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Vintage Women’s Motorcycle Jacket: The Editorial Choice

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Timeless, timeless and above all durable, the vintage women’s jacket remains an essential piece of the feminine wardrobe. Whether it’s a protective biker jacket, quilted or just a jacket for a look, it’s important to choose well to enhance yourself to the max.

There are several models of women’s motorcycle jackets for female bikers and for women who are not necessarily racers or motorcycle fans. It all depends on the materials, textiles, colors, patterns and above all the cuts. Obviously, also choose according to your taste.

Woman wearing a black biker jacket with a dress — Biker jacket from La Fee Maraboutee

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1. The vintage motorcycle jacket: a timeless and original style
- 1.1. What is a vintage women’s motorcycle jacket?
- 1.2. What are the models of vintage leather jackets?
2. How to wear the vintage women’s motorcycle jacket?

The vintage motorcycle jacket: a timeless and original style

What is a vintage women’s motorcycle jacket?

Its cut is generally fitted, it is of course long-sleeved, zippered, buttoned or snap-buttoned. It often has zippered pockets at chest and/or sides and its collar is usually a mandarin collar. Its cuffs are snap-fastened or have zippers.

This jacket is belted and is often made of vintage leather. It can be black leather, brown leather or even leather with dark and light shades. Models in suede, mesh or other materials also exist.

Woman wearing a black leather jacket with a mandarin collar — YZA leather jacket from Dks

It can happen that you find vintage women’s motorcycle jackets with collars folded down on the chest. In this case, what matters is the fabric with which it was made and its appearance.

The retro women’s motorcycle jacket has nothing to envy other pieces like the coat, parka, trench coat, down jacket, jacket or even the biker jacket. A vintage motorcycle jacket with an ample or even oversized cut can easily replace a coat or a trench coat.

In winter, thanks to a warm lining like fur, faux fur, goat wool, sheepskin or velvet and fleece, your model will be comfortable and protect you from the cold like a down jacket or a bomber jacket.

In the summer season or in mid-season, no worries, swap your perfecto leather jacket for a racing jacket with a lighter lining like cotton, polyester, satin or nylon. For female bikers, choose approved jackets that go with motorcycle pants for maximum safety.

Woman wearing a black biker jacket with a skirt and boots — Vintage biker jacket from Stradivarius

What are the models of vintage leather jackets?

The most common models of motorcycle jackets for women are those made of cowhide and buffalo leather. Robust, supple and resistant, they provide comfort and in the event of a fall, they guarantee effective protection against abrasions. Those that are fitted are as original as those with a straight cut.

Would you like to know more about leather jacket models? We advise you on the criteria to consider when choosing a women’s leather motorcycle jacket :)

The most important thing is to choose a vintage belt model. Opt for those made of aged brass. It goes without saying that the best vintage clothing models are those with a worn appearance, as they give a rather unique look with a touch of sophistication.

Woman wearing a brown vintage jacket with a belt — © Pinterest

How to wear the vintage women’s motorcycle jacket?

First love, with a solid color motorcycle jacket in khaki or ecru like beige. Match it with a washed black slim fit, low-rise and a black tank top to recall the looks of the eighties.

Opt for sneakers in the same color as your jacket and a shoulder bag as accessories. A simple yet effective look. It is as comfortable as it is enhancing.

Woman wearing a green leather jacket — Women’s leather jacket from Cyrillus Fr

Otherwise, with the same model, you can choose to wear a leather or faux leather skirt and a short top made of the same material and color with studded motorcycle boots to keep the spirit of the twentieth century. These styles are rather total vintage, but you can lean towards a slightly more modern look.

For a more “modern lady” look, opt for a short dress with a skater skirt that you will wear with a gradually colored jacket. A pair of boots will do the trick.

Or, for a basic and simple style, nothing beats a T-shirt or buttoned, ribbed, white, and a skinny jeans to wear with white sneakers.

For a more sophisticated look, choose a plus size women’s motorcycle jacket in a windbreaker style that you won’t zip up. Let your bra show through. Wear jogging pants and a cap to complete this streetwear look.

Woman wearing an oversized fur jacket — Oversized jacket from Tintoretto

Do you prefer an eccentric, more original and unique look? A total black gothic look in faux leather or leather will suit you. Choose a black jacket with floral prints in red. A leather or vinyl pants will make you stand out.

For accessories, go out of the ordinary, dare platform boots in suede, a studded black bag and quite extravagant earrings. Or, to play the diva, opt for a white jacket, a red blouse, white tube pants and red feminine boots. Not to mention the pair of sunglasses, beret, and red handbag.