Vest

Leather Vests With Real Character

A vest does a different job from a jacket. It adds weight and attitude to an outfit while leaving your arms free, which is why riders, western fans and anyone who runs warm keep coming back to it. Throw one over a T-shirt, a flannel shirt or a hoodie and the whole look changes.

This collection brings together motorcycle club vests, clean everyday leather vests, western and ranch styles, suede and shearling-trimmed pieces, and vests inspired by characters from film, TV and games. Most are made for men, with a smaller selection of women’s vests.

Materials: Real Leather, Suede, Faux Leather and Fabric

Real leather is the most common choice here. It gives a vest its weight and structure, softens with wear and develops character over time. Faux leather versions offer the same look at a lower price and need less upkeep. Suede vests feel softer and more relaxed and suit western and vintage outfits, while denim, cotton and quilted vests are lighter options for layering or warmer days.

Black is the classic color for biker vests, with brown, red, blue and green on selected designs. Check each product page for the exact material, lining and pockets of the vest you like.

Biker and Motorcycle Club Vests

The motorcycle vest is the style most people picture first: black leather, a sleeveless cut, snap or zip front, and often side laces or a back panel built for patches. These vests work on their own over a shirt or as a layer over a riding jacket. If you want the full jacket instead, see our biker leather jackets for men.

A biker-style vest is fashion outerwear unless its product page lists protective features. For road riding, wear purpose-built protective gear underneath or over it.

Western and Screen-Inspired Vests

Western vests lean on suede, shearling trim and earthy browns, and they pair naturally with denim, boots and flannel. Many of the ranch-wear looks people search for come from TV, and you will find more of them in our Yellowstone jackets collection.

Other vests recreate pieces worn by characters in films, series and video games. They are close screen replicas, made to match the original’s color, shape and details as closely as possible. For full jackets in the same spirit, browse movie jackets.

How to Wear a Leather Vest

Keep the rest of the outfit simple and let the vest do the talking. A black leather vest over a plain white or grey T-shirt with dark jeans and boots is the easiest starting point. In cooler weather, layer it over a flannel shirt or a hoodie. Our guide on wearing hoodies and sweaters under leather covers how much room to leave for layers.

If you prefer sleeves, the same leathers and colors are available in our men’s leather jackets and women’s leather jackets.

How Should a Vest Fit?

A vest should close comfortably across the chest without gaping, sit at or just below the belt line, and leave the armholes open enough that it does not dig in when you move. If you will wear it over a hoodie or riding jacket, size for that layer. Standard sizes run from XS to 4XL, and most vests also have a Custom size option so they can be made to your measurements.

Caring for a Leather Vest

Hang it on a wide hanger, keep it away from direct heat and sunlight, and wipe off dust and light marks with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Condition real leather every few months and use a suede brush on suede. Our guide on cleaning leather at home works for vests too.

Shipping and Exchanges

Every vest is made to order and usually arrives in 14 to 20 days. Shipping is free to the US, UK, Canada, Australia and 13 European countries. Unworn vests can be returned or exchanged within 14 days of delivery. Full terms are in our Shipping Policy and Return Policy.

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