Why Nappa Leather Jackets Are Ideal For The British Summer
If there’s one word to describe the typical British summer, it’s ‘brief’, which is why owning leather blazers and leather jackets can be great, providing a comfortable extra layer that looks stylish, feels comfortable and provides protection on cooler days, chillier evenings, breezes and even the occasional damp we’re known to benefit from in the UK.
But if you mention the idea of biker jackets or leather coats of any kind to people they generally think of heavy leather made from cow hide that’s thick, less flexible and can make you feel too warm. After all, it’s summer, not winter, and leather jackets should be flexible enough to cope with the cooler days as well as the frozen days.
Can leather be lightweight, comfortable, flexible and yet still provide enough protection? What is the best type of leather for the variable British summer?
Caring for a Leather Jacket
Looking after your leather jacket properly will help to extend its life and will ensure that it gives you many years of wear. If you look after your leather jacket correctly you can also help to prevent ripping and cracking which will keep your jacket looking like new and will stop it from letting in the elements. There are a few simple measures which can be taken to keep leather jackets and coats looking, feeling, and smelling wonderful.
Although most leather jackets are preconditioned, you should still apply a leather protector to keep the leather waterproof. Try to use products specifically designed for leather which do not contain waxes and oils. These additives can clog the leather and prevent it from breathing properly.