Leather Jackets: Post Pictures of the Best You've Seen/Owned?

[eloquent]

I've had a tailor add a strap to a couple of jackets, but only suede ones. IMO it works a lot better with a soft leather or suede that's going to drape and hang from the strap when you're carrying it. Something like heavy calf is likely to stick out awkwardly because of the stiffness.

edit: I just clicked on the link, and I thought you were talking about attaching a carrying strap to the lining of the jacket (not sure whether this is still SOP for RO jackets, but the one I have has it). The double strap on the outside of the Acronym jacket would likely have a totally different effect.

Thank you for the response. I was actually thinking of it being on the inside, though the acronym one is also reversible, being able to be put both on the inside and the outside.

If possible, could I please get a reference as to where you got your tailor to attach the straps? I imagine the liniing material would not be able to handle much pressure on it.

 

[notwithit]

Thank you for the response. I was actually thinking of it being on the inside, though the acronym one is also reversible, being able to be put both on the inside and the outside.

If possible, could I please get a reference as to where you got your tailor to attach the straps? I imagine the liniing material would not be able to handle much pressure on it.

Hopefully this will make some kind of sense: it attaches at the armhole seam (in the back, obvs), halfway between the seam at the yoke (top of the shoulder) and the seam at the side (basically at the armpit). Here's a picture that may or may not help illustrate:

If you're feeling fancy, you could have the lining opened up and have the strap attached inside the seam, which might make it a little sturdier and allow for more reinforcement. Also, a heavier leather is going to put more strain on the strap and seams than a lightweight suede or lighter leather (obvs).

 

[NGOStudio]

Thank you for the response. I was actually thinking of it being on the inside, though the acronym one is also reversible, being able to be put both on the inside and the outside.

If possible, could I please get a reference as to where you got your tailor to attach the straps? I imagine the liniing material would not be able to handle much pressure on it.

Like @notwithit said, it's best to attach onto the skin. Because you may not want to ruin the original seamwork, sewing onto the side or around the armholes makes thing easier, and stronger. You still might need to rework the lining. I plan to experiment this but haven't got the right balance between comfort and functionality. The straps in older RO jackets, while they're comfortable, are easily broken in my experience. Maybe that's why I've never felt right wearing supple lambskin jackets.

 

[Joona]

The RMC Buco J-24 has quickly become one of my favorite leather jackets. Bought from RMC London store in June. The Shinki horsehide used in this model is not dyed through, so it's already showing some small fade marks. Can't wait it to mold into my body and start to look beat up.

Spoiler: backside + fit pic

 

[Synthese]

Very nice. Not too into the bottom half, but the jacket looks great.

 

[Joona]

Thanks @Synthese! Yeah, ignore the skinny jeans.. they are too tight for my liking too, in search for a well fitting black tapered jeans.

 

[NGOStudio]

Interesting but 18k, would you pay even half for this from Gucci

And other funky and classic leather stuffs at MMM

(just some random thought )

https://www.gq.com/story/gucci-leather-jacket-biker-eighteen-thousand-dollars

 

[marker2037]

My Top Gun jacket that I've had for at least 7 or 8 years now. It's the best leather jacket (non-motorcycle) I've ever owned and it's still in great condition.

 

[cl2291]

does anyone know if addict clothes center zip jacket is a tighter fit than a lewis leathers?

 

[kekekekai]

does anyone know if addict clothes center zip jacket is a tighter fit than a lewis leathers?

What i know is that Addict makes their jackets out of better quality leather than Lewis which are heavily coated. Plus Lewis is more expensive. The sizing are all on both websites, you should check it out.

 

[Stefan88]

What i know is that Addict makes their jackets out of better quality leather than Lewis which are heavily coated. Plus Lewis is more expensive. The sizing are all on both websites, you should check it out.

Addict clothes told me they use horse leather they source from tanneries on their specifications.

Not sure how that all works, but I sure like the feel of the leathers they use.

 

[dji0]

Personal favourite leather jackets in no particular order.

CCP High Neck in CORS-PTC horse leather:


BBS J2 in horse leather:


Rick Owens FW14 Stooges in heavy calf:

 

[sinnedk]

@dji0 nice tastes. I am not have the last one in my closet

@AlexTravolta i think you were looking for purseforum

 

[thekunk07]

this is the most depressing thread on SF.

 

[NGOStudio]

Who will buy this
https://m.ebay.com/itm/BRIONI-JACKE...%3A1847939315f0a9cc04f3e79afffbbedb%7Ciid%3A3