The return of stylish leather

IN THE 80s, leather clothes were in vogue, especially the leather jacket that everyone fought tooth and nail to own. Now it’s back, and this time, bigger and better.

Saturday, May 04, 2013

IN THE 80s, leather clothes were in vogue, especially the leather jacket that everyone fought tooth and nail to own. Now it’s back, and this time, bigger and better.Leather clothes have always been a favourite when it comes to celebrities because they come with a price. Thanks to new designers, leather clothes are now in plenty and readily available in stores everywhere.DressesLeather dresses add a dash of femininity, class and panache. Leather dresses especially halter necks, tube necklines, laced, sweetheart neckline and many more have been a rage among the fashion conscious girls like Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez. Wear them to the club or on a night-out and flaunt your sultry side.The shorter the dress, the better it looks with leather. A leather dress can also be worn on an official event if you wear it with a jacket. A tote bag and high heeled stilettos will complete the look.PantsI have a pair of leather pants and they are so cool. These were the rages in the 1990’s and now they are bigger, than the dresses. These days they come in skinny pants which fit and accentuate your figure. The leather pants have now been designed to look chic and stylish- these are also versatile pieces that can be worn in any weather. If you want to look good in leather pants, do not wear an oversize blouse with these pants. Fitting blouse or sweater tops make the leather pants look classic. Depending on your type of work, for an official look, pair it with a boyfriend jacket and peep toe shoes. A coloured tote bag and minimal jewelry is the way to go.Skirts Leather skirts look good when extended down to the knee or just above it. They can be bold but versatile. If worn well, leather can be used to create a variety of looks, from tough to feminine and sexy to professional. With this kind of skirt, try and wear a white blouse in a classic or ruffled style, a fitted T-shirt, a sweater or a soft-looking jacket. Do not pair it with a long blouse because it will look drab instead of fabulous. This skirt can also be found in high waist, which even expectant mothers keen on fashion like Kim Kardashian can wear.Sleek leather clothes have become a closet essential these days. Style-setting celebrities like Kim Kardshian, Diane Kruger, and Lauren Conrad have been spotted about town donning tough leather pants, dresses and skirts everywhere from the red carpet to a casual night out.

So whether you want to dress them down for a day with a chambray top and flats, or want to glam them up by mixing textures, get inspired and for once opt for leather pants.