The first bomber-style leather jackets that appeared were made with traditional brown leather. Since then, companies have begun using a variety of other colors in their leather jackets. You can now find leather jackets available in red, yellow, blue, green and pretty much any other color. Of all the different colors, however, brown and black remain the two most popular choices. Regardless of your personal style, you can’t go wrong with a brown or black leather jacket — assuming you follow some basic precautions when getting dressed. For black leather jackets, consider the following fashion tips to enhance your appearance.
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Avoid Black Pants
It’s best to avoid wearing black pants with a black leather jacket. If both, your pants and jacket are black, it will create the appearance of a one-piece jumpsuit, which is typically unattractive. Another thing to be considered is the use of black leather pants with a black leather jacket, while is in very high fashion these days you need to be careful with your accessories and your shoes. Rather than wearing black pants, consider indigo blue. A pair of indigo denim jeans will compliment the appearance of your black leather jacket. Alternatively, you can wear white pants, as white contrasts with black to create an eye-popping, attractive combination.
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Wear a Light-Colored Shirt Underneath
Following this same principle, it’s a good idea to wear a light-colored shirt or top underneath your black leather jacket. This is especially important if you intend to the leave of your jacket open while wearing it. With the zipper undone or the buttons unfastened on your jacket, your shirt will remain visible. And if it’s not the right color, it could hurt your appearance. Wearing a white or other light-colored shirts will help you create a cohesive appearance in which all garments of your outfit flow together.
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Choose a High-Quality Leather Jacket
For the best possible look and the highest level of comfort, choose a black jacket that’s made of genuine, high-quality leather. As you may know, some jackets are made of faux leather. Although they look like real leather jackets, they are actually made of traditional textile materials that are covered with plastic. The end result is an inferior jacket that doesn’t offer the same pristine appearance and classic style as genuine leather. Because of this, it’s recommended that you invest in a high-quality black leather jacket that will look really good and it will keep you company for a long time.
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Accessories With Black
Choose black accessories to wear with your black leather jacket. A pair of stylish black sunglasses, for example, is a beneficial addition to your outfit. Because of their small size, the sunglasses won’t create an overwhelming appearance of black. Rather, it adds just enough black to create a matching outfit. A pair of sunglasses is just one accessory from which to choose, however. Other black accessories to consider wearing with your jacket include a handbag, bracelet, scarf and necklace. Try experimenting with multiple, different accessories to see what works best for your outfit. With a little trial and error, you’ll find the perfect accessories to compliment your black leather jacket. Keep in mind that gold accessories are also a good combination for leather jackets, you will look sophisticated and it will give another dimension to your outfit.
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Don’t Overlook Patterns
There’s no rule stating that you can’t wear patterned designs with a solid-black leather jacket. On the contrary, patterns a great way to liven up your outfit by adding more flair to it. The key thing to remember is that you need to choose the right type of pattern. Plaid is usually a safe and effective choice to wear with a black leather jacket. It’s clean, simple and doesn’t clash with black leather. Certain floral patterns can also be worn with a black leather jacket. When choosing a pattern, consider its colors and whether they flow cohesively with black. If a pattern consists largely of brown and other neutral colors, you should probably choose a different pattern. This is because brown and black clash, and wearing them together in the same outfit will create an unflattering appearance.
Please let us know in the comments if you try any of the tips above.. or maybe do you have your own tips?? let everyone know how much of a fashionista you are.