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The minute we felt that slight breeze in the evening, coupled with an earlier sunset, we knew it — summer is officially over and our yearly signal to dust off our old leather jackets has arrived. A fall staple, the leather jacket is pretty much the perfect transitional piece to take you from season to season, and there are many reasons why.
Reason number one: You can pair it with a shirt for those warmer days in early autumn or layer it with a sweater once winter hits. Reason number two: This closet staple exudes confidence and style; it’s just effortlessly cool, always. Reason number three: It’ll last you a lifetime — wear and tear are never an issue when paired against the sturdiness of a leather jacket.
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So if you’re in the market for a new one, we’ve gone ahead and put together a list of some of the best mens leather jackets. And don’t worry, we did our research by pulling some inspiration from some of the best-dressed individuals on TikTok.
From the classic bomber to a cozy trench coat, these styles are guaranteed to keep you looking great and ensure you stay warm through the three seasons you’ll likely be needing them. Check out some of our (and TikTok’s) personal favorite leather jackets for men.
According to menswear experts on TikTok, if you’re looking to escape that bad boy, heavily dressed-up look, go for something with minimal hardware. This clean-lined, super simple faux leather jacket from System is oversized yet snug, allowing for a stunning ‘70s silhouette that let’s you breathe and not feel too tight at the same time.
Although this style of jacket was originally designed for pilots, this top-of-the-line, genuine leather can resonate with anyone’s personal taste. I’d say it could also truly complement any wardrobe. While a classic brown or black provides a rugged look, a green like this is modern, stylish, and very fashionable.
If you’re really looking to take your fashion to the next level, may we suggest a leather trench? This style of coat can be styled in so many different ways, but we love the way this creator made it a bit of a sportier look with this baseball cap. Bonus points for keeping you warm with all that extra length!
In case you weren’t aware, cropped tops are having their moment — and the leather jacket is no exception. This fit just screams confident. We love how this creator styled his with a pair of pleated dress pants and leather boots, it’s giving eloquent minimalist. May we suggest this one from All Saints? It’s similar but with a little bit of color.
And obviously we can’t not recommend the coolest of all leather jackets, the quintessential Biker Jacket. This pick from Zara comes highly recommended from TikTok, a symbol of timelessness that endures and outlasts any trends. We love the detailing on this piece, from the cuffs to the pockets, the craftsmanship is impeccable.
