If there’s one piece that every fashion lover should have, it’s a leather jacket. After all, this outerwear staple can be dressed up or down for nearly any occasion. Style it with a pair of jeans and a tee for your next concert or with a sleek dress for a night out on the town; you just can’t go wrong with this wardrobe staple. That being said, with all the leather jacket brands and varying styles there are on the market, it’s become more difficult to decide which one you’ll be buying—especially when a piece like this costs a small fortune. Not to worry; that’s where we come in.
When you’re shopping for a leather jacket, we know you’re making an investment. Naturally, you’ll want to make sure you’re getting one that you’ll end up wearing for at least 20 years. So, we’ve put together the best leather jacket brands to shop from, including under-the-radar designers and major labels. Trust us when we tell you these brands have the best leather jackets out there. Check them all out below.
You can count on Khaite to have everything from standard classics to contemporary coats.
Laer has mastered the art of making the best moto jackets. You’ll find chic cropped versions and jackets featuring gold hardware here.
Acne Studios makes leather jackets so good you’ll feel like you’ve reached cool-girl status just by putting it on.
Want to wear something that feels a little edgier? Saint Laurent will do just the trick. From the stud details to the slick texture, these jackets are easily worth the investment.
Nanushka is known for their vegan leather, and their unique styles are one to watch.
All Saints has mastered the art of a cult-favorite leather jacket. Known for more classic styles, you’ll be sure to find a jacket you’ll hold onto.
If there was a brand for cool New York girl style, it would be Rebecca Minkoff. The designer makes the perfect jackets to pair with all your comfy tees, or whatever you like.
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated by Jasmine Fox-Suliaman.
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