STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: The Leather Jacket

Leather jackets are a versatile component to every closet. Ranging from summer to winter shades, these jackets are a chic addition to any outfit and are in style yearlong. Not only can these jackets be worn all year, they can be paired with a variety of looks. Whether you want to wear a leather jacket to class or out at night, different styles and cuts can modify your look for any occasion.

Trendy with her bold orange Hermès handbag, this Fashionista looks runway ready wearing her black leather jacket. A common misconception people have about leather is that it can overpower a look. This Fashionista is a perfect example that styling leather in an appropriate way to match your personal style and body adds a touch of sophistication rather that drowning out the rest of your look. From the slight boost of the hidden heel in her boots, to her skinny jeans, opting for a leather jacket makes going to class a fashionable experience.

The one downside with leather jackets is that they are often pricey, especially for the college budget of a Fashionista. Visit Forever 21 to find reasonable faux leather jacket if you are too anxious to scope out a sale at a high-end retail shop. If you are all about only having the real thing, consider buying a summer leather jacket now when they are typically on sale. Summer may be a farfetched thought as we are in the midst of the holiday season, but think about this as an incentive to work extra hard in school next semester and let your leather jacket be your reward.

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STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: Leather is Better

As we’re all crushing over the fall looks of the season to come, New York Fashion Week has come to a close. So many new trends for fall 2011, so little time! Leather jackets popped up on the runway at Tommy HilfigerAlexander Wang, and Charlotte Ronson shows to name a few.

Today's Fashionista took inspiration from these shows and is sporting a classic black leather jacket. Her jacket happens to be made by notable Tommy Hilifiger and is the essential transition item from winter to spring and then come fall.

Looking for a similar look? Leave it to retailers such as Shopbop to carry the best selection of leather goods. Or try tracking down a vintage leather jacket at a local thrift store. Whatever you do this season, make sure to Invest in leather; you won’t regret it!


 

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STYLE ADVICE OF THE WEEK: The Leather Jacket

If there is one item that every CollegeFashionista should have in their closets, especially for the fall, it is the iconic leather jacket. From its James Dean coolness to its motorcyclist edge, the leather jacket often lends itself to a rougher, tougher look. To keep this item more relaxed and feminine, however, the key is to simplify all the elements of your look.

Today's Fashionista does just this with her Ready-to-Wear, classic style. Her bomber leather jacket is a dark chocolate brown tone that is mostly unadorned except for a few buttons and zipper pockets. She wears a simple V-neck white T-shirt which contrasts nicely with the dark the dark fabric of the jacket. Rather than opting for the usual go-to skinny jeans, this Fashionista goes for the bootleg cut that flares from the knees out, keeping the look loose verses tight. The dark wash of the jeans balances with the dark tone of the jacket.

Visible in the close-up shot, we see this Fashionista's braided turquoise bead necklace that adds the perfect amount of color and quirk to her look. The jewel-toned turquoise plays well with the dark brown jacket, and the gold trimmings in the necklace play with the gold buttons and zippers of the jacket as well.

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