Women Bomber Genuine Leather Jacket
Genuine leather is a term worth unpacking, because it is used loosely and it matters when you are comparing jackets. On this one it means real animal hide throughout the shell — not a coated fabric, not a bonded material made from leather scraps and glue, and not a fabric with a thin leather facing. The jacket is the classic bomber shape in that material.
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Material: Genuine leather
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Fit: Regular bomber fit
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Closure: Front zip with ribbed collar
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Color: Black
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Care: Dry cloth, condition twice a year, keep away from direct heat
How to tell real leather from an imitation
Four checks, none of which need expertise. Grain: real hide has irregular grain that varies across the panel; a coated fabric repeats a pattern. Edges: cut leather edges show a fibrous cross-section, coated fabric shows a fabric backing. Smell: leather smells like leather, coated fabric smells like plastic. And weight: real hide is noticeably heavier than a coated shell of the same size.
We mention this because the honest answer for a lot of shoppers is that faux leather is the right buy — it is lighter and cheaper — and knowing what you are actually looking at is what lets you choose. Our faux options are in the same Women Bomber Leather Jackets range and clearly labelled.
What real leather gives you
Longevity and ageing. A coated jacket starts at its best and slowly declines as the coating cracks. Real leather starts slightly stiff, softens over the first weeks, moulds to how you move, and keeps improving for years. A well-kept leather bomber outlives several faux ones.
It also blocks wind completely, which a thin coated shell does less well, and it can be repaired — a leather shop can patch or restitch a real hide, where a cracked coating cannot be fixed.
The bomber build
Knitted rib at the collar, cuffs and hem, dense enough to recover rather than stretching out — slack ribbing is how a bomber loses its shape permanently. Metal tooth main zip on a reinforced tape. Double-stitched seams, reinforced at the shoulders. Two hip pockets, an interior pocket, and a smooth lining.
Fit and styling
Regular bomber fit with soft shoulders and room through the body — the most comfortable and most widely flattering leather jacket shape. Take your normal size; room for a jumper is already built in, so avoid sizing up unless you want it noticeably loose.
Jeans and trainers, or over a dress with boots. Black goes with everything. See our Women Leather Jackets for biker and moto cuts, or Women Leather Pants to match.
Sizes and made to order
Each jacket is cut after you order. Standard sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL and 5XL, plus free Custom — send chest, waist, sleeve and back length after checkout. Free worldwide shipping and secure checkout are included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does genuine leather mean here?
Real animal hide throughout the shell — not a coated fabric, not bonded leather made from scraps and glue.
How can I tell real leather from faux?
Irregular grain that varies across the panel, a fibrous cut edge rather than a fabric backing, a leather rather than plastic smell, and noticeably more weight.
Is real leather always the better buy?
Not always. Faux is lighter and cheaper and suits some buyers better. Real leather lasts longer, ages well and can be repaired.
Does it soften with wear?
Yes. It starts slightly stiff, softens over the first weeks, and moulds to how you move.
Will the ribbing stretch out?
Not with normal wear. It is a dense knit that recovers rather than sagging.
What size should I order?
Your normal size. Room for a jumper is already built in. Custom sizing is free.
How do I care for it?
Dry cloth, keep away from direct heat, condition twice a year. Never machine wash or dry clean.
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