The jacket’s most notable early appearance was on the back of Johnny Strabler, the nihilistic motorcycle gang leader played by Marlon Brando in The Wild One (1953). Ffirst engineered for aviators in the first and second world wars, leather jackets weren’t a fashion statement until Hollywood stars donned them in the Fifties.
And it’s easy to understand why: the best leather jackets make everyone feel f–king cool.Īs with many pieces of clothing, the genesis of leather jackets is in military gear.
Since their debut as a men’s fashion piece more than 70 years ago, leather jackets have remained a staple in every guy’s wardrobe. If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission.
