What should it be like and where to find the perfect leather
jacket? Three experts respond
BY MARINA VALERA
The perfect 'perfect' jacket (excuse the redundancy) exists.
Stylists Anna Casanovas and sisters Helena and Lucia Cuesta explain their ideal
characteristics and which their favorites are.
Few things we can say about the leather jacket that have not
already been said: a timeless garment that combines with everything, that does
not understand styles and that, if you invest well in it, can be inherited from
mothers to daughters. The perfect leather one can be as much rock as you want,
yes, but it is also suitable to be mixed with classic garments and give a twist
to any style, no matter how basic it is. Chances are, you don't know anyone who
doesn't have a leather biker in their wardrobe, and yet everyone seems to be on
the relentless quest for the perfect leather suck. If, as it happens to many
women, you never have the feeling of having found the definitive one or, simply,
you think that we are destined to find several "orange socks"
throughout our lives, don't worry, you're not alone.
To assist you in this difficult task, we have interviewed
three expert stylists and fashion prescribers who, thanks to their experience
and talent, know a lot about leather bikers. On how the perfect leather jacket
should be and where to find it, the mistakes that are usually made when looking
for it, the story behind your favorite or the perfect one that is already on
your most immediate wish list. Stylists Ana Casanovas and sisters Helena and Lucia
Cuesta respond to our detailed questionnaire with a very specific objective:
that you give once and for all with the leather jacket of your dreams.
The perfect leather jacket from ... Anna Casanovas
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What is the first thing you usually notice when you see a
leather jacket?
What three things does the perfect leather jacket have to
have at your discretion?
A Timeless silhouette, a skin that ages well over time and is
preferably black.
How is the leather jacket that every woman should have in
her wardrobe in terms of silhouette, color, skin type, etc. to make it
timeless?
For me, it is essential that it is black, with matte leather
and a biker look, that is, that it has pockets, belt loops on the shoulders and
a collar with flaps.
Let's talk about the details .
Stand-up collar or with lapels? Flaps always.
Zip or clasp closure? 100% zipper.
With or without shoulder straps? With belt loops.
Padded details or without them? Preferably without, but if
it has, that is only in the elbows.
Smooth or textured skin? Lisa.
Matte or shiny skin? Mate.
Pockets or without them? With pockets.
With a belt and belt loops on the hem or better without it?
Always with a belt.
Is there any other detail that we haven't mentioned that you
like a lot or that you don't like at all?
Personally, I do not like bi-color combinations, nor without
a belt or pockets. I also do not like excess padding and it is also very
important to know how to choose the length. I really like the personalized
options, such as those with drawings on the back and the occasional tack.
What are the mistakes that are usually made when choosing a Leather jacket according to your criteria?
Do not bet on leather or options that do not imitate leather
well and risk a lot with color. For me, in the end, it is a basic garment that
has to work with almost any look.
After rummaging through mountains of clothing for longer
then I would like to confess, in line to pay I see the girl in front of ME with
my jacket, the perfect jacket…
I bought my first biker while walking around Carnaby in London
and every time I go I keep going for a walk in the area in case I find any
treasure. In Madrid there is also a very very authentic store in Malaysian
called the Temple of Susa; you don't always find something the first time, but
you have to keep it on the radar because you can find real gems. Currently, with
the Internet and e-commerce, we have infinite options but, for me, when looking
for the perfect biker I always consult All Saints and Acne.
Which style icon should we take inspiration from when choosing
a leather jacket?
Without a doubt Kate Moss and Sienna Miller. Personally, I
love taking inspiration from Geraldine Saglio too.
Where, how and when did you find the leather burlington coat factory leather jackets of your
dreams?
It was a miracle. Walking through NY I found a pop-up from
Alexander Wang. I remember I made an hour and a half of queuing at -7ºC just
thinking of finding a perfect biker but I knew it was impossible, that it would
not happen because they are always the pieces that before disappearing
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