Sep 1, 2018

15 Ways to Style a Leather Jacket for Fall

by Avery Matera

There’s nothing more classic than a leather jacket. But it’s high time that the wardrobe essential get the attention it deserves. Sure, you’ve always knownit’s that piece all the stylish girls love, but why? What makes this biker-inspired piece of outerwear such a must-have? It is, of course, because there’s no look that a leather jacket doesn’t make better. Whether it’s taking the ultra-feminine boudoir trend and adding a little edge, by way of a leather jacket and slip dress, or keeping it casual cool and styling a go-to look all year round with a classic white T-shirt, jeans, and that perfect cropped moto, a leather jacket is never going to let you down.

This fall, we’re wearing leather jackets more than ever. While we have our favorite perfectly worn style, we’re grabbing a few more to make sure we’re covered for anything our social calendar throws our way. There’s the shearling-lined for colder days, the shrunken style that is fitting of more formal events, and that oversized borrowed-from-the-boys silhouette you can throw on to grab brunch with your friends. Check out the looks below and be inspired for your every leather jacket look this season.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: plaid button-down, trousers, and combat boots

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@abigailroze

Mix a preppy plaid top with black trousers and grunge combat boots, topping the whole look with a leather jacket draped over your shoulders.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: graphic T-shirt and black pants

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@alessandragl

Consider a non-black leather jacket when looking for something a little different.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: sporty bomber style and jeans

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@aninebing

Seek leather jacket details, like striped cuffs and waistline for a look that's just a little different.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: layered with a pencil skirt and trench coat

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@bethiegirmai

Layer up this fall with a leather jacket and ladylike look, topped with a trench on colder days.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: leather puffer and pixie pants

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@camillecharriere

Go unconventional with a leather puffer in lieu of a classic moto jacket.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: classic white T-shirt and jeans

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@darjabarannik

The ultimate uniform: a white T-shirt, skinny jeans, and a leather jacket to finish it off.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: black camisole and vintage denim

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@deborabrosa

Dress up your distressed vintage denim with a silk camisole and leather jacket this fall.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: all black athleisure

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@driamurphy

Go all black with leggings, a T-shirt, and oversized leather jacket for a chic take on the athleisure trend.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: sweatshirt and straight-leg jeans

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@himichelleli

Make a sweatshirt and denim look feel a little more tailored with the addition of a classic moto.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: striped pants

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@humidityistheenemy

Amp up your elegant striped trousers with a cropped leather jacket that fits just-so.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: white jeans and flat mules

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@jen_wonders

Consider styling your wardrobe essential with a pair of white jeans instead of your go-to blue styles.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: lace-trimmed slipdress

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@karenbritchick

Play with all your favorite trends by topping a boudoir-inspired slip dress with a shrunken leather jacket style.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: tailored trousers and a turtleneck

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@kristenmarienichols

Make your tailored trousers and turtleneck a little more youthful by adding a moto jacket on top.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: floral silk midi dress

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@mduenasjacobs

Even for a more formal event, in the right shrunken size, a leather jacket is a perfect styling piece.

Leather jacket outfits for fall: pink jacket and floral dress

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@waityouneedthis

Go pastel this fall with a light pink leather jacket top top all your floral sundresses with to make a summer favorite a little more autumn-friendly.

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