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- Worn for protection or fashion
- Made and worn since prehistoric times
- Made from tanned animal hides
- Can last a lifetime with proper care
- Became popular in the 1950's when many actors wore them in films
- "Bomber jackets" are worn by military aviators
- Trademark of "The Fonz" from Happy Days
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A leather jacket is made of tanned leather and can be worn as protective outerwear while motorcycle riding, or as a fashion statement. Leather jackets come in a variety of styles and can be representative of different subcultures like bikers or punks.
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Cultural Impact
The leather jackets become widely popular through film and television. Character is movies would wear leather jackets which made them popular as a fashion statement. They were also a staple of "Greasers" during the 1950s. The leather jacket was further popularized by Henry Winkler's character "The Fonz" on TV's Happy Days. This jacket is currently on display in the Smithsonian Institution.-
Leather Jackets Questions
I'm looking to buy a leather jacket 2 AnswersI agree with Lindalstcy I would by from Wilson's Leather. They have the largest selection I have ever seen. read more
How do I grade/judge leather on furniture? 2 Answershttp://www.helium.com/items/398499-testing-the-quality-of-leatherI personally give it a slight scratch to see if the color runs deep. Then try to rub it out to ... read more
where can i get a mj red leather beat it jacket 1 AnswerIs there a chinatown anywhere near you live? Maybe some equivalent of Olivera Street in Los Angeles? I'd bet if you can find an ethnic shopping district, you... read more
What is the best way to clean a leather couch? 7 AnswersThat all sounds too involved and painful. I have leather wipes that I bought at Target. They're named Weiman Leather Wipes. Just pull one out of the container, ... read more -
Leather Jackets Message Boards and Blogs
- Google Blog Search: Leather Jackets
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- The Fashion Spot: The Leather Jacket Message Board
- Kawasaki Motorcycle Forums: Riding Gear Message Board
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