Let’s talk about custom leather jackets for brides.
Whether you’re a bride or a bridesmaid, looking good at a wedding is everyone’s top priority. Couples are always searching for unique ideas for them to stand out. From lightsaber fights to Harry Potter themes, there’s a wondrous trove full of ideas out there – but have you ever thought about a custom leather jacket?
Let’s be honest – the one thing that people note more than anything else during a wedding is clothes. From Princess Diana’s iconic frilly concoction to Taylor Swift’s magenta evening gown style bridesmaid dress, there’s always a special hype around what you’re going to wear.
Custom leather jackets are the newest trend. Whether you’re doing a themed wedding that needs some cool punk-rock flair or whether you’re holding a destination wedding where you might freeze otherwise, it can be a great way to set yourself apart.
Investing in a quality leather jacket can also be considered a lifetime investment as you can wear it all your life. Maybe, in time it might need a bit of tweaking but you can always get a good leather jacket repair and preserve yours as a lifetime memory.
Here are some cool bridal leather jackets that will never let you down:
1. Going blush on your happy day
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Want the perfect blend of coolness and whimsy on your special day? Then opt for a blush-colored custom leather jacket. It’s a lovely, magic-infused color that will set you apart on your big day and make for a great commemorative souvenir that you can wear any time you want.
It would also make a pretty prop for your outdoor photoshoot that you can style whichever way you want, be it something draped over your shoulder or something that’ll add a touch of casual fascination to your formal wedding dress.
2. An ode to punk rock custom leather jackets
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Whether you want a themed engagement announcement caption for your ‘gram or whether you want a special photo shoot that’ll go down in the books, you can never go wrong with punk rock bridal leather jackets! You can always customize the leather finish and get it printed with the pattern or design of your choice.
If you want a soft finish to complement your bridal dress, then opt for cream or blush-hued leather with bold, contrasting patterns on the back. If you want to be a trend-setter, then go for a classic black jacket that will add a raw, edgy aura to your wedding outfit.
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3. Marking the bride
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You can commemorate your wedding (and change the last name) by getting a custom leather jacket with your new last name on it. It can be complemented with a beautiful image of something that you and your partner feel mutual interest in.
Wearing such a jacket on your wedding day will certainly help you add some extra flair and emotional value to your outfit. Plus, you’ll love how you could boast your newly married status at the reception in the coolest way ever.
4. Contrasting frills and lace with leather
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If your wedding dress is all frills and lace, then going for a custom leather jacket will be a cool way to contrast it. You can opt for a simple leather concoction with a minimalist name tag or even something as casual and small as “Wifey” written on the back.
Just make sure that the front of such a jacket is very modern and minimalist, as something frou-frou might clash with the lace and net of your wedding dress.
5. Going simple and contemporary with white-on-white
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If you’re someone who admires simplicity on their wedding day (a la Meghan Markle’s minimalist Givenchy), then you’ll love the classic pairing of a sleek custom leather jacket with your plain wedding dress.
It would not only make for a trendsetting combination but would also infuse your look with sheer class and elegance. Pair it with a long veil, some gorgeous flowers, and light makeup and you’ll look the epitome of magical on your special day.
6. Evoke the retro custom leather jackets
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A retro leather jacket is a great way to effuse your Big Day outfit with some bold, dramatic charisma. This style is perfect for couples who appreciate everything vintage – from vinyl records to David Bowie classics.
There are many ways to get that distressed, old-school finish in new leather jackets, but if you really want to go full-on authentic, then you can find a vintage leather jacket and get it customized with small details. Some pretty cool leather jacket alterations can be done by design consultants and skilled professionals. You can easily get it personalized to your size, desired aesthetic, and more.
7. The ‘till death’ aesthetic
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“‘Till death do us apart,” is perhaps one of the most popular wedding vows, and if you love your partner “to death” then it’s the perfect oath to have printed on your custom leather jacket.
You can have it either hand-painted or printed in the font of your liking. Having a matching graphic in the center can also add to the overall look. It would make a great photo shoot prop and you can even have your partner wear one so that the two of you have a matching set.
8. Set it apart with a neon sign
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Make your wedding dress the height of classy, modern, and chic by opting for a custom leather jacket with a neon “bride” sign to cap off your wedding dress. This is a truly unique idea – one that would instantly set you apart in aesthetics as well as in actuality.
No one will dare miss this sign and it might even become a conversation starter with those awkward obligatory guests that aren’t a close part of your friend circle.
9. Mark it with a special message
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You can always customize your bridal leather jacket with a special message for your partner. It could be as simple as a quote that you both love, a saying that has impacted your lives together, or even your personalized vows for each other.
If your message is long, then it doesn’t have to be printed or painted on the front or back of your jacket. It can be printed on the inside of your jacket – just a little secret between you and your partner that can be commemorated in your photo album for posterity.
10. For the reception
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A custom jacket can be a fantastic way to showcase your newly married status at the after-wedding party or reception! Going for this option will also allow you to wear your wedding dress as-is during the ceremony – you’ll also have the chance to get some traditional shots to commemorate the whole thing.
But as soon as you seal the deal with a kiss, you can slip on your “Just Married” black leather jacket and drive off into the sunset with your better half! You can even get a matching pair for them!
11. Custom demand on your custom leather jackets
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Marriage – or any partnership, really – is chock full of promises, and if you’ve got a fun or romantic gesture that you want your partner to mimic every day, then you can have it immortalized on your custom leather jacket. It could be something as simple as “I want flowers every day,” to something that’s more personal.
12. One for the bridesmaids
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The “Bride Squad” or “Bride Brigade” is such a fun part of the entire ceremony, and if you want yours to be set apart from the rest of the guests, then have them wear custom jackets!
They could either be embellished with each of your bridesmaids’ names or you could have one simple word printed on the back for decor. It would make for some great group pictures and even better memories down the lane.
Final thought
So, these are some cool bridal custom leather jacket ideas that you can take inspiration from. They range a bunch of styles and aesthetics, so you’ll certainly find one that fits perfect with your wedding theme!
Tony Kantzavelos is the owner of Love Your Leather – currently the largest leather cleaning, repair, and alteration company in Toronto and Southern Ontario. Tony has been altering and repairing leather items since 1987. He is a world-renowned expert in the leather restoration field especially when it comes to restoring high-end purses and handbags.
He really loves what he does since it not only makes his customers very happy to have their favorite accessories rejuvenated, but it also helps to reduce the throw-away society that is responsible for the destruction of our natural resources and increase landfills. A lot of his clients call him the magician due to his ability to repair even the most difficult tears, scratches, and discoloration on leathers.