A leather jacket is a must for every man's wardrobe and is also a great way to express his personal style. Leather jackets never go out of fashion and are warm, durable, timeless and always looks classic. Investment in leather jackets is one time and can be used over the years without getting spoilt. Always purchase a leather jacket that is of the right fit and quality as it is a one-time investment.
Today, every small minority of people wants dress in the clothing that appears in high-fashion magazines or on fashion-show runways. Perfect for every family member, the leathery jacket goes with everything from jeans to cashmere and last for years. More versatile than fur, hipper than cashmere, cheaper than diamonds: Leather is the fairest of them all, coming in a huge variety of finishes, styles and colors. In a sense they are a romantic story telling its history: Stretch marks from giving birth, horn cuts from a fight with a predator or fellow burl, barbed wire marks from fencing, etc
Here are the few basic things you should consider while purchasing a leather jacket.
1 Be prepared to spend at least $250.A good leather jacket costs around $600 or more. If you purchase it on sale it might cost you less. The price is not unreasonable considering the fact that how often you'll wear it and for how long the jacket will last.
2 Buy one of the classic styles, which includes bomber, blazer and is also a zip-up jacket. A medium length jacket, which is above your thigh. Waist or hip-length jackets are versatile. A trench coat can be sleek and slimming on the right figure.
3 There is a wide range of colors to choose from but black is the most popular one, also you could consider shades of brown. The textures vary from buttery soft, thin leather to thicker, more durable jackets. Suede, which requires more care, is another option to choose from.
4 While purchasing the leather jacket make sure the jacket's construction is right. Seams should be strong and perfect and the bottom hem should be straight. The collar and pockets should lie flat. Check the lining for strong seams, especially in the pockets where you can get a lot of wear and tear. Motorcycle jackets should have vents, a padded kidney panel, and tough leather. All crucial for safe and comfortable riding.
Leather jackets require a lot of maintainence. Take proper care by storing the leather coat properly. Make sure that you hang the leather coat on a sturdy hanger supporting the shoulders and remove all items from pockets. Also always make sure to wipe off spills and dirt immediately.
Over the years, leather coats have become richer and more supple and acquires a soft patina much like a well-worn glove or saddle.
Tips On maintain a leather coat
Here are a few leather storage tips will certainly help preserve the style integrity of your new coat.
- Always make sure to never clean the leather coat with a cleaner otherwise it will cause the color and texture of the coat may vary slightly from its original appearance.
- Maintain the leather garment's shape by always hanging leather clothing on wide or padded hangers
- Leather becomes dry when stored in plastic or other non-breathable covers.
Avoid very humid and dry environments as well as direct sunlight.
- Air-dry wet or damp leather away from any direct heat source. Use leather conditioner to restore flexibility, while suede can be brushed with a terry towel to restore its original luster.
- Immediately remove all winter salt deposits from clothing by sponging with clear water.
- Air dry naturally and use a leather conditioner.
- Allow wrinkles to naturally hang out. If the leather coat must not be ironed or use the iron's rayon setting. Create pressing clothing with heavy brown wrapping paper on the right side of the garment- a quick hand to prevents overheating and shine.
- Pass up spraying perfumes or hair sprays while wearing leather clothing and stay away from wearing pins, or using adhesive badges or tape on the garment
- Keep hair and body oil away from soiling the leather garment's collar by wearing a scarf at the neckline.
- In a pinch, hems can be fixed with a tiny amount of rubber cement, but best results, see a leather care professional.
- Always professionally dry clean metallic leather garments to maintain their finish.
- Pre-test at-home cleaning products on an inconspicuous part of the garment before making a visible mistake.
- Professional leather cleaning is always preferred.
Leather is not meant to get wet, as that tends to deplete the natural oils, and it is advisable to wear a rain suit over your leathers in inclement weather. However if they do get wet, allow them to dry naturally away from extreme heat. If the leather seems to be losing its luster, it can be oiled to improve its appearance. This supplements the natural oils in the leather itself, which can be washed out through repeated exposure to water. Frequent oiling of leather with mink oil or other commercially available products will keep your leathers supple and improve their lifespan dramatically.
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