How to Style Leather Jackets Like Your Favorite Celebs

Styling Tip: Grab something vintage

Not all of us want to pay the price for a high-quality leather jacket fresh off the rack. As Drake proves here with this vintage Avirex, you shouldn’t hesitate to do some digging and buy something from decades past. Not only will you most likely be wearing something you can guarantee nobody else will have, you won’t have to go through that uncomfortable process of breaking in a stiff new leather jacket. Plus, as is the case with many articles of clothing, the vintage stuff is just better. They don’t make a lot of stuff like they used to. Depending on what exactly you’re looking for and how rare it is, you still could be paying a premium. Look hard enough and there are deals to be had.

Styling Tip: A leather jacket doesn’t have to be loud

Many people assume that a leather jacket is a piece that draws attention. But if you want to just grab a black leather jacket, it can easily become your everyday outerwear if you want it to. This recent fit worn by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a perfect example. He paired a distressed leather Coach jacket with a white T-shirt, olive green pants, and some black and white Nike Dunk Highs. We know you probably have similar items in your closet right now. This fit is clean and simple. See? Don’t try too hard. Sometimes the most obvious choices look the best.

Styling Tip: Sports fan? Nothing beats an authentic Jeff Hamilton

Jordan Clarkson is one of the best-dressed players in the NBA. Of course, he has a few amazing leather jackets hanging in his closet. One of them is this all-over NHL logo style from the legendary Jeff Hamilton. If you’re looking for a jacket to rep your favorite team, nothing beats a leather jacket from Hamilton. There’s a reason the NBA has relied on him for so many monumental moments over the years. Wearing an authentic Jeff Hamilton won’t make you an NBA champion, but it will make you look like one. That counts for something.  

Styling Tip: The right leather can add the perfect pop of color

When you think of leather jackets, you probably think of a classic black style. Yes, those will be the most versatile and live in your closet for potentially your whole life. But maybe you already have one of those and are looking for something off the beaten path. Don’t hesitate to grab a colorful leather to add a pop of color to your outfits. This recent fit worn by Joe Freshgoods in Paris is a perfect example. He accentuates his all-black ensemble with a baby blue Avirex jacket. Even better, it’s one he made. If you have the chance to wear your own designs like him, consider it a bonus. Brands like Avirex and Schott make leathers in a ton of bright colors. They aren’t as uncommon as you may think.