how to wear leather over 40

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Leather has been strong for at least a couple of years now. Well, it’s still going strong this year. However, leather can be tricky. If done well, it can be sophisticated with urban appeal. Women in their 40′s and over are always asking us how they can work the trends into their style. They want to look current without looking like the trend train mowed them down. First of all, take it piece by piece. Since leather is big, we’re going to show you how to incorporate it into your wardrobe in a mature way.


40+

leather over 40

A leather motorcycle jacket is edgy, fresh, and fun. For the over 40 girls, pair it with structured pieces. Throwing a motorcycle jacket over this ABS dress gives the look a downtown vibe – funky. It’s not trashy at all, because the he pieces play off each other. The beautifully tailored dress with the hard edge of the jacket. The suede boots add softness, and the pony bag brings another bit of texture. It’s perfectly balanced!

Items in this observation:

  • Plastic Island Motorcycle Jacket
  • ABS Architectural Dress
  • Ash Olivia Boots
  • Yves Saint Laurent Muse Ponyskin Bag

  • 50+

    leather 50

    For most women in their 50′s, leather should have structure. Worn over a skirt makes you look fashion forward, and feminine. It’s not quite as edgy as a motorcycle jacket, but it’s certainly on trend. You’re the cool mom who manages the trends with sophistication. It’s the type of jacket you can wear over nice denim, or slacks.

    Items in this observation:

  • Aminaka Wilmont Leather suit jacket
  • Bottega Veneta High Waisted Skirt
  • Lockheart ‘Knot Tonight’ Studded Tote
  • Via Spiga Danielle Pumps

  • 60+

    leather 60

    Of course you can! I mean if Barbra Walters can do it, you can! You don’t want your leather to be too overpowering. The Tory Burch leather jacket is a perfect example. It’s a fine leather, not too bulky. The ruffles soften the look. It looks elegant over tweed wide-leg pants and a cashmere sweater. You want the leather to look modern, not edgy or extreme. Forget grandma … you’ll be glamma!! Lovely!

    Items in this observation:

  • Tory Burch Leather Jacket
  • Marc by Marc Jacobs Wide Leg Pants
  • Miu Miu Belted Sweater
  • Tory Burch Reva Flat

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