Leather Jacket
Care And Advice

Leather jackets have been around for a long time. Though they were "invented" in the early 20th century for utilitarian purposes and further developed for the armed forces in WWII, they were popularized in the 1950s by none other than Hollywood stars looking to emulate that military look.

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Leather Cleaning

Proper care and treatment of your leather garment will not only enhance the appearance but will also ensure its longevity.

  • Using a soft brush, gently brush to garment to remove any dust.
  • Clean your jacket using cold water and neutral soap (without any chemicals). With a sponge, gently wipe down the outside of the jacket. Avoid using hot water. Do not apply to any areas with fur as this will detrimentally damage the fur.
  • Remove the soap with the same method, using only cold water.
  • Remove any excess water with a sponge and then shake off to ensure that no water marks are left on the jacket. Should water marks appear please use a damp sponge and wipe over the affected area before once again removing excess water.
  • It is possible to clean the leather with a wool soaked in some neuter cleansing (which also contributes in giving brightness and nourishment to your garment). On suede in certain instances it is possible to remove light and soft stains with a rubber.
  • Allow to dry by hanging the garment in a sufficiently ventilated area, far from direct sources of heat (radiators, etc.) and direct sunlight.
 
 

Doing any of the following will damage or remove the proofing and may void the garment’s warranty:

  • Do not dry clean.
  • Do not machine wash.
  • Do not tumble dry.
  • Do not use soap or detergent of any kind.
  • Do not use solvents or bleach.
  • Do not iron or starch.
  • Do not force dry or expose to a direct flame.
  • Do not expose to direct sunlight for a long period of time (such as rear car window).
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Storage

You want to avoid wrinkles in your jacket, which is why you need to hang your garment on a wide, padded hanger. Since leather is a natural material, it needs to breathe in a dry environment.

  • Do not store your jacket in plastic, this is because the film will dry the fabric out.
  • Use strong wooden hangers or padded hangers to store your leather coats and jackets, this will help in keeping the shape of your garment. Also, make sure to store the garment in a cool and dry place avoiding humidity and direct sunlight at all costs as it will dry and discolour the leather.
  • Try to avoid folding your jacket wherever possible.
 

Special Notes

It is a good idea to try and protect your jacket from heavy downfalls of rain where possible. Once leather gets wet, the natural oils in the material seep to the surface. When things heat up the oils can evaporate, leaving you with a jacket that’s dry and brittle. The best way to prevent water from ruining your jacket is to give it some extra protection. A good leather conditioner will make your jacket more water resistant, as well as keeping the leather strong and looking like new. In the event that your leather garment does get wet, it’s best to allow it to dry naturally.

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