Leather Dresses


7 Common Myths About Leather Dresses

7 Common Myths About Leather Dresses

You can’t believe everything you hear or read about leather dresses. There are many myths surrounding leather dresses. If you’re planning to buy a leather dress in the near future, you should familiarize yourself with the following myths. Doing so will help you choose the perfect leather dress for your fashion needs. Below are seven all-too-common myths about leather dresses. #1) Can’t Wear in Cool Weather You can absolutely wear a leather dress in cool weather. Dresses, of course, are typically associated with the warmer months of the year. Most women wear them during the spring and summer months when it’s warm outside. But that doesn’t mean leather dresses are only suitable for warm weather. With the right approach, you can wear them in cool weather as well. If you’re going to wear a leather dress in cool weather, you should choose a style with pockets. Pockets will allow you to keep your hands warm. You can place your hands inside of the pockets to protect them from the cool weather. You may also want to accessorize your leather dress with leggings. Leggings will insulate your legs while keeping you warm and comfortable in the process. #2) Only Available in Faux Leather Some stores sell dresses made of faux leather, but you can still find dresses made of real leather. Most leather dresses, in fact, are made of real leather. They aren’t made of faux or artificial leather. Rather, they are made of real leather. There’s no substitution for a real leather dress. When made of real leather, dresses typically feature a softer texture. More importantly, they offer a...
Vintage Leather Dresses: Everything You Need to Know

Vintage Leather Dresses: Everything You Need to Know

Not all leather dresses feature a modern style; some of them feature a vintage style. They are still made of real leather, but vintage leather dresses offer a traditional, timeless appearance that’s not found in their modern counterparts. If you’re looking to stand out from the crowd, you may want to choose a vintage leather dress. An Introduction to Vintage Leather Dresses Vintage leather dresses are full-body one-piece garments consisting of a skirt and a top. As their name suggests, they are made of leather. Vintage leather dresses simply feature an aged style. The term “vintage” refers to a period that’s at least several decades old. Vintage leather dresses aren’t necessarily old, nor are they preowned. Rather, vintage leather dresses project a style that’s been around for at least several decades. The styles in which vintage leather dresses are made aren’t new. Rather, vintage leather dresses are characterized by the use of old styles — especially those that are at least several decades old. Vintage leather dresses aren’t necessarily old, but they do feature old and traditional styles. Modern vs Vintage Leather Dresses There are modern leather dresses, and there are vintage leather dresses. What’s the difference between these two types of leather dresses exactly? Modern leather dresses feature a new or relatively new style. Vintage leather dresses, on the other hand, feature a vintage style. Regardless of the material from which they are made, all dresses feature a style. The style is the combination of colors, patterns, textures and other visual elements that define the appearance of a dress or garment. Modern leather dresses feature a new or...
What Is a Suede Leather Dress?

What Is a Suede Leather Dress?

Leather dresses are a popular choice of women’s apparel. They are stylish, comfortable and long-lasting. Not all leather dresses, however, are made of the same material. While some of them are made of napa leather, others are made of suede leather. What is a suede leather dress exactly? Overview Suede Leather Dresses Suede leather dresses are characterized by their use of suede leather. They look like ordinary leather dresses. Most of them feature a top with a built-in skirt. Suede leather dresses are simply made of suede leather. How Suede Leather Dresses Differ From Other Leather Dresses Leather dresses can be categorized according to the type of leather from which they are made. Suede leather dresses are made of suede leather, whereas other leather dresses are made of alternative types of leather, such as napa leather. If you’ve ever felt a suede leather dress before, you may recall it being fuzzy. Suede leather has a fuzzy texture that’s not found in other types of leather. This is because it’s a type of split leather. Suede leather consists of the innermost layer of an animal hide, which is turned upside down. The napped side of the hide is then exposed, resulting in a fuzzy texture. Suede leather dresses are made of suede leather, so they feature a fuzzy texture. In addition to featuring a fuzzy texture, suede leather is somewhat thin. It’s thinner than other types of leather. All suede leather is made of an animal hide. Some manufacturers use deer hide, whereas others use of cow or goat hide to produce suede leather. Regardless, manufacturers use the innermost layer...
Leather Dresses: 7 Tips on Finding the Perfect Style

