Ever find yourself in dire need of a little leather inspiration? The tumblr for “Designer Leather” is just a click away, and get ready to scroll through endless sartorial elegance.
From exquisitely tailored gowns to barely there leather bralettes, this is a one-stop shop for the crème de la crème of visual inspiration for almost anyone.
Model Angelica Boss proves she’s on top and ready to roll with a head-to-toe leather outfit for Marie Claire UK. With loose locks and a wrap around scarf, standout pieces include a pair of lace up leather pants from Joseph and studded leather gloves from Hermes.
Model Ivana Stompfova for Elle Turkey slays in an all black leather look, complete with a motorcycle jacket layered over a sweet lace bralette. Stompfova contrasts a fitted leather chest harness with a high-waisted, flared mini skirt to keep things flirty. It-girl Cara Delevingne rocks a puffy motorcycle jacket for Burberry Brit, solidifying her seal of street style approval on this leather trend.
It can be easy to lose your shape with oversized tops, so find a balance with a belt at the waist. Hana Soukupova by Robbie Fimmano wears it best, rocking a long line leather jacket with thigh high boots from DSquared2. Choosing pieces with subtle detailing, like braiding on a harness or wavy embroidery on a skirt, creates intrigue.
Other simple ways to add definition include a waist-cinching belt, like Mina Cvetkovic in a fitted leather dress from Moschino. So springy: opt for a leather pencil skirt with a simple row of buttons down the center. Slip into an enviable criss-cross halter top for a look that’s on point for warm temps.
Photographer Nathaniel Goldberg captured fresh-faced Julian Schurig for Vogue China in an all over red leather look. Featuring a top with unique detailing, including strips of perforated textures, and a pair of knock-out thigh high boots, these scorching outfits are definitely only for the brave. Get inspired by throwing on a crisp burnt orange blazer or add a pop of color with a red bralette for this season.
Add some shimmer and shine with gold or silver metallics. Agnes Nabuurs for Glamour France rocks a chic Blumarine leather trenchcoat in chrome. Maje leather pants, with ribbed quilting at the knee, look tough and on trend, and cut-out leather gloves complete this rebellious look. All over leather pants can be tricky for hot weather, so expand your options with leather paneling and zippers at the ankle.
Break the all the rules and sport a pair of leather shorts in the summer! Tuck in a button up blouse and add a belted fedora for a cool, retro-inspired look. Check out the tumblr for “Designer Leather” for a myriad of leather inspiration, ready to re-blog and perfect for your next Pinterest binge.
The suggestion of a leather pencil skirt with buttons down the front felt surprisingly wearable compared to the more dramatic runway looks mentioned earlier.
The mention of Angelica Boss in Joseph lace-up leather pants and Hermes gloves really sold me on mixing structured pieces with accessories that add texture without overwhelming the outfit.
Cara Delevingne’s oversized Burberry Brit jacket tip was useful, especially the reminder to balance it with a belt so you don’t lose your shape completely.
I liked the contrast you pointed out with Ivana Stompfova pairing a motorcycle jacket over a lace bralette, it keeps leather from feeling too heavy while still looking edgy and styled.
Ending with leather shorts and a belted fedora was fun, it shifts the vibe from high-fashion editorial to something more retro and actually adaptable for everyday wear.
Julian Schurig’s all-red leather outfit sounds bold, but the perforated textures you described make it feel more dimensional rather than just a flat block of color.
Good point about leather pants being tricky in heat, the idea of paneling and ankle zippers seems like a practical compromise without sacrificing the look.
I appreciated the subtle detailing advice, like braided harnesses or wavy embroidery, since leather can feel flat without those small design elements breaking things up.
Hana Soukupova’s long leather coat with DSquared2 thigh-high boots sounds like a masterclass in proportion, especially for anyone trying to elongate their silhouette.
The chrome Blumarine trench on Agnes Nabuurs stood out to me, especially paired with metallics as you suggested, it’s a cool way to push leather beyond basics.