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6 Leather Fashion Trends for Women to Watch this Spring

6 Leather Fashion Trends for Women to Watch this Spring

Spring is in the air, well almost at least. With the official start of the spring season just one month away, many women are using this time to clear out their closet and update their wardrobe with the latest fashion trends. Rather than wearing the same clothes that you normally wear during this time of year, however, you should consider diversifying your outfits with leather. The addition of leather is an excellent choice for any woman’s wardrobe. It’s fun, classic, stylish, and goes well with a variety of other colors and styles. So, what are some of the different leather fashion trends that you can expect to see more of this spring season? Leather Jacket Over a Maxi Dress Who says you can’t wear a leather jacket with a maxi dress? No one, that’s who! Combing these two classic garments creates a stunning look that’s sure to turn heads. Maxi dresses, as you may already know, are characterized by a long, flowing design that typically stops around your ankles. They are longer than both mini and midi dresses, which has a tendency to turn some women away from them. Worn alone, maxi dresses are somewhat plain and generic, but you can revitalize them with new life by pairing it with a genuine leather jacket. It’s a simple yet sophisticated look that any women can achieve, regardless of her fashion experience. Just remember to avoid pairing a black maxi dress (or any dress for that matter) with a brown leather jacket, as brown and black do NOT mix in the world of fashion. Leather Leggings with an Oversized T-Shirt Sometimes...
5 Reasons to Give Leather This Holiday Season

5 Reasons to Give Leather This Holiday Season

The cold temperatures that so many of us are experiencing can only mean one thing: the holidays are right around the corner! Rather than giving your loved ones a tacky sweater or gift card, you should give them something more meaningful and thoughtful, such as a leather jacket or dress. Leather makes a wonderful gift for the holidays because of the following. It’s Timeless Let’s face it, fashion trends come and go from year to year. A particular style that’s “hot” one year may be considered tacky the next. Thankfully, leather garments offer a timeless, classic appearance that’s not going to go out of style anytime soon. Leather has been worn by cultures throughout the world for centuries, and even to this day it remains one of the most popular fabrics for fashion garments. It’s the Gift that Keeps on Giving Many people give retail gift cards, gourmet chocolates, or other perishable/one-time-use items for the holidays. Unfortunately, gifts such as these are forgotten about after the recipient uses them. With a leather dress, jacket or shirt, however, the recipient may continue to use the gift for years to come. It’s High-Quality Cotton shirts, dresses and other garments often snag and suffer damage. It’s frustrating when you acquire a new shirt or dress, only to discover a tear in it just weeks later.  But leather garments are stronger, more durable, and generally made with an emphasis on quality rather than quantity.  As a result, friends and family members are sure to appreciate a genuine leather garment as a holiday gift. It’s Meaningful This alone should be reason enough to give...
Fun Facts About Leather

Fun Facts About Leather

There’s ‘Salmon’ Leather No, I’m not talking about salmon-colored leather. There’s actually leather that is made from the skin of salmon. Many people in Iceland and Norway farm salmon for this very reason. The high strength and unique, elegant look make it a prized type of leather, although its popularity has yet to catch on here in the U.S. Four Forms of Leather Most types of leather can be broken down into one of the four following categories: full-grain, top-grain, corrected-grain, and split leather.  Of the four, top-grain and full-grain offer the highest level of quality, making them the preferred choice for jackets, pants, and other leather accessories. Leather Has Been Around for Centuries Leather is one of the oldest — if not the oldest — the fabric on the planet. Civilizations from across the globe and throughout time have used leather to produce clothing and other items. While construction techniques have changed over the years, the basic concept of leather remains the same. The Average Person Wears Four Pieces of Leather On any given day, the average person wears roughly four pieces of leather on his or her body. This may include your shoes, belt, jacket, watch, hat, jewelry, and more. The next time you are getting ready for work in the morning, count how many pieces of leather you are wearing. The answer might just surprise you. Leather is a Renewable Resource Leather is classified as a natural, renewable resource. This makes is an excellent choice of material for Eco-concsious companies and consumers. Leather Changes Based on the Surrounding Environment Because leather contains thousands upon thousands of...
Women’s Fashion Trends to Watch this Fall Season