Leather Dresses: 7 Tips on Finding the Perfect Style

A leather dress is a versatile garment that’s perfect for the spring and summer months. With its leather construction, you can rest assured knowing that it will last a long time. All leather garments are long-lasting, and leather dresses are no exception. More importantly, perhaps, leather dresses look amazing. But if you’re going to buy a leather dress, you’ll need to choose the right type. #1) Look for Real Leather There’s no substitution for real leather. Dresses made of real leather are superior to those made of faux leather. They are typically softer, suppler and offer a more genuine leather appearance. Faux leather dresses, of course, aren’t made of real leather. As their name suggests, they are made of fake leather. Faux leather is synthetic leather. It may look like real leather from afar, but it lacks the attractive qualities of real leather. If you’re going to buy a leather dress, take a moment to ensure it’s made of real leather. #2) Consider the Length You should consider the length when shopping for a leather dress. The length of a leather dress may vary. Some of them are short, whereas others are long. Short leather dresses are typically classified as mini. Long leather dresses, on the other hand, are classified as maxi. There are also medium-length leather dresses, which are classified as midi. A long leather dress will cover more of your legs. As a result, you may want to stick with a maxi leather dress if you’re planning to wear it during the cooler months of the year. But for the warmer months of the year, a mini...
Kick Off the Spring Season With a Leather Dress

Kick Off the Spring Season With a Leather Dress

With spring right around the corner, there’s no better time than the present to update your wardrobe with a leather dress. Spring is synonymous with warmer temperatures. As a result, you can stop wearing full-length trousers and start wearing shorts, skirts and dresses. Rather than choosing just any dress to wear this spring, though, you should consider choosing a leather dress. What Is a Leather Dress? Leather dresses are characterized by their leather construction. They are made of the same leather material as leather jackets, leather trousers and other leather garments. Like all dresses, they consist of a skirt that’s built into an upper-body garment. While other dresses are made of traditional fabrics, leather dresses are made of leather. Why You Should Wear a Leather Dress During the Spring Leather dresses are stylish. They offer a sleek, unique appearance that’s not found in other dresses. Most dresses, of course, are made of traditional fabrics like cotton and linen. While there’s nothing wrong with wearing dresses made of these fabrics, they tend to share a similar appearance. You can stand out by wearing a leather dress during the spring. Leather dresses don’t look like other dresses. With their leather construction, they have a distinct shiny texture that differentiates them from all other types of dresses. If you’re looking to make a fashion statement this spring, you can’t go wrong with a high-quality leather dress. There’s no denying the fact that leather dresses are comfortable. Leather is soft and supple — more so than traditional fabrics. A leather dress won’t scratch your skin, nor will it cause other forms of irritation....
An Introduction to Panel Leather Dresses

An Introduction to Panel Leather Dresses

Leather isn’t used exclusively in the production of jackets and overcoats; it’s used to make a variety of garments, including dresses. There are traditional leather dresses, and there are panel leather dresses. Even if you own a traditional leather dress, you may want to invest in a panel leather dress. They are both made of real leather, but panel leather dresses offer a fresh style. What Is a Panel Leather Dress? Also known as a panelled leather dress, a panel leather dress is a type of women’s dress that’s made of multiple sections or “panels” of leather. The sections are woven together to create a single garment: a panel leather dress. Some panel leather dresses have four sections, whereas others have six or more sections. The placement of these sections may also vary. Regardless, all panel leather dresses feature multiple sections of leather. The adjacent photos depict a panel leather dress. Available for sale here at LeatherCult, it’s characterized by the use of multiple sections of leather. The panel leather dress looks like an ordinary, standard leather dress. Rather than being made of a single piece of leather, though, it’s made of multiple sections of leather. Standard vs Panel Leather Dresses Leather dresses can be classified as either standard or panel depending on their construction. Standard leather dresses don’t feature multiple sections of leather. They are constructed of a large piece of leather. Panel leather dresses, on the other hand, are constructed of multiple pieces of leather. Each of these pieces is a section. During production, the individual sections are woven together to create a panel leather dress. Benefits...