Gentlemen, Here’s How You Style Your Leather Jackets

As the year-end is fast approaching and we are all last-minute participants in the many events that come with it, the panic question many of us experience is often related to fashion. Especially for men, should I wear a coat or dress up in a suit to that formal event, or should I go sans outerwear?

The solution is simpler than it seems. Invest in a luxurious designer leather jacket.

You see, wearing leather jackets is no longer associated with a certain image. Nowadays, a pair or two of leather jackets can actually help you out when it comes to dressing. The beauty of leather jackets is that they are not only reserved for very rigid formal events, of course, don’t wear one to a wedding, but they are also ideal to wear to semi-casual and laid-back dinner parties, cocktail soirées, or even festive year-end gatherings.

So, if you’re looking to deck out your stylish leather jacket this week, here’s how to style them.

Laid-Back Look

This versatile fashion staple will surely elevate any piece of clothing you pair it with, and if you’re going for that semi-casual look and want to keep things low-key, the solution is to pair your gorgeous leather jacket with a simple set of outfits.

We all know leather jackets look great when you pair them even with a simple T-shirt, just ask actor Jacob Elordi, like in the pic above. But if you want to step it up a notch, you can also pair them with a graphic T-shirt, like the ones from Valentino that we can’t get enough from. 

For a more casual vibe, go for everyday bottoms as well. From your favourite jeans to chinos or those comfy trousers from Brunello Cucinelli, pairing these will make you look stylish and not pompous. For an extra polished image, you can also match them with a nice pair of checkered pants and classic pantoffle, like the ones actor Rami Malek donned above.

Dress It Up

If you’re attending an event where you need to dress up, pairing a leather jacket with a nice, cosy turtleneck in a warm and bright colour and tailored pants works like a charm, as the contrast between refined knitwear and structured leather creates a look that feels refined and sharp.

But if you want to crank it up, combining your leather jacket with striking Versace shirts and neutral palette pants plus boots will guarantee to turn any heads. For a smart-casual look, you can also style a denim shirt with a leather jacket. Thanks to its glossy material and finishes, this combination gives off a charming 90s heartthrob vibe. And who doesn’t want that?

And don’t worry, you can always wear a tie under your leather jacket when you’re attending a more formal event. Like in the picture above, you can go with a neutral colour palette and switch it up with stripes or patterned pants and a pair of loafers, proving that leather jackets can be just as refined as they are versatile.

For accessorising your leather jacket look, you can always go with the signature go-to pieces, like a polished belt, a hat, and sunglasses. But if you want to go bolder, remember to pair it with a handsome handbag. 

Yes, carrying a designer tote bag from Saint Laurent or Gucci will definitely earn you extra brownie points in fashion. Or a sleek crossbody bag, like how fashion influencer Arnald Lagji showcased in his Instagram post, exude the perfect debonair vibe you can easily copy.

As the year-end is around the corner, shop your next leather jackets exclusively at MAYFEYR.