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.
Norma Kamali
Grace minidress Black
$350.00
Mytheresa
Alice & Olivia
Mila Vegan Leather Deep V Twist-Front Mini Dress Red
$395.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-66%
Dolce Vita
Giano Suede Fringe Boots Green
$99.95
$295.00
Anthropologie
Norma Kamali
Grace midi dress Brown
$450.00
Mytheresa
Bronx
Myr-aa Boxing Boots Yellow
$180.00
Anthropologie
-40%
Self Portrait
Belted pleated chiffon maxi dress Black
$471.00
$785.00
Mytheresa
Dolce Vita
Tyrice Ankle Wrap Sandals Black
$125.00
Anthropologie
-22%
Talbots
Studded Double Wrap Leather Belt - Port Wine - Medium Talbots Red
$69.99
$89.50
Talbots
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!
-67%
Hogan
Ankle boots Blue
$180.00
$545.00
Yoox.com
-70%
INUIKII
Ankle boots White
$88.00
$295.00
Yoox.com
-47%
Tosca Blu
Ankle boots Brown
$132.00
$250.00
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.
-40%
AllSaints
Escher Chain Leather Rider Boots Black
$297.90
$495.00
AllSaints
-46%
AllSaints
Odyssey Knee High Suede Boots Brown
$269.10
$499.00
AllSaints
Dune London
Teine Leather Boot Black
$116.99
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?
Burberry
Pink Check Scarf
$109.43
HEWI
Saachi
Striped Sparkle Sheer Silk Wrap Gold
$44.99
Rue La La
-26%
Borbonese
Grey Silk Women Womens Scarf Gray
$136.00
$184.00
LUX LAIR
-30%
Bardot
PU bodycon midi dress in red
$144.90
$207.00
ASOS
-10%
Jaded Rose
PU corset midaxi dress in black
$133.50
$148.00
ASOS
-10%
Asos
structured off the shoulder suede mini dress in bright blue
$71.99
$79.99
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
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
