In my eyes, leather jackets have always been a haphazard article of clothing with immensely varying results. On one hand, some people wearing one will effortlessly pull them off, reaching levels of cool matched only by James Dean or James Bond. On the other end, many consumers will buy a cheaply made Kohl’s leather jacket … Read more
A fine leather jacket is a rite of passage. They can be luxurious, elegant, badass, or all of the above. For some, it can even be the defining wardrobe accessory that anchors an entire style. However, leather jackets can also be, for many, prohibitively expensive. Now, the last thing you want when buying a luxury … Read more
Leather jackets, like denim jeans, are a wardrobe staple that never goes out of style. They look effortlessly cool, bleed masculinity, and will last for decades if properly cared for. In recent years, retailers are capitalizing on the leather jacket craze by selling their own versions of iconic models. Unfortunately, many of these jackets are … Read more
Leather jackets are timelessly stylish and can last for decades, but they require proper care and maintenance to keep them looking their best. Like your own skin, leather needs to be hydrated and cleaned on a regular basis in order to maximize its beauty and longevity — but fortunately, not as often as your face. … Read more
I’m going to be talking about this exceptional garment here: is my Hooch Hauler jacket from Aero Leather in Russet Badalassi. I don’t plan to get any more leather jackets after this one. As a leatherworker — do check out my wares — I love the fact that leather jacket is just a different way … Read more
A good leather jacket can make any outfit — hell, any person — look cool. Even paired with dirty jogging shoes and a coffee-stained tee, if you’ve got a cool leather jacket then your outfit will work. For those who like to wear the best possible version of something, chances are they admire apparel coming … Read more
If you like clothes, you like fall. In fact, even if you don’t like clothes, you know that you look better in a jacket than a big puffy coat, right? Fall is simply the season, whether you’re a fashionista or a regular joe: you can wear boots, jeans, and a medium weight jacket and look … Read more
If you’ve made it this far, you’re probably suspecting it and I’m here to confirm: Schott makes the American leather jacket Irving Schott and his brother Jack, sons of Russian immigrants, started the company on New York City’s Lower East Side in 1913. The company swears that Irving was the first man to ever put … Read more