13 Most Fashion-Forward Leather Outfits To Have In Your Wardrobe
For those special occasions when you need to dress luxe
When you have to dress up for a night event, nothing beats the luxe look and feel given off by a plush leather outfit. Here are 13 of the most fashion-forward pieces worth investing in for your wardrobe.
Zeynep Arcay uses only the softest, most pliable hides to create her softly tailored silhouettes, like this midi dress, which can also double as a coat.
Belted leather midi dress, US$2,950, Zeynep Arcay
Available on: Net-a-Porter
Made in Italy from supple black leather, this top has a wrap silhouette with sculptural, sharply capped sleeves.
Paneled leather wrap top, US$1,430, Rick Owens
Available on: Net-a-Porter
This mini dress is made from 'Decadent Chocolate' leather that brings out the supple quality of the hide. The wrap silhouette will work particularly well layered over a long-sleeved turtleneck.
Leather wrap mini dress, US$925, GANNI
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Nanushka's 'Roberta' dress is made from a vegan version that feels really soft and luxurious. This mini style has western-inspired seams and a coordinating belt to cinch your waist.
Roberta belted vegan leather mini dress, US$515, Nanushka
Available on: Net-a-Porter
Made from leather with a ruched bodice and a single sleeve that could have been taken from a biker jacket, this deconstructed style is a showstopping look.
Lana one-sleeve ruched leather mini dress, US$1,495, RtA
Available on: Net-a-Porter
Cut from faux patent-leather, this coat is patterned with a brilliant tonal-yellow and black snake-effect and fastens with glossy buttons.
Sasha snake-effect faux patent-leather trench coat, US$530, Stand Studio
Available on: Net-a-Porter
This leather top is easy to wear but innovative, with a draped neckline and button fastenings along the shoulders and sides.
Oversized button-detailed draped leather top, US$1,490, Proenza Schouler
Available on: Net-a-Porter
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Inspired by workwear overalls, this leather jumpsuit is been made in Italy and has a relaxed fit and utilitarian hardware. Wear yours unzipped to reveal a bright tee underneath.
Leather jumpsuit, US$1,890, McQ Alexander McQueen
Available on: Net-a-Porter
Cut from smooth black leather, this top has buckled straps that wrap about the waist before fastening at the racer-back. Layer yours over a crisp white shirt, or wear it solo with some discreet gel petals.
Leather wrap bra top, US$3,420, Alaïa
Available on: Net-a-Porter
This sleek, understated top is made from panels of supple leather in a flattering peplum shape. It has a square neckline and thin shoulder straps that crisscross and tie at the open back.
Open-back paneled leather top, US$700, Proenza Schouler White Label
Available on: Net-a-Porter
Cut for a slightly loose fit, this dress is made from soft lambskin with a double-breasted wrap front and plunging V-neckline. Layer a turtleneck underneath and cinch your waist with the belt.
Awel belted leather wrap midi dress, US$2,130, Petar Petrov
Available on: Net-a-Porter
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A cool, modern twist on the classic biker jacket, this leather cape is made in Italy from supple, buttery leather and has just enough weight to fall into folds.
Asymmetric leather cape, US$4,890, Saint Laurent
Available on: Net-a-Porter
The rigid bustier silhouette and peplum mini skirt are quintessential statements from the fashion house, and ensure a sculpted fit that will hold you in place all night.
Two-tone ruffled leather and silk mini dress, US$5,190, Alexander McQueen
Available on: Net-a-Porter