by Leather | Leather Pants |
Leather pants are available in a variety of colors. In addition to black and brown, you can find them in red. Red leather pants, in fact, have become a popular choice for both men and women. They are still made of real leather. Red leather pants are simply dyed a bright red color during production. Below are seven tips on how to choose the perfect red leather pants. #1) Consider Your Footwear You should consider your footwear when choosing red leather pants. In other words, what type of footwear do you intend to wear with them? Like most pants, red leather pants different types of footwear. You can wear sneakers, high heels, boots and other types of footwear with them. If you’re planning to wear boots with them, though, you may want to choose boot-cut red leather pants. Boot-cut refers to a tapered design. Boot-cut red leather pants become narrower towards the hem. This tapered design will allow you to wrap the hem over the top of your boots. If you’re planning to wear with them other types of footwear, such as sneakers or high heels, you don’t have to choose a boot-cut style. But for boots, there’s no better choice than boot-cut red leather pants. #2) Look for Pockets When choosing red leather pants, look for pockets. Most red leather pants are designed with pockets. You can find pockets on the front and back. The front of the red leather pants should feature at least two pockets — one on each side. The back of the red leather pants should feature an additional two pockets. With this traditional...
by Leather | Leather Jackets |
Leather jackets are recognized for their superior strength and durability. When compared to other forms of outerwear, they typically last longer. It’s not uncommon for leather jackets to last for 20 or more years. In comparison, other forms of outerwear may only for three to seven years. If you’re tired of constantly buying new forms of outerwear, a leather jacket may offer a solution. Thanks to its everlasting benefits, you can rest assured knowing that it won’t degrade due to the hands of time. Why do leather jackets last for such a long period exactly? Snagproof Snagging isn’t a concern with a leather jacket. Leather jackets aren’t made of traditional textile fabrics like wool or cotton. Instead, they are made of leather. While traditional textile fabrics can snag when caught on objects, leather is snagproof. Only outerwear made of traditional textile fabrics can snag. Snagging occurs when an object “catches” the fabric. As the object pulls away from the fabric, it will cause the fabric to unravel. Leather jackets are made of leather, and because leather has a smooth surface, it’s immune to snagging. High-Quality Fasteners Like most forms of outerwear, leather jackets feature fasteners. Some of them have buttons, whereas others have a zipper. There are also leather jackets with both buttons and a zipper. Buttons and zippers are fasteners. While other forms of outerwear have them as well, leather jackets typically feature higher quality fasteners. Leather jackets are designed with premium zippers and buttons. They aren’t made of cheap materials. Instead, the fasteners used in leather jackets are made of premium materials, such as high-quality metal, that...
by Leather | Leather Jeans |
Jeans have come a long way since their origins over a century ago. You can now find them in dozens of colors, and you can even find them made of leather. Leather jeans offer a fresh take on this otherwise traditional garment. They are soft, stylish, semi-elastic and versatile. Most importantly perhaps, leather jeans match all other leather garments. You can wear them with a leather jacket or leather shirt, for example, to achieve a uniform appearance. What Are Leather Jeans? Leather jeans are full-length trousers made of leather. They aren’t true jeans. Only trousers made of entirely or mostly of denim are technically considered jeans. Nonetheless, leather jeans share many of the same qualities as jeans. They are simply leather trousers that are designed to look like jeans when worn. While they are available in different styles, most leather jeans feature the following characteristics: Made of real leatherFull length design that completely covers the legsFour primary pockets, as well as two smaller pockets inside of the front two pocketsHigh-quality rivets and fasteners Denim vs Leather Jeans Traditional jeans, of course, are made of denim. For well over a century, jeans have been of denim. Denim is a type of durable cotton. It’s made by weaving the weft of cotton under two or more warp threads. All denim is made of cotton. The cotton features a particular weaving pattern that results in a durable and strong fabric known as denim. Leather jeans aren’t made of denim. As the name suggests, they are made of leather. There are several different types of leather. Some leather is made of cowhide, whereas...
by Leather | Leather Skirts |
Leather skirts are often categorized according to their length. While you can find them in countless different sizes — as well as custom sizes — they typically fall under one of three lengths: mini, midi and maxi. All leather skirts are made of leather. A leather construction is what distinguishes them from other skirts. With that said, leather skirts are available in mini, midi and maxi lengths. What’s the difference between a mini, midi and maxi leather skirt exactly? What Is a Mini Leather Skirt? A mini leather skirt is a type of open lower body garment that’s defined by a short length. Mini is the shortest length category in which skirts are made. With a mini leather skirt, the hemline will typically extend the thighs when worn. Mini leather skirts don’t extend to the knees, nor do they extend past the knees. They have a short length that typically only extends to the thighs. Mini is simply the shortest length in which skirts, including leather skirts, are made. What Is a Midi Leather Skirt? A midi leather skirt is a type of open lower body garment that’s defined by a medium length. Midi leather skirts are longer than mini leather skirts. Most of them extend to about the knees or slightly below the knees when worn. As a result, midi leather skirts are several inches longer than mini leather skirts. Midi leather skirts are still made of leather, and they still have a hemline. The hemline of a midi leather skirt, however, extends farther down the legs when worn than that of a mini leather skirt. Midi leather...
by Leather | Leather Jackets |
There’s no substitution for the timeless style and ultra-comfortable texture of a leather jacket. You can wear a leather jacket in most of your daily outfits. Their timeless style means that they’ll match most of the garments with which they are worn. Combined with their soft and supple texture, you can rest assured knowing that they are comfortable. You probably won’t wear your leather jacket all 365 days a year, however. There are instances in which you may want to store your leather jacket. Leather jackets require a little extra care when being stored. This post reveals the dos and don’ts of storing a leather jacket. Do Check the Pockets It’s a good idea to check the pockets before storing your leather jacket. Nearly all leather jackets have pockets. Some of them have two pockets on the front — one pocket on each side of the front — whereas others have four or more pockets. Before storing your leather jacket, take a moment to check the pockets to ensure they are empty. If there are any items inside of the pockets, you should take them out. Don’t Store in Direct Sunlight When choosing a place to store your leather jacket, make sure it’s not directly exposed to sunlight. Even if store your leather jacket indoors, it may be directly exposed to sunlight. Storing your leather jacket near a window, for instance, may result in sunlight beaming through the windows and striking it. Why is this a bad idea? Leather jackets can typically withstand some sunlight. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, though, can cause them to dry out. If your...
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