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.
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Rains
Suva Hardshell A-Line Rain Coat
$147.49
$295.00
Neiman Marcus
Dolce & Gabbana
Patent Vinyl Skirt - Red
$318.47
Italist
Maeve
Faux Leather Mini Skirt
$128.00
Anthropologie
Forte_Forte
Metallic Eco Leather Skirt - Silver
$301.28
Italist
Maeve
Emmy Faux Leather Mini Dress Red
$148.00
Anthropologie
Barbour
Delilah Skirt
$222.78
Italist
Frye
Shiloh Foldover Pant Boots Black
$378.00
Anthropologie
Guess
Jessa Shoulder Bag - Caramel Brown
$115.00
Italist
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!
Ganni
Leopard-printed denim boots Woman 41 Multi
$470.00
rBoutique
-6%
Tamaris
Womens Mocca Brown Suede Leather Heeled Ankle Boots - 25313-47
$145.99
$154.99
ShopSimon
-47%
Ziginy
Rocio Platform Lace-Up Boot in Black at Nordstrom, Size 11
$99.99
$189.95
Nordstrom
-5%
U.S.Polo Association
U. S. POLO ASSN. Polyurethane Womens Womens Boot Brown
$147.00
$154.00
ShopSimon
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.
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Schutz
Maryana Snake-Print Leather Knee Boots Black
$223.50
$298.00
Neiman Marcus
Tommy Hilfiger
Monogram Canvas Boot - Beige
$222.09
Italist
Frye
Sacha Leather Knee-High Boots Black
$428.00
Neiman Marcus
Jeffrey Campbell
Knee-High Slip-On Boots - Brown
$392.46
Italist
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?
Dolce & Gabbana
Tropical Sunset Print Silk Scarf - Black
$132.67
Italist
Vismaya
100% Silk Hair Scarf Brown
$48.00
Anthropologie
Paul Smith
Leopard-Print Brushed Wool Scarf - Grey Gray
$141.89
Italist
Vismaya
100% Silk Hair Scarf Red
$48.00
Anthropologie
Vero Moda
faux suede mini skirt in brown
$58.00
ASOS
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Topshop
animal print pu shirtdress in khaki-Green
$56.00
$93.00
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
Msgm
Shirred-cuff Faux-leather Dress - Womens - Navy Blue
$645.00
MATCHES
Nanushka
Joy faux leather shirt dress - Red
$599.00
Farfetch
Nanushka
Sharma faux leather midi dress Brown
$645.00
Mytheresa
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
