5 Tips to Keep Your Leather Jacket Looking New

5 Tips to Keep Your Leather Jacket Looking New

Nothing says first-class style like a genuine leather jacket. From its subtle grain texture to its soft yet durable feel, leather truly in a class of its own. Perhaps this is why so many men and women prefer leather jackets are over fabrics and materials. But like all garments, even those made with leather must be properly maintained to preserve their appearance and characteristics. Don’t Leave it in the Sun Granted, occasional sun exposure isn’t going to cause any major damage to a leather jacket. However, if you leave your leather jacket stored directly in the sun, day after day, it can fade its color. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing, as some people prefer the unique look of faded leather. But if you’re hoping to preserve the original appearance of your leather jacket, it’s recommended that you store it out of the sun. Don’t Scratch it Use caution not to scratch your leather jacket, as this can leave visible marks behind that aren’t easy to remove.  If you are working outside, for instance, consider wearing a different jacket so you don’t damage your leather jacket. Rubbing a leather jacket against a tree branch, nail or debris may leave behind visible scratch marks. Spot Clean Stains Try not to panic if you accidentally spill something on your leather jacket. With a little bit of work, minor stains can be removed.  Just run a clean washcloth under lukewarm water and blot the stain until it comes out. Assuming the stain was recently made and hasn’t settled into the leather, this should suffice. For deeper stains, however, you may need to...
Caring for a Suede Jacket

Caring for a Suede Jacket

They may not boast the same level of popularity as leather jackets, but suede jackets remain a classic, time-tested choice of outwear among both men and women. Featuring a soft, almost fuzzy texture, it’s a welcomed alternative to many traditional fabrics and materials. But if you’re going to buy a suede jacket, you need to know how to care for it. Don’t Wear Suede in the Rain Suede and water don’t mix, which is why you should avoid wearing suede jackets (or any other garments made of this fabric) in the rain. When suede is exposed to water, it tends to soak it up, promoting the formation of mold and mildew. This doesn’t necessarily mean that splashing a small amount of water on your suede jacket is going to destroy it, but if you’re looking to prolong the life of your suede jacket you should keep it dry whenever possible. Spot Clean Stains It’s bound to happen sooner or later. Maybe you accidentally spill your morning coffee on your suede jacket, or maybe some mud makes its way onto your jacket. Rather than attempting to clean your suede jacket in the washing machine (never a good idea, by the way), you should spot clean these stains. The best way to spot clean a suede jacket is by blotting the stained area with a lukewarm washcloth topped with a small amount of liquid laundry detergent. As long as you blot the stain and don’t rub it, it should come out with relatively ease. For more severe stains, however, you may need to use vinegar. Instead of using liquid laundry detergent...
5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Look

5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Look

Color Coordinate When planning your wardrobe, make sure it features colors that match or at least flow cohesively with one another. Randomly pairing different garments together with no sense of color coordination is a recipe for disaster. You may get lucky and find a winning combination, but nine out of ten times it will clash. The bottom line is that you need to make sure the colors of your outfit match before walking out the door. Wear a Belt Some women assume that belts are only useful when wearing jeans or other traditional pants, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Belts offer a great way to accessorize a dress as well. Whether it’s little black dress (LBD), formal dress, etc., you can wrap a belt around the waist to enhance your appearance. Press Your Garments I think we’ve all been guilty of wearing wrinkled clothes at some point or another. While it may seem harmless enough, wrinkled clothes will have a negative impact on your appearance, so it’s best to avoid this fashion faux pas. Using an iron and ironing board, press your garments before wearing them. Or if they are dry-clean only, take them to the dry cleaners. Dress in Layers One of the easiest ways to improve your look is to dress in layers. This offers greater versatility in terms of defining your appearance for specific occasions. If you want a new “look,” you can simply take off the outer layer. Assuming the under layer consists of a different color and/or style, you can change your appearance on the fly by wearing multiple layers. And...
How to Accessorize a Leather Dress

How to Accessorize a Leather Dress

Nothing says modern fashion like an elegant leather dress. Featuring the subtle yet sophisticated characteristics that define leather, it’s a stunning choice that’s sure to enhance any woman’s appearance. But like most garments, the trick to successfully wearing a leather dress in the most appealing manner possible lies in the accessories. Unfortunately, many women struggle to choose accessories for their leather dress. Because this isn’t an ordinary cotton dress, it requires a different approach. If you wear the same “ordinary” accessories with it, you’ll likely fail to achieve an attractive, thought-out look. So, what are some good accessories to wear with a leather dress? Belt Just because your leather dress lacks the standard belt loops around the waistline doesn’t necessarily mean that you can’t wear a belt with it. On the contrary, accessorizing your leather dress with a belt is a great way to enhance its appearance while adding new color to your outfit. If you have a black leather dress, for instance, try accessorizing it with a red belt. The contrasting relationship between the black and red creates a stunningly bold appearance that’s sure to turn heads. High Heels High heels are an excellent choice of footwear for a leather dress, assuming you choose the right color. Going back to the example above, if you’re going to wear a black leather dress with a red belt, then you should complete the look with a pair of red high-heeled shoes. Maintaining cohesion with your belt and shoes is essential to creating a uniform look. Clutch Purse Yes, a clutch purse is also considered an accessory — and it’s a...
Should I Choose a Brown or Black Leather Jacket?

Should I Choose a Brown or Black Leather Jacket?

So, you’re in the market for a new leather jacket? Being that leather is our specialty, you’ve come to the right place! But now you’re faced with the task of choosing a style and color. While leather jackets are available in a wide variety of colors, the two most popular are black and brown. You really can’t go wrong with either a brown or black leather jacket, assuming it’s genuine leather and made with a high level of craftsmanship.  However, your choice of color will directly impact the way in which you wear it. This begs the question: should you choose a brown or black leather jacket? What’s Your Preferred Choice of Footwear? Consider your shoes and footwear when choosing a leather jacket. If you normally wear brown boots during the fall and winter months, then perhaps a similar brown-colored leather jacket would be the best choice. On the other hand, if you normally wear black shoes, then you should choose a black-colored leather jacket. A good rule of thumb is to match your jacket with your shoes, in which case your leather jacket should be the same color (or at least similar) as your shoes. Black is More Formal… Some people may argue otherwise, but many fashion experts view black as being a more formal color than brown. It possesses a newer, more modern appearance that’s not found in brown. Therefore, a black leather jacket is the preferred choice for formal events. If you’re looking for an everyday jacket, however, a traditional brown leather jacket may suffice. ‘Rugged’ Brown Look Of course, many men and women prefer the...