[Image: Dakota Johnson dressed in Gucci while out in New York City.]
Leather jackets are a staple piece for your wardrobe. With the new season here, it’s a great excuse to buy a new one though. Actress Dakota Johnson was recently out wearing her new Gucci DIY black leather studded and embroidered motorcycle jacket, with a red trim and leopard print collar.
For inspiration, here are a selection of the latest styles to choose from:
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ACNE STUDIOS – The oversized ‘Velocite’ shearling jacket will keep you warm and cozy while adding an effortlessly cool feel to weekend looks.
BALENCIAGA – Burgundy is big this season and this biker jacket is a cool alternative to a traditional black look. It’s part of the first collection by Creative Director Demna Gvasalia.
COMME DES GARÇONS GIRL – This polka-dot faux leather biker jacket is edgy and stylish with feminine appeal. Wear it with a simple T-shirt and tailored trousers for a chic-casual look.
GIVENCHY – Creative Director Riccardo Tisci cites Egyptian culture and the world of pop and psychedelic music as inspiration for Fall ’16. This jacket is crafted from black leather that’s spliced with a metallic patchwork and three stars – one of the label’s signature motifs.
HOUSE OF HOLLAND – The shearling-panelled metallic textured-leather bomber jacket echoes a ’70s rock ‘n’ roll scene and vintage flapper attire. The jacket is cut from metallic blue textured-leather with smooth trims. It’s finished with fuzzy panels of orange and black shearling and a fluffy claret collar for added contrast.
IRO – The ‘Han’ biker jacket is updated this season in a pretty pink hue. It’s fitted and crafted from supple leather that will get even better with age. The zipped pockets, buckled straps and snap-fastening epaulettes are classic details.
J.CREW – This classic cut jacket is a wardrobe essential that will never go out of style. It’s butter-soft and punctuated with gold moto-inspired hardware for an update on classic silver styles.
SAINT LAURENT – A striking eyelet-embellished leather bomber jacket. It’s a standout, edgy piece that works well with pretty much anything for a cool-look.
VETEMENTS – Known for its game-changing take on streetwear, this cropped leather biker jacket is made from supple black leather in a shrunken silhouette that’s cropped and fitted. It’s great with cropped jeans.
VICTORIA, VICTORIA BECKHAM – A bold, forest-green, leather jacket. It features a boxy silhouette; it’s trimmed with mint shearling and panels of black wool-felt. Totally gorgeous!
