I’m a fashion expert – where to buy the best leather jackets on the high street and what’s the best style for your look

LEATHER jackets have roared back into fashion – and are storming the catwalks and high streets.

The traditional style – wide lapels that zip up across the body and fall on your hip in black – still reigns supreme with the likes of celebs Hailey Bieber and Molly-Mae Hague being big fans.

But there are now plenty of other styles and colours.

Fashion editor Clemmie Fieldsend picks out six of the best faux leather options.

Classic

A BIKER jacket is one of those items that you refuse to throw out because it’s so handy.

The versatile piece is a boomerang item, meaning it will go in and out of fashion for the rest of your life.

Biker-chic was big on the catwalks of Alexander McQueen and Alaia this season, so you’ve never been more on trend.

If you want to give yours a modern update (or buy a new one like this Primark one) layer it with a sleeveless puffer.

It instantly creates a new coat giving each piece a new lease of life.

Cropped

CREATE definition without the need for a belt with a cropped style.

This tan style from Pretty Little Thing has an oversized shape but sits on your waist.

Pair it with high-waisted jeans, skirts – anything – or figure-hugging pieces to enhance your waist and curves further.

If you don’t want to invest in a crop, try a top fashion hack.

Simply tuck your jacket under to the preferred length and secure it with a belt.

Belted

CONVENTIONAL leather jackets sit on your hips, so they don’t show off your waist or lengthen your figure like a long line blazer.

This belted shacket solves that problem.

The belt cinches you in to show off the narrowest part of your body, giving an hourglass figure.

Plus, when the cold weather is starting to creep in, its longer silhouette keeps your lower back and bum warm.

And this rich berry colour with tonal separates is perfect for autumn days.

Oversized

FOR the past few years, oversized pieces have been a key feature in trends, and I am grateful.

An oversized jacket gives you that cosy feeling and the ability to layer underneath without resembling the Michelin Man.

This white style from Asos acts as a neutral, with light shades like this tan jumper dress, but would also look stylish layered over a metallic dress for nights out.

If you want to guarantee your jacket doesn’t swamp your figure, add a heel like these boots.

Coloured

ONE big characteristic of a biker’s leather jacket is its colour, usually black.

But if you want to inject oomph into your outfit and mood, try a style in a different shade.

This khaki option works in the same way as black, its dark hue means it goes with anything with similar colouring, like these chestnut culottes.

It creates a sleek, head-to-toe faux leather look that can be dressed down with flats.

Blazer

FAVOURED by US Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour, the leather blazer is a hybrid jacket that ticks all the boxes.

It can be worn with smart, office looks or if you’re heading to a special occasion.

You can dress it down for casual days with jeans and a jumper but still gives you a stylish edge.

For extra style points scrunch up the sleeves to your elbow – this prevents the jacket from swamping your look and looks more relaxed.