The Ultimate Guide to Styling Fall’s Best Leather Jacket Trends

If you’re in the process of building your fall capsule wardrobe, we’re sad to say that it will remain incomplete until you invest in a great leather jacket. The traditional silhouettes we often see can veer more edgy than everyday. Still, there are hundreds of ways to wear this timeless staple, no matter your personal aesthetic. While some styles are trending this fall—think chocolate brown suede and funnel-neck jackets—there are a myriad of ways to wear a leather jacket that won’t make you feel like you’re cosplaying as a T-bird from Grease.

Whether your style leans more ballerina flat than motorcycle boot or you already have a leather jacket that’s gathering dust in your closet, there are so many ways to wear this outer layer. Here, find eight new ways to style your go-to leather jacket this fall and winter, from statement-making Matrix-esque trenches to everyday options you can wear on a first date.

Suede is the undeniable hero this fall, whether you opt to don it in jacket form or as a pair of suede boots. Or...what about all of the above? You can pair all your suede accessories together to create a cozy fall outfit that always looks intentional. Try finding different hues to avoid looking too matchy-matchy.

A simple way to make a major impact with minimal effort is to swap your everyday trench coat for a leather version. Because your top layer is such a statement, pair it with everyday jeans or comfortable pull-on pants to keep your base minimal. Conversely, find a mini skirt you love and blast Cake’s “Short Skirt/Long Jacket” on repeat.

An oversized biker jacket paired with moto boots is a two-step hack to instant cool. You can keep the rest of your outfit simple with your go-to T-shirt, or find a worn-in plaid shirt to tie across your waist, channeling the ’90s grunge era. Optional: Ride a motorcycle to seal the deal.

If you’re still thinking about Loewe’s controversial bubble bomber jacket, today you can find less polarizing options that still make an impact. Sure, you can never go wrong with a pair of jeans, but a bubble skirt creates an exaggerated hourglass silhouette that can’t be ignored.

Funnel-neck jackets are this fall’s trending layer, and one of our favorite ways to wear them is to lean into the sporty aesthetic. Paired with baggy jeans and statement accessories, this is a tried-and-true formula to look undone yet effortlessly chic.

Move over, Canadian Tuxedo. A head-to-toe leather ensemble is an easy way to make a statement with only two pieces. For a suited-up vibe, pair like-colored leathers. Of course, there’s also something exciting about switching up your outfit with different tones or textures of the same material.

High-waisted jeans are one of fall’s trending denim styles, and nothing pairs better than a cropped leather jacket. Not only is it an incredibly flattering shape, but you’ll be able to rewear the jacket with date-night dresses too.

Leather can immediately conjure dark and moody vibes, but if that’s not your go-to style, there are plenty of ways to inject some light into the trend. You can drench your outfit in a jacket and pants from the same color family, but keep the accessories minimal to not overdo it.