Women’s Fashion Trends to Watch this Fall Season

In case you didn’t get the memo, the start of fall is right around the corner. Beginning on September 23 and ending on December 21, this time of year is characterized by cool temperatures, dry air, and a general change of “life.” As a result, your wardrobe should reflect these changes. But creating a stylish, comfortable wardrobe for the fall isn’t always an easy task. Fashion trends come and go from year to year. What’s hot one year may be gone the next. If you are struggling to create a fashionable fall wardrobe, keep reading to learn more about the upcoming women’s fashion trends to watch this fall season. While you may already know some of them, chances are others will surprise you. Olive-Green Dresses, shirts, jackets and other garments featuring the olive-green color are coming back in style, and rightfully so: they offer a fun and unique alternative to many of the standard colors that we’ve become accustomed to seeing in the world of fashion.  And being that olive-green matches virtually any color or design, it’s easy to pair with other garments and accessories. If you are interested in adding olive-green to your fall wardrobe, check out the leather blazer offered here at LeatherCult. Made of genuine, green leather, it’s the perfect choice for the upcoming cool fall weather. Sweater Dresses Granted, sweater dresses aren’t a new fashion trend by any means. In fact, they’ve been around for decades, offering a unique combination of a dress and sweater into a single garment. However, all indications suggest that fall 2015 will be the season of the sweater dress. Many...
5 Reasons to Embrace Leather Fashion

5 Reasons to Embrace Leather Fashion

Still haven’t jumped aboard the leather bandwagon? Whether it’s a shirt, dress, jacket, or pants, leather is the perfect choice of material for all types of fashion garments. Here’s why. It’s Timeless Fashion trends come and go from year to year. What’s “hot” one season may be gone the next. However, leather remains a classic, time-tested style that remains a popular choice among men and women alike. With leather, you can rest assured knowing that it won’t be going out of style anytime soon. This alone is reason enough for many people to invest in leather fashion as opposed to garments made of other fabrics and materials. Insulation and Warmth With winter fast approaching (December 21, FYI), you need to consider the warmth of your garments. Unfortunately, most standard all-cotton t-shirts, dresses and other garments offer very little in terms of insulation and warmth. As a result, wearing them during the winter can be downright uncomfortable. But this is an area in which leather shines, as it offers a superior level of insulation and warmth. Variety of Colors Who says leather is only available in the standard brown/tan color? While this is arguably the single most popular color for leather garments and accessories, there are literally dozens of other color varieties available as well, some of which include black, red, green, blue, yellow, black, and shades thereof. Feel free to experiment with some of these non-traditional colors to see what works and what doesn’t. Easy to Match A fourth reason why everyone should embrace leather fashion is because it’s easy to match with other garments and accessories. Planning on...
The Growing Trend of Leather Shorts

The Growing Trend of Leather Shorts

In case you didn’t get the memo, there’s a growing fashion trend involving leather shorts. Whether you’re a man, woman, young or old, this stylish and versatile garment is the perfect way to spruce up your summer look. Leather shorts are comfortable, durable, and let’s face it — they possess a unique style that’s not found in other material or textiles, making them the ideal choice for fashion-forward individuals. Benefits of Leather Shorts Most people resort to wearing cotton or denim jeans during the summer. There’s certainly nothing wrong with wearing shorts made of these materials, but they ultimately lack any sense of style. You can differentiate yourself from the “pack,” however, by sporting a pair of leather shorts. Leather possesses a truly one-of-a-kind look that will help you stand out from the crowd. But this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the benefits of leather shorts. Another reason why you should invest in a pair of leather shorts is because they are durable. Being that leather is made from the hides of cows, it’s able to withstand some pretty extreme amounts of force and pressure. While cotton shorts may rip and tear easily, leather can hold up under pressure. So, what’s the best way to wear leather shorts? It really depends on your preferred style and the look you are trying to achieve. However, you can follow the tips outlined below to maximize the look of your leather shorts. Leather Shorts Fashion Tips Assuming your leather shorts are black or brown (which most are), pair them a light-colored top. Feel free to experiment...