A reoccurring character in virtually every scene is the leather jacket. You can spot it at a bar, in the bank, and even on the freeway, passing you on a Harley. Regardless of where you might encounter this vampire of wardrobe staples, it isn’t the first, nor will it be the last time you spot one. 

That’s because the leather jacket is one of the most timeless staples anyone could own. Dress it up for a suave look or down for a cool, dark edge; its versatility speaks for itself. It’s no surprise the leather jacket continues to exhilarate well after a century following its dawn. 

Whether you’re heading out for dinner or thrashing it out at a concert, a leather jacket can do no harm. Check out our picks of the five freshest leather jackets to own this spring. 

Bottega Veneta 

Leather Blouson Jacket

Sometimes, the best items in our closet are the least stated. If you’re someone who enjoys subtlety, Bottega Veneta’s Leather Blouson Jacket might be right up your alley. Encased in 100% calfskin leather in a midnight shade of olive green, the Leather Blouson Jacket is a byword for Italian craftsmanship. 

$4,900, Saks Fifth Avenue

Schott NYC 

Classic Perfecto® Steerhide Leather Motorcycle Jacket

When the Schott brothers got together to create Schott NYC in 1913, they likely had no idea what a sensation their outerwear would be. Producing the height of American leather goods, Its Classic Perfecto Steerhide Leather Motorcycle Jacket is no exception. Made from US-sourced 3.5 oz steer hide leather, this classic staple is designed with longevity at its core. 

$870, Schott NYC 

Givenchy

Leather Biker Logo Jacket

Givenchy’s latest rendition of the leather biker jacket kicks things up a notch with color blocking, racing patches, and an embossed 4G logo on the front. If you’re a thrill-seeker and like to reflect some of that adrenaline in your wardrobe, this showstopper is worth a second glance. 

$6,660, Givenchy

Gucci

Leather Bomber Jacket

If there was ever an understated take on logomania, Gucci’s Leather Bomber Jacket accomplishes exactly that. Dripping in its interlocking GG monogram, this lambskin leather bomber jacket is a staple for Gucci aficionados. 

$4,750, Gucci

Versace

Croc-Effect Leather Blouson Jacket

Paying tribute to the glossy mode of the 90s, Versace offers a bold take on a beloved classic. With pointed collars, Medusa Biggie hardware, and a sophisticated patent-crocodile effect, its Blouson Jacket makes a statement at every turn. 

$5,295, Versace