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Updated May 29, 2024: This best leather jackets for women guide was updated with new product for summer 2024, along with ways to wear women’s leather jackets for chilly summer nights and more information on our top Editor’s Choice leather jackets.
You can never go wrong with a leather jacket — yes, even during the dog days of summer. It never goes out of style, and serves as a protective and sleek suit of armor against brisk evening breezes, bone-chilling air conditioning at the office, or even for gloomy, rainy days when you want to wrap yourself in a stylish shell. The best leather jackets should instantly infuse a touch of stylish attitude into any outfit, and our editor-tested favorites for summer expertly update the heritage style with modern designs. Related Articles Technology LVMH Luxury Ventures-backed Shopping Destination Mile Launches for Members Only Fashion The Best Tennis Outfits for Women That Serve Tenniscore Style All Summer Long
Mens Athletic Shorts “Leather jackets are an iconic and timeless staple, perfect for anyone and everyone’s closet,” says Caroline Huang Maguire, Shopbop Fashion Director. “What makes a leather jacket such an important piece to own is its versatility.” Leather jackets are as reliable as a great pair of women’s jeans, as they virtually go with everything, while adding polish to any ensemble you pluck from your wardrobe. This year, the fashion industry is blooming with innovative fabrications and advancements in sustainable or vegan leathers, as seen from standout brands like Apparis and Hyer Goods. While specific styles continue to trend from year to year, like big bombers and moto jackets for 2024, there’s a myriad of leather jacket iterations to shop that seamlessly transition through the seasons — whether as a durable, water-resistant layer in the rain or as a summery topper over short hems on cool nights. The best part about investing in one of the best leather jackets is that they only get better with age, as the leather breaks in and molds to your body with repeated wear. You May Also Like