Katy Perry

Maybe one of the most talked about celebrities in recent times, Katy Perry is known all around the world.  We all know her for the hits she has had in the charts, the fragrances she has produced and of course her short marriage to the actor/comedian Russell Brand. More recently she has been in the spotlight for new album ‘Prism’ which has been released just this month. Whilst she is most known for her music, Katy is also known for the outfits she has stunned and shocked audiences with since she began as an artist. From when she was seen with a dessert themed bikini in the video of ‘California Gurls’ alongside Snoop Dogg to when she was seen with 12 different costume changes as she hosted the 2009 MTV Europe Music Awards! 

More recently, she has been seen wearing a great leather biker jacket when promoting the release of her new album. With not so many shiny metal buckles or zips, this is a more understated smooth look that Perry has opted for which some fans may not be necessarily used to. We can see that has definitely been an evolution of the singer’s clothes and as she moves into her fourth studio album, we can see that she has gone for a timeless classic that any fan who wants to replicate their favourite performer must have! 

The Denim Jacket Re-Worked in Leather

The denim style jacket re-worked in leather, combining these two cornerstones of fashion world. The highly acclaimed iconic style is a firm favourite which we never seem to fall out of love with. The versatility of denim and leather is unparalleled, both prevail no matter what the latest trend is dictating and a union of the two is nothing more than a match made in heaven.

 

Latest Leather Finishes

Everyone wants to look the part but don’t be fooled into thinking you have to break the bank and buy overpriced high street brands in order to get the look you desire.
There are plenty of alternatives, more than likely manufactured in the same place to the same quality, just paying for a label which sits on the inside.

The key fashion finishes are as follows and can all be found within our biker and bomber ranges too, as well as some of the slim fit blazers:

• Tumbled waxed – this produces a lovely soft finish as well as greater colour definition with darker colouring concentrated at the seams for a subtle antiqued colour patina. Waxed finishes will gain an increased “aged look” the more they are worn.

• Washed – this delivers a creased come crinkled finished and is great as you can scrunch up your jacket in your bag when you are not wearing it without any worries.

 

• Hand burnished – accentuates the vintage appeal of the leather which gives it a worn-in appearance. The colour is applied by hand to give a unique varied colour definition where the colour is more concentrated and darker around panel areas as well as across many of the seams.

• Heavily oiled – leather is soaked in special oils to create another version of an aged patina and vintage colour that has soft tone variation throughout in a silky soft finish as the leather has been well nourished in the processed.

Spring Only Just Round the Corner!

It's nice to start the working week after a lovely rain free weekend with sun and spells of warm weather, for a change. It's exactly 4 weeks to the day until spring, and the homestretch to summer begins as we leave the wintery chills behind us. We can look forward to the days progressively getting longer, but it's not until the clocks go forward that we can fully embrace the emergence of summer. Let's all pray for a decent summer this year, after 12 months of rain we are in desperate need of some vitamin D.

At this time of year I like to plan my spring wardrobe and say goodbye to all the gloves, hats, scarves and big woollies. Having said that one item of clothing that does seem to accompany me throughout the rotating seasons is my leatherjacket. Leather is good for most of the year especially when you live in the UK. We often need a jacket on a summer day the way our weather's been heading the last few years. Lambs nappa is the way to go, they're gorgeously soft, supple and light weight. In the winter they do the job and in the summer they do the job, well not on sweltering hot summer days, but ideal when you’re out on a summer’s evening with a gentle breeze.

Leather jackets are also special because they only get better with age softening and developing character through extended wear. In this respect, you could view it as an investment item that you will always get value for money from. If I had to choose a favourite style it would have to be a leatherbiker jacket. They’ve been around for generations and somehow continue to maintain their appeal the world over.

Care for Your Leather and Sheepskin Jackets and Coat

• First and foremost leather jackets and sheepskin coats are luxurious garments and not to be manhandled, thrown around or tossed on the floor, treat them with care and they will easily last you for years.

• Avoid all contact or abrasion with rough surfaces such as leaning on a wall which has exposed brickwork. Be particularly careful of sharp or pointy objects that you could snag your garment against, such as a loose nail or door handle.

• Avoid moisture, rain and dirt, especially for light coloured coats and jackets. You should be ok if you get caught in a light drizzle but leather is not practical as a raincoat. If you do get caught in a torrential down poor then allow your leather jacket or sheepskin coat to dry naturally on a flat surface, do not hang it up to dry! Whatever you do don’t place it on a radiator or close to any heat source!

• Use leather care products such as creams and lotions to prevent your garment from losing moisture and revitalise the natural oils in the leather. If you are unsure on which type of care products to use seek advice from where you purchased your garment. Furthermore it is also highly advisable to test a small area of the leather that is hidden from view, somewhere on the inside for example, as a precautionary measure to ensure the product does not stain or damage you jacket or coat.

• Always store in a low humidity area and hang it on a good quality sturdy hanger to avoid your garment being misshaped. A plastic or fabric cover is also recommended but not essential. 

It’s just like anything really love, cherish and care for your possessions and they will last, the biggest cost is effort.