3 foolproof ways to style a leather dress
How to pull off a leather dress
Pulling off a leather dress is no easy feat. Sharp, edgy, and rebellious, a leather dress done wrong can easily conjure up ill-fated The Matrix vibes. But, if paired with the right accessories and silhouettes, a leather dress can become a flattering transitional item and a versatile staple piece for your wardrobe.
Alice & Olivia
Mila Vegan Leather Deep V Twist-Front Mini Dress Red
$395.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Norma Kamali
Grace faux leather bustier midi dress Brown
$465.00
Mytheresa
-30%
AllSaints
Dalby Slim Fit Leather Biker Jacket Red
$398.30
$569.00
AllSaints
-50%
Vince Camuto
Faux Suede Fit & Flare Dress in Rich Black at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Small
$59.50
$119.00
Nordstrom
-84%
70/21
Maxi Dress Black
$41.00
$250.00
Rue La La
-50%
Vince Camuto
Princess Seam Faux Suede Minidress in Forest Night at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$54.50
$109.00
Nordstrom
-60%
Nanushka
Menphi minidress Brown
$198.00
$495.00
Mytheresa
Inspired by stylish Fashion Week looks, learn what shoes and accessories to wear with your leather dress, as well as many more rules to stay chic in your cool-girl leather ensemble.
1. From edgy to cozy
Give your leather dress a relaxed, chill vibe by pairing it with soft and casual pieces. For the Louis Vuitton FW23 show, Venus Williams styled her belted mini leather dress with a cozy wool grey coat, platform ankle boots, and a shiny red purse. Go from club-ready to brunch-ready just by swapping your heels for platform boots and throwing on your fluffiest coat!
Ziginy
Rocio Platform Lace-Up Boot in Black at Nordstrom, Size 10
$189.95
Nordstrom
-52%
FitFlop
Ankle boots Brown
$96.00
$201.00
Yoox.com
-56%
Gia Borghini
Ankle boots Beige
$337.00
$764.00
Yoox.com
2. Monochrome chic
Keep your leather dress the focal point of your outfit by pairing it with minimal accessories. Take a page out of Helena Bordon’s book and let your leather dress speak for itself by pairing it with shoes in the same colour, creating a monochromatic look. If you’d like to add a pop of colour, top off your outfit with a contrasting purse.
-60%
-30%
AllSaints
Odyssey Knee High Leather Boots Black
$349.30
$499.00
AllSaints
-73%
Stuart Weitzman
City Zip Leather Knee-High Boot Black
$212.99
$795.00
Rue La La
3. Maximalist cowboy
Or if “minimalism be damned” is more your cup of tea, play with a Western take on the leather look. Accessorize with a cowboy hat, scarf or silk bandana, and gold jewellery. And as shown by this fashion week attendee, it works. So, why not?
-60%
Gucci
Logo Small Jacquard Wool & Silk-Blend Scarf Brown
$199.99
$495.00
Rue La La
Valentino Garavani
Rhombelle scarf in multicolored silk
$177.52
TheDoubleF
-75%
Asos
premium suede barrel pants with seam detail in stone-Neutral
$70.00
$279.00
ASOS
-13%
-40%
Daisy Street
soft PU washed trenchcoat-Brown
$82.00
$136.00
ASOS
-10%
Asos
structured off the shoulder suede mini dress in bright blue
$71.99
$79.99
ASOS
-10%
Jaded Rose
PU corset midaxi dress in black
$133.50
$148.00
ASOS
-30%
Bardot
PU bodycon midi dress in red
$144.90
$207.00
ASOS
Msgm
Crocodile-effect Faux Leather Mini Dress - Womens - Black
$660.00
MATCHES
Stand Studio
Jordan leather shirt dress
$1,004.00
Mytheresa
Stand Studio
Juno faux leather midi dress
$344.00
Mytheresa
Msgm
Faux-leather midi dress Green
$645.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Wells Panelled Faux-leather Midi Dress - Womens - Black
$425.00
MATCHES
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
