8 Leather Jackets To Cozy Up To This Fall

Knock the autumn chill off with these hot picks.

The anticipation of fall is in the air, so why not channel that excitement into some strategic retail therapy? After all, it's never too early to curate your autumn wardrobe–which wouldn't be complete without the quintessential leather jacket. But here's the twist—not all leather jackets are equal. Just like your coffee preferences (black, no cream), there's an array of styles to choose from, from motorcycle jackets to oversized bombers.

To help you seamlessly transition your wardrobe from summer to fall, we've scoured the market to bring you the latest and greatest leather jackets for women. Ahead, find our recommendations from brands like Madewell, Banana Republic and Levis (just to name a few) and discover your go-to for fall. These versatile picks will not only keep you toasty on those slightly chilly days, but they'll also amp up your style without even trying.

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Madwell Distressed Leather Oversized Motorcycle Jacket

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Staud Varnishes Patent Vegan Leather Coat

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Mango Zipped Biker Jacket

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Steve Madden Tailored Faux Leather Trench Coat

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Banana Republic Essential Leather Jacket

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Free People Wild Rose Vegan Leather Bomber Jacket

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Levis Faux Leather Moto Jacket

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Banana Republic Amelia Leather Jacket

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I Bought A Leather Jacket From PLT But Was Gutted When It Arrived, It Looks Like A Cat's Bum

A FASHION fan has suffered the ultimate fashion fail after trying on a jacket that "looks like a cat's bum".

Jessica Bank, from Fife, was on the hunt for an outfit to wear for drinks with friends when she picked up the PrettyLittleThing item.

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Jessica Bank suffered an outfit failCredit: TikTok (@jessicabanktattoo)

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Jessica's couldn't get her hand through the sleeve of her new PLT jacketCredit: TikTok (@jessicabanktattoo)

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Jessica joked it looks like a cat's bumCredit: TikTok (@jessicabanktattoo)

The mum said: "I just wanted to show you my complete outfit fail for tomorrow.

"I'm going out for some casual drinks with my friends in Edinburgh.

"I bought the TikTok viral Mooslover bodysuit which I'm actually really genuinely happy with.

"It's so comfy, really great material. It is just the perfect bodysuit really.

So I got this little jacket from PrettyLittleThing to dress it up a little bit.

Tattoo artist Jessica described the £25 jacket as "so cute" before trying it on.

In a short TikTok video (@jessicabanktattoo), she then revealed this is where things all went wrong.

"What is this?", she asked while holding up her arm stuck in the cream jacket.

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"It literally looks like a cat's a**hole or a sock puppet."

The lining of the biker jacket had been stitched to the sleeve wrong, leaving no opening for Jessica's hand.

She added: "I literally cannot get my hand through this jacket no matter how hard I try. So yeah, it is in there.

"Now I don't have an outfit for tomorrow apart from the jumpsuit. I don't know what to do, I'm gutted. Proper gutted. It would have been really cute.

"I laugh cried a lot  I wouldn't be so bothered if I didn't need it for tomorrow  but it's pretty funny.

"I love PrettyLittleThing, but you guys really need to sort this out."

Jessica's outfit fail clip has racked up more than 10,000 views already, with social media users left in stitches.

One said: "Omg Jess, I'm howling! It's giving me Scary Movie- TAKE MY STRONG HAND vibes."

A second wrote: "It's always the one sleeve that decides, nah don't think so. It's a nice jacket though."

Meanwhile, a third wrote: "Sorry shouldn't laugh but the cats a**hole."

Sustainable Fashion At Its Best: Highlights From Oslo Runway 2023

Royal Norwegian Ballet dancers model designs by Edda Gimnes

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Going from strength to strength, Oslo Runway, now in its ninth year, is a reflection of the ever increasing international interest in all things Scandinavian, particularly style and design. Copenhagen Fashion Week might still be better known but Oslo's annual fashion showcase continues to impress with innovative Norwegian designers who have a strong sustainable ethos. And this year, Oslo Runway has introduced the CPHFW's sustainability requirements, where all brands and designers participating must report on their sustainable approach, as well as signing an ethical charter for the fashion industry, an agreement considering diversity and inclusion for models and staff.

Blue jacket made of reindeer leather by at F5 concept store

Oslo Runway

With more than 30 established Norwegian brands and new designers on the schedule this week, Oslo Runway kicked off with a lively new talents runway show, followed by a series of shows, popups and presentations in unique locations throughout the city. For anyone visiting Oslo in August, Oslo Runway has some public events too. At Steen & Strøm, the world's oldest department store (established in 1797) is a shopping event presenting Norway's sustainable jewellery brands and a design/craft pop-up, a collaboration between knitwear brand 2 Much Pressure and design studio Sandland. Fashion meets music at the brilliant new Munch Museum on the waterfront, creating a fun audiovisual experience with DJs and fashion designers. While you're at the museum, see the best views of the city from the 13th floor outdoor roof terrace bar.

For visitors to Oslo, a tax refund, along with the current favorable exchange rate, makes shopping very appealing. For customers outside of Norway, all brands showing in Oslo Runway have international distribution in shops or online. Of a strong lineup, here are some designers that really stood out in this month's showcase.

