This post is all about a quest to find that perfect spring/summer (and autumn!) leather jacket.
I know that for some of you summer means HOT weather.
The only fabrics that probably spring into your mind are:
- Linen.
- Cotton.
- Anything light and breezy!
The thought of a leather jacket might bring you out in a (literal) hot sweat and I understand.
(I also envy you a little TBH.)
However, anyone who lives in the UK will know that Scotland never really gets HOT.
Of course, we do get the odd scorcher now and again.
It does occasionally warm up.
The odd day might be over 25ºc.
We have even been known to get a run of warm days.
We once had a HOT week!
BUT, for the most part, summer is changeable.
It can be cold and rainy at the drop of a hat.
Our lightweight jackets are never too far away.
Leather jackets can be worn all year round and this year I'm on a mission to find another great leather jacket to add to my collection.
I wear a leather jacket at least once a week.
They work beautifully day and night over both smart and casual outfits, including evening wear.
Popping on a leather jacket adds an edge to any look.
Today I'm trying some new styles (and colours) and will hopefully find a new favourite.
I hope some of these jackets might help you to find the perfect jacket that fits into your own wardrobe too.
A great leather jacket is a classic piece, that never dates, and lasts for years.
The brand I want to share with you today is called Hidepark.
I've had one of their pieces for a few years now and I always get compliments on it.
You can see me wearing it HERE.
{This is a paid collaboration but I must tell you that I would NOT be recommending them if I didn't believe that you'd be delighted with anything you bought!}
They sell the most beautiful quality coats and jackets that are made to last.
I'm always blown away by the price tags too.
They just don't seem to match the quality of the jackets compared to what I've seen elsewhere.
{Nothing here costs more than £175 which is amazing really isn't?}
Looking at the prices of the HidePark jackets I wonder what kind of HUGE mark-ups some of the big high street shops burden us with?!
I refuse to pay more than I have to for anything and object to being ripped off.
Let's take a look at a few affordable options...
1. CLASSIC BIKER BLACK
Who doesn't love a classic biker?
This one has a tough look and is butter soft to boot!
This classic black jacket won the majority vote in my house.
I got a thumbs up from my husband...
"Ooooo, that looks really nice. Very Edgy and Sexy looking... Hmmm"
Praise indeed!
The jacket also got a bigger thumbs up from one of my girls.
A teen's approval is hard to get!
(I think she might secretly have her eye on it though.)
I was my favourite style too BUT much as I love the tough black vibes, it doesn't love me back.
I just don't suit black.... meh!
Whenever I wear black I need more makeup than normal to look half-alive... and that's never good, is it?
The high contrast between the black leather and the silver hardware looks SO cool and would look great on anyone with higher contrast in their colouring.
2. FEMININE and FLATTERING PINK
This pink jacket is bloomin' gorgeous and would work with LOADS of different outfits.
I love the uneven, aged effect of the leather and the simple cut.
It's a cracker!
However, I already own a nude jacket and I'm not doubling up on styles.
The whole point in my new jacket is to fill a hole in my jacket wardrobe.
This style comes in loads of different colours if you're not a fan of pink.
3. FIREY RED
I LOVE this jacket too.
Blimey, it's SO hard to choose just one!
However, I felt it was a little big on my frame.
The red is so versatile and would work throughout the year.
I love the simple design and feminine feel.
It's a gorgeous jacket that came a close second in the family vote.
No wonder.
My youngest put it perfectly...
"Brown and black jackets are everywhere, in every shop. They're boring. You never see a jacket like that one, do you? It's cool!"
Cool indeed.
Plus, it comes in a few other great colours.
4. DENIM JACKET STYLE
This jacket is so different and interesting!
Copying the design of a classic denim jacket.
How clever!
I love the cut.
The leather is so soft and lovely.
I can imagine this jacket looking amazing with so many different pieces.
It could be thrown on over as many outfits as a denim style could be worn.
So that means it would work with almost everything!
A classic with a twist.
(Alas, a little roomy for me... sigh...)
5. TRUE BLUE baby, I Love you!
This last jacket is my favourite.
Not only do I love the soft (but also rich) blue colour slightly BUT the leather is a delight.
The fit is great and the feel is even better!
This one is cut a little neater and fits my body more comfortably.
There is still room for my ever-present layers but it's neat enough to go over a plain t-shirt, as I've done here.
I love everything about this jacket and know I'll be wearing it forever.
As my Nan used to say...
"This will see me out."
Thanks Nan!
I'd LOVE to know which of these jackets you would choose for yourself?
Or, what other styles and colours you would pick?
Do you prefer classic colours and shapes?
Or, do you like to be a little bit different...Red? Bright blue? Cream? Embroidered details?
PINK JACKET: Trudy (also comes in LIGHT BLUE, NAVY, GREEN and BLACK)
RED JACKET: Cayla (also available in BLACK, GREY, TAN, BURGUNDY and GREEN)
NAVY DENIM-STYLE: Tilly (also in black)
BLUE JACKET: Elsie (also available in BLACK and TAN)
I thought I'd leave you with my favourite scruffy photobomber in action!
