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.
Velvet
Kaitlyn beaded cotton-blend midi dress Blue
$545.00
Mytheresa
-42%
Acne Studios
Womens Shimmering denim Bermuda short Blue
$499.95
$860.00
Simons
-50%
Wolford
Faux leather minidress Black
$365.00
$730.00
Mytheresa
Twik
Womens Suede colour-block fringed vest Brown
$150.00
Simons
-60%
Nanushka
Menphi minidress Brown
$228.00
$570.00
Mytheresa
Icone
Womens Rib-knit belted and buttoned dress Black
$79.00
Simons
Akep
Dresses Brown
$366.00
Balardi
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!
-37%
Vic Matié
Ankle boots Grey
$286.00
$457.00
Yoox
UGG
Classic Mini Ii Ankle Boots Black
$346.00
Balardi
-54%
Mjus
Ankle boots Black
$104.00
$226.00
Yoox
-73%
Santoni
Ankle boots Grey
$214.00
$800.00
Yoox
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.
-60%
Ganni
Kat denim knee-high wedge boots Blue
$436.00
$1,090.00
Mytheresa
Paloma Wool
Manuela Open-toe Knee-high Sandals Brown
$339.00
Eraldo
-50%
Gia Borghini
Blondine denim knee-high boots Blue
$444.00
$888.00
Mytheresa
-38%
Le Silla
Boots Black
$533.00
$866.00
Yoox
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?
-30%
Etro
Rigoletto paisley silk scarf Red
$161.00
$230.00
Mytheresa
Msgm
Crocodile-effect Faux Leather Mini Dress - Womens - Black
$660.00
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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
Stand Studio
Kaitlyn leather midi dress Red
$717.00
Mytheresa
Stradivarius
faux leather dress in black
$30.00
ASOS
Emilia Wickstead
Petra Belted Leather-effect Midi Dress - Womens - Navy
$1,860.00
MATCHES
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
