Sure, Black Leather Jackets Are Timeless, But Everyone in Fashion Is Opting for This Chicer Colour Instead

It's true. A black leather jacket is a classic wardrobe piece, and it will always have a place in a timeless capsule collection. But if you're looking for something altogether cooler, something a little more "fashion" to upgrade your 2026 jacket game—may I suggest switching up the black for a brown leather jacket instead?

Hear me out. All the best brown leather jackets are *just* as easy to add into your regular outfit rotation, considering brown has become a new neutral these days. And the upside is, you'll look like you've put 100 times more thought into your outfit. A great brown leather jacket has the power to make all those basics you already own look much more intentional and elevated. Just have a scroll through this article for proof, since I've collated some of the coolest brown leather jacket outfits I've seen recently for some helpful inspiration.

We're not talking about a flash in the pan trend here, either, since leather can be a rather hefty investment. Brown leather jackets were bubbling up all through 2025, especially oversized bombers, funnel-necks and suede versions. And some of the chicest celebs—from Hailey Bieber to Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Charli XCX—have been spotted in them, only adding to the buzz. Anthony Vaccarello debuted arguably the most perfect brown leather jackets on the Saint Laurent SS25 runway, and leaned in with inclusions in the FW25 and SS26 collections too. In fact, Versace, YSL, Acne and Prada all showed brown leather jackets on the SS26 catwalks. Let me tell you—if these giants are in on it, this trend's here to stay.

Luckily for us fashion disciples, brown leather jackets aren't just a runway trend and there are options available to buy right now for all budgets. From the most expensive-looking faux versions under £100 (hello Zara, M&S and River Island), to premium high street options where, if you can stretch your budget a little, you'll bag real leather that will last longer for a great price. Fashion insiders seem to be opting to invest in styles from contemporary brands, like Nour Hammour and Rohé (this one's actually top of my wish list). And if you're after something truly special, you can look to designers like Miu Miu, Loewe and Saint Laurent for the real deal. I'm talking buttery soft heirlooms that you'll cherish for decades to come.

I did a real deep dive (no seriously, I spent hourssss) searching for the very best brown leather jackets on offer, from bikers to bombers, cropped, long-line, slouchy or structured, minimalist and distressed styles. All you have to do is scroll down to shop.

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