How to Wear Black Leather Over 40

Black leather has never been more popular, but if you wonder whether it’s too rock n’ roll for a grown-up gal, just look at Olivia Newton John.

These days she’s rockin black leather just as well as she did when she starred in Grease, and she’s no spring chicken anymore! Her classy striped blouse is a great example of what to wear with black leather pants. It’s simple an sophisticated and elevates black leather, making it look more refined.

Leather is stylish over 40, but how else can you wear it so you don’t look like a worn out biker chic? 

Olivia Newton John  has a great ide for what to wear with a black leather skirt. She has paired hers with a  lace jacket, sating boots and a classy clutch to inject a ladylike vibe.

Suze Orman and Jacqueline Bisset show us how to wear a black leather jacket and look cool over 50. Confidence is key. If you don’t feel authentic in black leather, you’ll never look cool in it. It’s edgy. Be sure it suits your personality.

Here are some other tips for wearing black leather over 40.

1. Be Cautious Wearing Black Leather Near Your Face

Unfortunately, black leather worn near the face can make mature women look harsh. The high contrast of leather against aging skin emphasizes imperfections and drains the complexion. If you are going to wear a black leather jacket, try adding a pretty scarf to soften things up. Otherwise, a touch of leather, elsewhere is all most women need to get that edgy vibe.

Choose black leather leggings or a skirt etc. to be your focal point and mix it up with another piece of clothing in a different material. You’ll look softer and classier when you combine black leather with varying textures and patterns. For example, black leather with silk, black leather with tweed, black leather with lace.

Other good ways to wear black leather over 40?

2. Choose Classic Shapes and Styles: This leather pencil skirt from Mugler is perfect for the office. Wondering what to wear with a black leather skirt? Pair it with a sweater or blouse for a feminine touch.
3. Try Ruffles If you not sure how to wear a black leather jacket and still look feminine, take a look at this pretty ruffled jacket. Girly details like a small ruffle or a subtle peplum cut add a romantic touch. This jacket is edgy and soft at the same time.
4. Pair Leather with a Silky Blouse Wondering what to wear with a black leather jacket? A soft, flowing blouse in silk or chiffon creates a modern contrast and adds softness to this hard-edged, woman’s black leather jacket.
5. Use Leather as an Accent If you just can’t get your head around leather but want to look fashionable, why not use it to accent a part of your body such as your waist? This belted leather dress is a great example of that.
6. Go Easy on the Hardware Studs, chains, and zippers on leather may be fun, but a cleaner look is classier after 40. Don’t go overboard with shiny hardware that makes you look like you belong to a motorcycle gang. Think elegant, not rock and roll, and you’ll get it right. This beautiful quilted, women’s black leather biker jacket from Via Spiga is classy but still very cool.

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