9 best leather blazers for women to buy in 2022
A newer way to wear leather as a topper is as a leather blazer. Here are our picks for 2022.
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A good coat, jacket or blazer is like a perfect sauce on a cordon bleu meal – it brings everything together.
The beauty of a leather jacket in particular is its timelessness and versatility: it can add toughness, polish, sexiness or a unisex edge when the rest of the outfit leans ultra-floral or frilled.
The classic moto jacket – cropped, and often with a strong emphasis on hardware like studs and zips – is still in style but a newer way to wear leather as a topper is as a leather blazer.
The longline shape is flattering on everyone, and it has a bit more grown-up sophistication than the flirtier leather motorbike jacket
They look great with everything from tailored pants to satin slip dresses, dressed up with heels, or down with sneakers. And yes – it’s just as acceptable to choose a planet (and wallet) friendly vegan version, as it is to splurge on the real deal.
Here are our picks:
Trenery Leather Notch Collar Blazer, The Iconic, $799
It’s the sophistication, form-fitting cut and clean lines that make this gossamer-soft black leather piece from Trenery a true investment. It has wardrobe MVP written all over it: it’ll bring polish to jeans in the day, or add a little sexy edge to an evening dress.
Ksubi Vivian Leather Blazer, The Iconic, on ale $479.97 RRP $799.95
The Miami Vice/punk vibes of a white leather blazer can’t be overstated, and if leaning into its 80s attitude with short boots and a sneer is your thing, you go for it.
But this piece doesn’t have to be costume-y. If you keep your colourway completely monochromatic and add a modern edge with a crop or bikini top, you’ve brought the 80s right up to the now.
It is on sale as at March 2022 and stock levels are getting low, so if it’s the one for you jump in and check it out fast.
Walter Baker Kiki Leather Blazer, Anthropologie, $698
This NYC designer – a favourite of Rihanna, Blake Lively and Kim Kardashian – knows how to dress women so they feel polished (with a little punch) and this piece is a prime example. It treads the line between slouchy and tailored, slotting it firmly in the ‘perfect all-rounder’ camp.
ASOS Edition Leather blazer in camel, ASOS, on sale $273 RRP $390
If black leather feels a bit too motorcycle outlaw for your tastes, an easy way to soften the vibe is with a pale camel shade. It adds tonal polish to neutral ‘fits and unlike black, also works back easily with pastels like mint greens or pinks.
Feeling bold? Team it with co-ordinating leather pants and you’re stamping your day with a strong fashion statement.
This one is also selling fast.
World of Leather Women’s Lambskin Genuine Leather Blazer in Cognac, Amazon $191.85
The spectacular fit – look at that waist nip! – the soft 70s-style cognac colourway and the lambskin fabrication make this one of the classiest options on the market, and one will get a workout in your wardrobe year on year. And best of all? It’s under $200, a banging bargain for true leather. Even the buttons are doing their part to elevate: crafted from a tonal faux horn.
Alice in the Eve Elodie Leather Look Blazer, General Pants $99.95
A hundred bucks for a piece that looks like it should cost five times that price? That’s the sort of fashion maths we like.
This faux leather blazer has the flattering cut of its true-leather compatriots but its PU fabrication means it’s animal-friendly and less of a strain on your budget.
The beauty of this particular piece is that they designer has kept the sheen low, so no one will know that you’re not wearing the real deal (unless you want them to).
All Saints Ren Blazer, The Iconic $899
The charm of this black beauty is its gruff, slouchy sexiness – the aim is to look like you borrowed from your boyfriend’s wardrobe. Keep it edgy with a baby-doll dress and chunky boots, or swerve in the opposite direction with tailored pants and a bra top.
Deadwood + Net Sustain Brooke Leather Blazer, Net A Porter, $350
Who says ethical has to be dull? Swedish brand Deadwood upcycles its garments from leftovers from tanneries so you know your leather is doing good while it makes you look good. The oversized cut of this blazer gives it a louche cool and because it’s made from offcuts the price is on point.
Maje Single Breasted Leather Blazer, Farfetch $868
French cool-girl brand Maje can always be relied upon to get their cuts just right and walk that fine line between on-trend and timelessness. This is a real investment piece and it shows in the workmanship: discreet darting, elegant lining and top quality, supple leather. It’s a splurge for sure, but considering it will elevate anything in your wardrobe from work shirting to a jumpsuit, it’s worth the spend.
Looking for more autumn fashion buys? Check out our roundup of cool rain boots you’ll want to wear even on sunny days and the best white sneakers that go with everything.
Alexandra Carlton is a lifestyle writer who’s worked at some of Australia’s biggest fashion magazines including Marie Claire, Grazia and Madison.
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