by Leather | Leather Care |
It’s only natural to want your leather to maintain its look and feel for the years to come, and it certainly can. The key to this is caring for your boots, jackets and other leather garments properly, and learning how to use saddle soap in conjunction with the best conditioners. There’s no other material or fabric that compares to the versatility of genuine leather. Whether it’s made of cow’s hide, sheep’s hide or any other common animal hide, leather offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and durability. Perhaps this is why it remains one of the world’s most widely used materials in the production of jackets and accessories. If you’re thinking about buying new leather pants or some other leather garment, you’ll need to know how to care for it. Leather — like all materials — requires regular maintenance to preserve its original appearance and characteristics. Failure to do so could result in degradation and subsequent shortening of the lifespan of your leather garment. While there are dozens of ways to clean and care for leather, one of the best all-around solutions is to use saddle soap. So, what is saddle soap exactly? And how do you use it on leather? To learn more about saddle soap, keep reading. The Basics Some people assume that saddle soap is designed specifically for leather saddles, but this is a misconception. Granted, as its name suggests, you can certainly use saddle soap to clean and maintain saddles, but this is far from its only application. Saddle soap is perfect for a range of leather products, including, but certainly not limited to:...
by Leather | Leather Pants |
If you’re looking to make a statement with your sense of fashion, you should consider purchasing a pair of leather leggings. Not to be confused with leather pants, these stylish form-fitting trousers are guaranteed to enhance your appearance. Best of all, their unique style makes them stand out, all while offering the same qualities as other genuine leather garments. To learn more about leather leggings, including the benefits they offer, keep reading. What Are Leather Leggings? Leather leggings, as the name suggests, are leggings made of genuine leather. Like all leggings, they are designed to fit closely against your legs and waist when worn. Leggings were popularized during the 1960s when they were worn as athletic trousers for athletic purposes. While many women still wear leggings when exercising, doing yoga or engaging in other forms of exercise, leggings have since made their way into mainstream fashion. The term “leather leggings” simply refers to form-fitting trousers or “leggings” that are made of genuine leather. Most leggings, of course, are made of traditional materials like polyester, spandex or various synthetic-organic hybrid materials. Leather leggings are unique because they are made of leather rather than these traditional materials. Benefits of Leather Leggings Why should you wear leather leggings? Well, because they are made of leather, you can rest assured knowing they are comfortable. They don’t have a hard, rigid or abrasive surface. On the contrary, leather leggings have a soft surface that’s easy and gentle on your skin. Whether you intend to wear for a 30-minute workout session or the entire day, they won’t cause discomfort. Leather leggings are comfortable to wear...
by Leather | Leather Dresses |
A belt is a versatile fashion accessory that you can wear in countless outfits. In addition to jeans, shorts and other trousers, for instance, you wear them with leather dresses. The thought of wearing a belt with a leather dress may sound unusual. After all, dresses generally don’t “require” a belt. Whether it’s a strap or strapless dress, all dresses stay up on their own. While you can always omit this fashion accessory from your outfit, though, wearing a belt with a leather dress offers several benefits — assuming you follow the right approach. Why You Should Wear a Belt With Your Leather Dress You can use a belt to define your midsection when wearing a leather dress. Since belts are worn around the waist, they’ll draw attention to your midsection. If you’re trying to stand out in the crowd, there’s no better accessory to wear with a leather dress than a belt. As it draws Another reason to wear a belt with a leather dress is to create a more colorful outfit. If you only wear a leather dress, your outfit probably won’t have many colors in it. Most leather dresses are designed in a single color. Maybe your leather dress is black, or perhaps it’s brown. Regardless, you can add more colors to your outfit by sporting a belt. You may find that wearing a belt makes your leather dress a little more comfortable. If your leather dress bunches up around the midsection, for instance, a belt may prevent this from happening. Choose a Leather Belt If you’re thinking about accessorizing your leather dress with a belt,...
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