Leather has been prized for centuries for its durability, comfort, and timeless style. Here's what to know before you buy — and how to keep your leather looking great for years.
Types of Leather
- Full-Grain Leather: The highest quality grade, keeping the hide's natural surface intact. Extremely durable and develops a rich patina over time.
- Top-Grain Leather: Lightly sanded to remove imperfections, resulting in a softer, more uniform finish — popular for jackets.
- Genuine Leather: A real but lower grade of leather, more affordable while still durable.
- Suede: The soft, napped underside of the hide, valued for its texture.
- Nubuck: Top-grain leather buffed to a velvety finish.
How Leather Is Made
Raw hides go through tanning (to preserve and stabilize the material), dyeing (for color), and finishing (for texture and protection). Vegetable tanning is a slower, eco-friendlier method producing firmer leather, while chrome tanning is faster and yields softer, more flexible leather — common in jackets.
Caring For Your Leather
- Clean gently: Wipe with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Avoid harsh soaps or solvents.
- Condition regularly: A leather conditioner every few months keeps it supple and prevents cracking.
- Avoid excess moisture: Let wet leather air-dry naturally, away from direct heat.
- Store properly: Hang jackets on a broad hanger, in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight.
Choosing The Right Piece For You
Full-grain and top-grain leather jackets are built to last decades with proper care — a worthwhile investment over fast-fashion alternatives. Browse our Men's and Women's collections to find the leather jacket, coat, or accessory that fits your style and how you'll wear it.