If one thing is clear from this year's spring and summer fashion trends, it's that you're going to need to know how to style a leather jacket — stat. Hailey Bieber’s wardrobe is always a good point of reference when it comes to spotting upcoming fashion trends — her carefully curated closet is like a crystal ball for future fashion cycles — and one item is coming through loud and clear: the leather jacket.
Yup, this spring season is going to bring renewed interest to tried-and-true jacket trends, which means you’ll be seeing even more people wearing the best leather jackets. That means more leather bomber jackets, racing styles, and classic moto cuts than usual. You’ll even see leather cross-pollinate with fashion’s current trench coat obsession, so all the girlies will soon be sporting double-breasted leather jackets that skim their ankles.
Thankfully for all of us, the leather jacket isn't a controversial, out-there style, like a bubble skirt or Tabi flat — these babies are notoriously easy to wear, even on your laziest days, and will stay in style for years to come. Ahead, find out how to style a leather jacket with everything from little black dresses and wide-leg jeans to micro shorts, gym ’fits, and more for spring/summer 2026.
Over a striped shirt
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You can’t go wrong with the classic leather biker jacket, but don’t you dare sleep on the leather blazer. This iteration is just as versatile — in fact, I’d dare say it’s more so. Wear it over a bra top for a night out, then with a tie and shirt or turtleneck the next morning. She really does it all.
With suede fringe
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Let this leather jacket look be a reminder that not all designs are created equal. Some are made from tanned suede and covered in Western-inspired fringe and, thus, reign supreme. When worn with a simple tank top and a pair of high-quality, dark-wash blue jeans, this leather jacket outfit idea will separate you from the droves of light blue wash styles that permeate the sunnier seasons.
With butter yellow
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Though the butter yellow trend is for all intents and purposes just another pastel, it actually is possible to make the food-inspired colour trend look edgy by — you guessed it! — popping on a black leather jacket and matching accessories. This same street-style trick goes for pretty much any other pastel you can think of. It’s the right contrast of soft and hard that makes the outfit idea so great.
Layered up
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True fashion girls only beyond this point, please. If you’re really trying to channel a runway type of vibe, do as the stylists do and double down on luxe leather. The most maximalist way to take on the trend is to wear a floor-grazing leather trench. Underneath, keep it simple — a pair of the best leggings, a white T-shirt, or whatever lighter layers you'd like to make this summer-ready.
Mix-and-match aesthetics
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Though some of the best leather jackets are tailor-made for punk style, they don’t necessarily have to be. You can adapt yours to fit a more eclectic vibe by mixing in other aesthetics. A Scandi-inspired poplin maxi dress or tulle floral maxi skirt will give the wardrobe essential a more laid-back feel, for example.
Leather and lace
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Lace is trending all summer long — just layer your leather motorcycle jacket over your favourite dress or blouse to add a much-needed dose of edge and warmth. Finish with a pair of knee-high boots to balance it all out.
'70s Chloé-inspired
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With the return of boho-chic came the return of brown leather jackets. Purists can style them the way the good Lord and Chloé intended — with wide-leg jeans — to channel the flower-child aesthetic that the brand has helped make so trendy again. We love this floaty lace blouse that channels Stevie Nicks.
With leather pants
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An outfit has never been made worse by adding more faux leather. So if you’re struggling for new ways to style your leather coat, throw on a pair of matching Bermuda shorts. From there, you can get creative with your top and accessories — bright colours and fun textures will break up the monolithic fabrication.
Over a white dress
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What signals summer more than a bright white cotton dress? Add an element of edge by throwing on a leather jacket and some loafers or ankle boots. Layering is perfect those autumnal days when it’s freezing in the morning and hot in the afternoon. It’s the perfect casual look, really.
Play with volume
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The leather bomber jacket has been trending for several years now, ever since Loewe sent an absurdly voluminous style down the runway. What we’ve learned during that time is that these babies pair well with other absurdly sized items. A teeny-tiny skirt and slouchy boots, for example, do wonders to balance out an oversized leather jacket.
As a dress
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If you’re one of the lucky ones who owns a leather trench (I’m jealous), it’s your duty to style it to its fullest capabilities. That means throwing on a belt and treating it like a dress so it can truly shine. In warmer weather, you might want to make your leather coat a mini one, teamed with bare legs and loafers underneath — a fashion combo that never fails.
This story originally appeared on Glamour US.
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