for men of any age and size.

You can choose a model for everyday wear in the fashion collections of popular brands Mango and Asos. The best sports leather jackets are offered by Nike and Adidas.

When it comes to haute couture jackets, Jil Sander and Rag & Bone are the most popular military-style jackets. The most modern things like aviators and bombers in a light format are offered by the famous brands Prada and Emporio Armani.

When purchasing a jacket, the first thing to pay attention to is the quality of the material used. Poor workmanship promises you a lot of trouble: the service life of the product is reduced many times, and the thing itself quickly loses its attractive appearance. If women can disguise traces of scuffs and cracks with decorative accessories, embroidery or patterns, then any defect in men will immediately catch the eye. That is why it is very important for them to learn how to determine the quality level of the proposed model.

The edge of the fiber made of polyurethane and other chemical compounds, from which leatherette is usually made, looks too smooth - such jackets often look "clumsy" and often shine in the light. No less attention should be paid to the lining material. So, if you set fire to the fur, then it will give off a pungent smell of burnt hair, while the synthetic material does not smell.

The choice of skin type is also important - if possible, try to give preference to models made of sheep or calf leather. These materials are pleasant to the touch, they have a beautiful texture and are not afraid of frequent bending.

If resistance to wear is a priority for you, choose things from buffalo or bull leather. But it is better to refuse to purchase a pork skin jacket - it is cheap, but it does not last long. When buying a leather jacket, do not be lazy and take a few minutes to inspect the finish of the product. The surface of the skin must certainly be smooth without any irregularities and other defects - any microcrack will damage the clothes after a couple of rains.

Take a look at the seamy side too: unscrupulous manufacturers often use very thin leather on the inside, it tears quickly and crawls at the seams. Swipe with a damp cloth and scrape with your fingernail on different parts of the jacket - if you notice that some marks remain, therefore, the jacket has been tinted.

It doesn't hurt to look at the label as well. Noticing the inscription "Made in China" there, hang the thing back - no one knows what chemicals Asian manufacturers impregnated the leather with. The most reliable leather jackets are produced in the Scandinavian countries as well as in Italy and the UK. Of course, they are not cheap, but they are worth it. We draw special attention to the fact that you can trust the label only when you make a purchase at a branded outlet - on the market the probability of counterfeits increases significantly.

A leather jacket should be chosen according to the figure, it should fit well. It is imperative to try on the proposed product: raise your hands up - if you feel that the jacket is cracking or going back, most likely, it was sewn incorrectly.

In order for a leather jacket to serve you for a long time, you need to find a product that will protect it from moisture and drying out.There are many drugs on the market, but when choosing, it is imperative to get acquainted with the composition. Sprays on a wax or fat base reliably protect the skin, but at the same time they can change the parameters of color, shine and strength.

Acrylic, silicone and polymer sprays are best suited for the care of the jacket - they take care of the material, give it shine and maintain a flawless appearance. When choosing a product, pay attention to the instructions - it should indicate the period of validity of the impregnation. As a rule, it is one month.

Of course, all these means will be powerless if it occurs to you to wash your jacket in the washing machine or soak it completely in water - in this case, the skin deteriorates very quickly.

To prevent drying and cracking from time to time, you need to rub conditioner into the jacket., however, it is important to know when to stop. The fact is that an excess amount of the product clogs the pores, the skin grows dull, loses its shine. It is better to give preference to products based on natural oils, especially effective are ox's foot oil and mink oil. But it is better to leave the formulations based on mineral oil in the store - they are produced with the addition of petroleum products, and they will ruin natural leather by 100%.

With prolonged wear, the skin begins to tan. Castor oil can be used to soften it. It is applied with a cotton pad, left for 5 minutes and the procedure is repeated. The oil is absorbed into the surface and makes the material soft.

Glycerin can be used to remove dirt from the jacket, and ink stains are quickly removed with salt - it is necessary to cover the contaminated surface with a slide, leave it for a couple of days, and then wipe it with turpentine.

Let's dwell in more detail on how to take care of leather things:

• you cannot wash things made of leather and eco-leather in a typewriter and soak for a long time;
• you should not take shoe polishes for jackets, since different materials are used for sewing shoes and jackets;
• do not use hard brushes or coarse cloths to clean the material.

Test any new care products in a small, inconspicuous area first, otherwise there is a high risk of surface damage. If the leather jacket gets wet, it must be thoroughly dried - the leather is afraid of moisture. To do this, you need to hang the item on a hanger, straighten the folds and dry naturally at room temperature.

It is necessary to store the jacket in a dark, cool place so that the sun's rays do not fall on the product - ultraviolet light can spoil the product, possibly fading with spots. Keep the jacket away from air conditioners and fans, otherwise cracks on the surface will not be avoided.

The skin must breathe, so it is best to store it in a ventilated place. - this significantly increases the wear resistance of the product and the duration of use. No need to put it in a plastic or polyethylene cover - a cool cabinet with good ventilation is the best option.

A classic leather jacket is considered the canon of fashion, usually it is combined with a plain turtleneck or shirt and is complemented by classic pants in black or beige colors. As shoes, shoes are suitable for the ensemble, as well as boots made in several shades. To create a sporty look A fitted jacket is combined with jeans and a thick hoodie - however, when choosing outfits, make sure that the hoodie with a leather jacket does not restrict freedom of movement. The hood should reach out, and the retro style boots will complete the bow.

Casual style create tapered trousers, lace-up ankle boots and a standard jumper top. I put on a leather jacket on top, emphasize the image with a bag on an elongated strap.Classic blue jeans, a coarse-knit sweater and informal boots are suitable for the aviator's jackets. A jacket with a fabric hood is a kind of rebellious option; chinos will be appropriate in tandem with it.

A leather jacket requires the use of stylish accessories. Every modern man must have a bag - it fits almost any look, be it sports or everyday classics. For young people who adhere to an informal style, a lightweight fabric backpack can be advised, and a shopping bag is preferable for a sporty look.

They look very brutal leather jackets and black glasses - they make a man truly charismatic. In cool weather, you can complement the bow with an elegant scarf - its ends are left in a conspicuous place outside.

• If you prefer a business style, then a wool jacket with leather sleeves is a good choice. Combining such a model with classic jeans and gloves - such an unpredictable style can really disarm your business partners in negotiations.

• Don't be afraid to use bright colors - experiment with burgundy. Such a product looks unique and gives new shades to all things that come with a jacket.

• Leather jackets of unusual colors are relevant - white, blue, red, yellow and even with stripes. It is these brand models that have been widely represented in the collections of eminent designers in recent years.

• Urban casual is harmoniously combined with a worn leather jacket, although at first glance such an ensemble may seem out of place.

• The designer leather jacket creates an amazing feeling of self-confidence and indifference at the same time - this is probably how real bikers feel.