There’s no denying the fact that leather is one of the most versatile materials on the planet. It’s been for centuries to create shirts, jackets, pants, accessories and other items. Even with all of the recent advancements in modern technology and textile, leather remains the preferred choice among apparel manufacturers.
Leather Suits
Every man should own a suit, regardless of his age or occupation. When choosing a suit, however, you shouldn’t limit yourself to traditional fabrics like cotton, wool and linen. Granted, these are the most popular fabrics used in the construction of men’s suits, but there are others from which to choose, including leather.
Tips on how to sport a leather suit:
- When wearing a leather suit, make sure it’s made of 100% genuine leather, not fake/faux leather. Only genuine leather possess all of the attractive qualities of leather that make it such as popular material.
- Consider the number of buttons the leather suit has. Much like traditional suits, leather suits are available in a wide range of styles, some of which have a single button, while others have two or three buttons.
- Consider the placement of the buttons. In addition to the quantity, you should also consider where the buttons are located on the leather suit.
Pineapple Leather
What in the world is pineapple leather? It’s exactly what it sounds like: leather made from pineapples instead of animal hide. Spanish leather worker Carmen Hijosa pioneered the use of pineapple leather after working in the Philippines. Hijosa reportedly wanted a new alternative to traditional animal hide, so he embarked on a journey to find a viable material that mimics all of the same positive characteristics of the real thing.
Hooded Leather Jackets
Last but not least, hooded
leather jackets are trending in the world of fashion. Hooded
leather jackets for men feature all of the same benefits and characteristics of traditional leather jackets, but with one major difference: they feature a hood on top. This hood, often make of a different fabric or material, is invaluable for people who live in cold climates. Just pull the hood over your head and you’ll have instant protection from cold weather.
These are just a few innovative leather fashion trends to watch. The world of fashion evolves each year, with some styles going away while new styles entering mainstream popularity. While the styles mentioned above are currently trending.