Edda Gimnes

Art meets fashion in Edda Gimnes's spectacular, one of a kind haute couture pieces, presented in a stunning show by Norwegian Royal Ballet dancers. Since graduating from London School of Fashion, her bold statement pieces have been worn by Lady Gaga, Gigi Hadid and Cardi B. Selected by The New York Times as one of 10 "Fresh-Out-of-Fashion-School Designers to Watch", Edda Gimnes already has pieces in Norway's art museum and the Met in New York. Her detailed, often intricate illustrations are enlarged, printed onto canvases and turned into functioning garments or accessories.

O.A.D.

O.A.D. Studio near Alesund, Norway

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Among the Norwegian brands with temporary showrooms or popups during Oslo Runway, brand new O.A.D. Was a real standout. Launched only last fall, this new knitwear brand, headed by Maria Lilly Flakk, is already selling out of its highly covetable designs. Made from Norwegian wool, mohair, cashmere and silk, the collection is based on classic designs from Norway's heritage merino wool brand Devold, reimagined for a contemporary consumer. A chunky cream cardigan can be worn as a chic jacket with jeans or a dress. Heavy weight roll neck blue and white or rusty orange jumpers are ideal for cooler weather, while lightweight sweaters are great for summer evenings and simple, square scarves make the ideal finishing touch to an outfit.

Atelier Hinode

Atelier Hinode at Oslo Runway, 2023

IGW studios

A runway show at a historic banquet hall was a fitting venue for the first collection of Atelier Hinode. Solely constructed out of luxury surplus materials, the brand is helping to reduce the industry waste and saving meters from ending up in land fills. The designs are carefully constructed to feature multiple ways of wearing, ensuring the long life of each garment. The "Mini Skirt Top", "Maxi Skirt Dress" and "Reversible Shirt" are each in a classic color palette that will stand the test of time,

Pearl Octopuss.Y

Back stage at Pearl Octopuss.Y, Oslo Runway 2023

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Models wearing striking new handmade jewelery from Pearl Octopuss.Y were accompanied by an energetic violinist, in a hip Oslo apartment. Genderless, extravagant pieces in recycled gold, silver and pearls were worn in multiple ways: bracelets and broaches double as necklaces. Launched in 2018, the Oslo based jewelery brand was established and crafted by Cathrine Boerter. Who continues to create eccentric, bold pieces that are a sheer delight.

One and Other

The gardens of the former Acne showroom, a gorgeous historic townhouse, were the setting of the runway show for One and Other . Since 2017, Lene Henriksen's creative reinventions of wardrobe classics have included pieces strongly influenced by the Scandinavian climate. Signature pieces include the cable knit sweater and oversized wool coat, in a monochrome color palette. Ms Henriksen says "To us, the perfect garment equals high quality paired with a minimized footprint. We are constantly improving our way of working and using sustainably sourced and certified products have been a fundamental part of both our design process and production, since the beginning."

Ilag

Ilag, Oslo Runway 2023

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Ilag, Norwegian for "togetherness," was established in 2020 by Renate Nipe. A modern cut and an effortless sense of cool characterise the brand. The pieces have a relaxed fit and a Scandinavian simplicity and each collection is made from natural materials, surplus materials and certified recycled materials. Ilag is committed to using long lifecycle materials, to ensure pieces last longer.

Julie Josephine

Julie Josephine, Oslo, Norway

Julie Josephine

Julie Josephine was determined to create "the perfect white tee." A perfect white blouse followed and judging from the brand's legions of fans, she has succeeded in creating staples without rival. Like other Norwegian brands, simplicity, functionality, and longevity are essential. The perfect staples can be purchased at her shops throughout Scandinavia or online.

ESP

ESP

Joanne Shurvell

In 2015, designer Elisabeth Stray Pedersen took over a 60 year old outerwear factory in Oslo. The ESP brand was born. Ever since, the brand has continued to evolve the factory's signature style: iconic blanketcoats in pure Norwegian wool. ESP wool coats and separates were shown during Oslo Runway at a rooftop urban farm. The locally produced knitwear and outerwear is made from lambswool from the crossbreed sheep that have been walking freely in the highlands around Gol in Norway.

Envelope 1976

Envelope 1976 showed in a carpark for Oslo Runway 2023

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Envelope 1976's edgy, seasonless designs were beautifully shown off against the stark white concrete walls and floors of a vast carpark. Founders, Celine Aagaard and Pia Nordskaug's design ethos is timeless yet fashionable, with a careful choice of materials, design and color palette – all eco-conscious and natural.

Margaret Abeshu

Oslo Runway

Oslo Runway

Margaret Abeshu's up-and-coming brand showed as part of the new, ambitious support program Oslo Runway NEXT. The young designer who won the DS Fashion Talent Awards last year, showed edgy designs inspired by Drexciya, a deep-sea civilisation that memorialises over one million Africans who died in the Atlantic during the slave trade.

AWAN

Awan presentation at Hotel Revier, Oslo Runway 2023

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AWAN continues to create silky soft, breathable garments made from biodegradable Tencel TM made in Portugal and designed in Norway. Waste is minimal as the brand produces everything in small batches on demand and only creates a handful of bestsellers in advance. Collections are seasonless and made for longevity.

The next edition of Oslo Runway will be in August 2024.

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