Genuine Orange Leather Varsity Jacket For Women

Genuine Orange Leather Varsity Jacket For Women

The Genuine Orange Leather Varsity Jacket For Women takes the letterman shape and makes it entirely from leather — no wool body, no fabric panels. It is a bolder jacket than the traditional two-tone version, and orange is the colour that decides it: warm, loud without being neon, and unusually good against denim, cream and grey. If you want a real leather jacket that people actually notice, this is the one.

• Material: Genuine leather throughout, soft finish
• Fit: Regular fit with a slight body shape, women's pattern
• Closure: Front snap buttons
• Color: Orange with contrast knit trim
• Care: Wipe with a soft dry cloth, condition twice a year, keep out of direct sun

How orange behaves on leather

Colour on hide never reads the same as colour on cloth. Leather has a slight natural sheen and a grain that catches light unevenly, so an orange that would look flat and plasticky on a nylon jacket looks deeper here — closer to burnt orange in low light and brighter outdoors. The panels will also vary very slightly in tone from one to another, because they are cut from different parts of the hide. That is a marker of real leather, not a fault.

One practical note: strong colours on leather fade faster in constant direct sunlight than black or brown does. Hang it out of a sunny window and it will hold its tone for years.

An all-leather varsity versus the wool-bodied kind

The classic varsity jacket uses a melton wool body because wool is warm and cheap to shape. Making the whole jacket in leather changes three things. It becomes more wind-resistant, because leather does not breathe the way woven wool does. It becomes heavier and holds its shape more firmly, so the silhouette stays clean rather than softening. And it wears in rather than wearing out — the elbows and forearms will soften and gain character with use.

The knit collar, cuffs and hem stay, because they are what make the shape read as varsity rather than as a bomber. They also seal the openings so the jacket keeps warmth in without a heavy filling.

Fit, comfort and styling

Cut on a women's pattern: narrower shoulder, shorter sleeve, and a hem that sits at the hip where the knit band draws it in. There is room for a light knit underneath but it is not a boxy jacket. Take your normal size for everyday layering, or size down if you want it close.

Because the jacket carries the colour, everything else should stay simple — blue or black denim, white trainers, a plain white or grey top. Avoid pairing it with red or pink; against cream, camel, navy and grey it works every time.

Made to order, XS to 5XL and custom

This jacket is cut and stitched after you place your order, in sizes XS to 5XL plus a Custom option. Send chest, shoulder, sleeve and back-length measurements if you sit between sizes or want a specific length, and we will make to those numbers. Free shipping, secure checkout, and honest pricing on real leather rather than an inflated brand markup.

Shop Related Styles at Leather Outlet

Related pieces worth comparing: Women Varsity Jackets for the wool-bodied version of this shape, Women Leather Jackets for the wider range, Women Bomber Jackets if you like the knit trim but want a zip, and Women Biker Jackets for a sharper shape. The full catalogue is at Leather Outlet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the whole jacket real leather?

Yes — body and sleeves are both genuine leather. Only the collar, cuffs and hem are ribbed knit, as the varsity style requires.

Will the orange fade?

Not with normal wear. Long periods in direct sunlight will lighten any strongly coloured leather, so store it away from a sunny window.

Is the colour the same as the photos?

Very close, though leather shifts slightly with light and screens vary. If exact tone matters to you, message us before ordering.

How warm is it?

Leather blocks wind well, so it feels warmer than its weight suggests. For cold winter days add a knit underneath.

How should I care for it?

Wipe with a dry cloth after wear and apply a light leather conditioner once or twice a year. No machine washing.

Can I order it in another colour?

Usually yes. Tell us the colour you want before ordering and we will confirm availability.

What sizes do you offer?

XS through 5XL, plus Custom if you would like it made to your own measurements.