Sweater weather may be creeping up on us, but let’s not forget that this time of year also brings about one of our other favorite pieces of clothing: the leather jacket. Since autumnal temperatures can vary, especially from day and night, layering is key — and that’s where this versatile topper comes into play.
From shearling-collared numbers to oversized trench styles, there’s so much more to leather jackets than the signature motorcycle style. The only problem? The best leather jackets can cost as much as your monthly rent because of the high-quality fabric. That’s why, regardless of your budget, we’ve rounded up the best minimalistic, totally out-there, and everything-in-between options to get you in the fall mood. Eye-catching colors, fringe detailing, and quirky motifs? You name it. The best leather jacket is only a click away.
Consider this your reminder of how pragmatic and versatile leather jackets really are, and why you should have one (or 10) in your closet at all times.
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Under $150
BLANKNYC Fresh Start Moto Jacket, $, available at Shopbop
Quince 100% Leather Motorcycle Jacket, $, available at Quince
Barney’s Originals Clara Real Leather Jacket, $, available at ASOS
$150-$300
Mauritius Leather | Free People Christy Moto Jacket, $, available at Free People
Bernardo Leather Moto Jacket, $, available at Nordstrom
Zara Leather Jacket, $, available at Zara
$300-$500
Maje Bexol Fringe Sleeve Leather Jacket, $, available at Bloomingdale’s
Karen Millen Leather Signature Moto Jacket, $, available at KAREN MILLEN
Mango Shearling-Lined Leather Jacket, $, available at Mango
$500-$750
J.Crew Collection Cropped Lady Jacket In Leather, $, available at J.Crew
Madewell Washed Leather Motorcycle Jacket, $, available at Madewell
AllSaints Ryder Leather Jacket, $, available at AllSaints
$750+
Acne Studios Leather-Trimmed Shearling Jacket, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Nanushka Cropped Zip-Up Jacket, $, available at Farfetch
Stella McCartney Cream Fringed Vegetarian Leather Jacket, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Bershka Faux Leather Biker Jacket, $, available at Bershka
Blank NYC Vegan Leather Moto Jacket, $, available at BlankNYC
Zara Contrasting Biker Jacket, $, available at ZaraPhoto Courtesy of Zara.
ASOS CURVE Curve Ultimate Leather-Look Biker Jacket, $, available at ASOSPhoto Courtesy of ASOS.
Mango Pockets leather jacket, $, available at MangoPhoto Courtesy of Mango.
Avec Les Filles Faux Shearling Biker Jacket, $, available at Nordstrom
Genuine People Leather Moto Jacket, $, available at Genuine PeoplePhoto Courtesy of Genuine People.
Topshop Leather Biker Jacket, $, available at TopshopPhoto Courtesy of Topshop.
& Other Stories Patent Leather Biker Jacket, $, available at & Other StoriesPhoto Courtesy of & Other Stories.
The Five The Neo Jacket, $, available at The FivePhoto Courtesy of The Five Shop.
Pixie Market Vegan Leather Trench Coat, $, available at Pixie MarketPhoto Courtesy of Pixie Market.
AllSaints Balfern Leather Biker Jacket, $, available at RevolvePhoto Courtesy of Revolve.
Nanushka Hide Puffer Jacket, $, available at ShopbopPhoto Courtesy of Shopbop.
Ganni Angela Leather Biker Jacket, $, available at Farfetch
Understated Leather Western Leather Jacket, $, available at Free People
Joie Fayana Mixed Media Faux-Fur Collar Moto Jacket, $, available at Saks Fifth AvenuePhoto Courtesy of Saks Fifth Avenue.
Rejina Pyo Olivia Faux Leather Jacket, $, available at Need SupplyPhoto Courtesy of Need Supply.
Wilfred Free Joan Shearling Jacket, $, available at AritziaPhoto Courtesy of Aritzia.
The Arrivals Moya Mini, $, available at The ArrivalsPhoto Courtesy of The Arrivals.
Vince Leather Cross Front Jacket, $, available at AmazonPhoto Courtesy of Amazon.
Forget pocket zips, we’re saying yes to zip-up collars.
Linea Pelle Triple Zip Crop Leather Jacket, $525 $369, available at Linea Pelle.
Whistles Claudia Pocket Leather Bomber, $, available at Whistles
T by Alexander Wang Bomber Jacket, $, available at Bernard Boutique
Band of Outsiders Leather Bomber Jacket, $, available at Les Nouvelles
Muubaa Paso Monochrome Marble Bonded Leather Biker Jacket, $, available at Muubaa
Unique Striped Leather Jacket, $, available at Topshop
Zara Reversible Leather Jacket, $229, available at Zara.
VEDA Dali Classic Jacket, $, available at VEDA
Pixie Market Leather Cargo Belted Jacket, $165, available at Pixie Market.
Mackage Florica-S5 Cobalt Spring Leather Moto Jacket, $, available at Mackage
Mackage Yoana Jacket, $890, available at Mackage.
Eloquii Studio Applique Faux Leather Moto Jacket, $159.90, available at Eloquii.
Pink’s the word when this biker babe’s in town.
Maje Leather Jacket, $, available at Bloomingdale’s
BB Dakota Newell Washed Leather Jacket, $350, $210, available at Shopbop.
A minimalist’s dream jacket.
IRO Wamiel Leather Jacket, $, available at Iro
Oak + Fort Jacket F18, $198, available at Oak + Fort.
Topshop Cropped Leather Jacket, $360, available at Topshop.
Elizabeth and James Coryln Jacket, $, available at Shopbop
Just Female Cam Leather Jacket, $347, available at Need Supply Co.
Topshop Ultimate Biker Jacket, $400, available at Topshop.
Ganni Lloyd Biker Jacket, $615.79, available at Ganni.
JN by JN LLOVET Lips All Over Leather Jacket, $840, $588, available at Shopbop.
Crafted with journalist Anne-France Dautheville in mind, get the matching pants to feel just as badass as she is.
Chloe Paneled Leather Jacket, $3,250, $1,300, available at Net-A-Porter.
Sandy Liang Rivington Jacket, $2,648, $1,584, available at Shopbop.
Mira Mikati Pick Me Hand Painted Leather Jacket, $2,160, $1,295.48, available at Nordstrom.
MISBHV Berlin Oversize Leather Bomber Jacket, $853.47, available at MISBHV.
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