Chic Ways to Wear a Leather Coat at Work

It might be swimsuit weather right now, but before you know it winter will be upon us again.  And smart shoppers know that summer is the best time to snag some great items for the coming cold season.  That includes a new leather coat.

Although cuts and styles have changed over the years, leather coats and jackets for women have never entirely gone out of fashion. But at present, a leather coat is one of the trendiest items of clothing you can wear. However, leather coats and jackets are not always suitable for work attire. Whether leather is acceptable very much depends on the type of place you work. But most of today’s workplaces welcome employees to be more stylish and uniquely-dressed than in bygone years. As long as you still look professional, a leather coat can really accentuate your outfit and make you feel confident in the workplace. So, check out these chic ways to wear a leather jacket at work.

 Styling Tips for a Chic and Professional Look

 Regardless of whether you wear faux or real leather, you can make it work with almost any combination of an outfit. And the lapels of your coat can add structure to your look without being overly stuffy. Wearing a luxury leather coat will add polish and personality to smart pants, a sheath dress, or jumpsuits. Alternatively, pair your coat with a pencil skirt and a silky blouse or turtleneck. Another current styling trend is leather on leather. Wear your coat with leather pants or a leather skirt, and you will most definitely make a strong statement about your style in the workplace. You will probably want to avoid tough biker designs, though. Instead, stick to tailored leather coats that are either long or shortened. Other current on-trend designs include cropped leather jackets, moto jackets, and surfs. Boots, heels, or flats can be worn with the above outfit ideas. But over-the-knee boots are one of the best choices. They are effortlessly stylish and also super comfy.

  Choosing the Right Color Scheme

 Black and white always pair well, especially for a professional look. Try a black coat and black jeans combined with a white sweater and white boots. This funky but professional look is sure to make you stand out at the office. All-black works well too. Style a black leather coat with black leggings and a black V-neck tee to empower yourself. Wearing an all-black ensemble is also practical. If you accidentally spill coffee on your top just before a meeting, no one will notice! However, black on black may not be the best choice for the summer months. Colorful leather coats are also an option for any time of year. This season, a popular choice is a hunter green coat. But silver and off-white colors are also on-trend.

 More Styling Tips

 In addition to wearing a leather coat with pants or a skirt, and a blouse, a leather coat goes as equally well with a work dress. If you work in an office where more-somber clothing is required, stick to black, gray, or dark blue dresses. But if you are allowed to express yourself more, opt for a colorful or polka dot dress.

 If your workplace allows casualwear, why not go ultra-casual? The leather coat and hoodie combination pairs perfectly, especially when both are black or dark colors. Combine with black leggings for a truly chic look.