At some point in the mid-twentieth century, the leather jacket ceased to be a mere item of clothing and became a bona fide cultural icon. When we think of leather jackets now, we think of daring pilots, rebellious bikers, and an effortless cool that retains its potency all these decades later.
The leather jacket owes its place in popular culture to a cavalcade of leather-clad characters from classic movies and TV shows, as well as some real-life celebrities who made the jacket a core part of their look. Let's take a look at some of those big names and the iconic leather jackets they wore...
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A handmade leather jacket is a long-term investment. In order to get the most out of your jacket, you need to take proper care of it – and that includes storing it properly when you're not wearing it.
Aero's high-quality leather jackets are extremely durable, and with a little bit of care, they'll last a lifetime. You don't have to worry too much about damaging your Aero jacket by storing it incorrectly, but there are a few key considerations that you should bear in mind.
For instance, leaving your jacket in a spot where it's exposed to direct sunlight may cause the leather to become discoloured or dry out. You should also avoid storing your leather jacket in damp places where mildew may grow. Because we only use natural fibres in our linings (like wool), our jacket’s linings may be susceptible to moths when stored for a long time.
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A leather's 'grain' refers to the natural pattern or texture of the animal hide from which the leather is made. The grain is the topmost layer of the hide and is formed by the arrangement of collagen fibres, which give leather its strength and durability. The grain pattern is unique to each individual animal and can vary depending on the species, breed, age, and environmental conditions of the animal.
However, when we refer to a jacket or leather as 'full grain', we aren't necessarily talking about the amount or level of grain within a jacket.
In this context, the term 'full grain' refers to the part of the hide (uppermost layer) that is included when making the leather and to the way it's processed prior to tanning.
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