What should a 40-year-old woman wear with a biker jacket?

There are things that, due to the frequency with which they become trends, are out of fashion. This category undoubtedly includes a leather jacket (First of all, its classic variation, sewn from genuine black leather). This wardrobe item has acquired many universal features. That’s why today everyone without exception can “turn to” him without a twinge of conscience, not to mention beautiful ladies who have crossed the threshold of their 40th birthday.

Rules for 40-year-olds: how to wear a leather jacket?

Key notes and recommendations:

• the item must be of high quality (it is better to spend money or bother looking for a good-looking leather jacket from the democratic segment than to wear a poorly tailored leatherette leather jacket);
• you can wear outerwear in bright colors, but only “in the right place” (for example, on vacation) and if you are surrounded by clothes in calm colors and restrained styles;
• a black biker jacket with a classic cut is a universal solution that will allow you to create much more appropriate and harmonious looks than options in other shades;
• do not add a lot of jewelry to your leather jacket;
• don’t try to outplay the “spirit of the jacket” with overtly feminine accessories and don’t go to the opposite extreme (an abundance of rocker, biker or informal paraphernalia will look ridiculous on a lady over forty).

Well, don’t forget that today a biker jacket is not necessarily a very short jacket. Longer models are also available. Try on different lengths and styles. Take the time to search to find exactly what you want.

What to combine it with?

In fact, it's up to you to decide. The trend to prolong youth is gaining momentum. The period of life during which it is permissible to turn to youth looks and trends has significantly lengthened. And if you look 30, then you can afford to break many of the rules for combining, outlined below.

With trousers, trousers, jeans

One of the definitely risky options is a completely leather bow. First of all, this applies to tapered trousers; with skirts and shorts (not mini) the situation is simpler. Problems arise even earlier: not at the stage of creating an image, but at the moment of selecting the bottom. For a woman who has crossed the age of 40, it is quite difficult to find well-fitting leather trousers that do not make her look fat, do not emphasize cosmetic imperfections in the hips and buttocks, and at least simply do not create the effect of forced youthfulness.

If you don’t want others to think of you as a woman who is getting younger by all available and inaccessible means, do not combine leather trousers and a biker jacket. Especially if the pants are tapered, come with rivets or are decorated with other silver fittings. For example, zippers along the entire trouser leg.

Instead of leather bet on denim. Boyfriend jeans of the right fit and width can decorate any woman. You just need to remember that the classic model does not fit tightly on the legs. It goes a little loose, but in moderation. It wouldn't do to call her hoodie. And this canonical option should be worn with a leather jacket by a woman over 40.

Important! Jeans should not be ornate or strangely decorated. No holes, stripes, rivets.

If you don't like boyfriend jeans, try straight or slightly tapered jeans. The choice between them should be made based on personal taste and body shape. Wherein Remember your age and refrain from buying low-waisted models. And the point is not that such a cut has long been anti-trend. It’s just that it has always been designed exclusively for very young people, and with an ideal figure at that. Everyone else needs to stay away from him.

With a plain dress

Solid color is a key requirement for wardrobe items for those over 40. Colorful dresses, sundresses and blouses are considered dangerous. Instead, you need to rely on moderately bright, but not acidic shades, as well as models in pastel and some delicate colors.

Important! The dress should not be both tight and too short. Even without a leather jacket, such an outfit is considered inappropriate for ladies who are about to cross the line of middle age. A jacket will significantly complicate the situation.

However, a plain dress with a flat, symmetrical hem, without ruffles, ribbons or a deep neckline (both on the chest and back) may look too simple or strict.You can dilute the general mood with the help of a leather jacket. She will add zest to even the most discreet outfit. When combined with a leather jacket, the item will have the characteristics of a street, casual and somewhat informal wardrobe item.

Important! If you want to break the stylists’ ban and wear a sundress, then take a white, elongated and loose model, sewn from natural fabrics. Throw a biker jacket, classic in color and cut, over your shoulders, and choose shoes according to the occasion and mood. These could be ballet flats, slippers, flat-soled sandals, or even rough boots.

With a simple skirt

A pencil skirt is a basic wardrobe item, but in everyday life it can look very discreet. That is why they often try to revive it with the help of colorful blouses. However, the experiment ends in failure because floral and geometric prints rarely look good on a 40-year-old woman. Ornaments work differently than on young people: they don’t refresh, but turn you into a grotesque village woman, or, well, they make you think of a curtain.

Boring plain black a pencil skirt should be enlivened not by colorful shades, but by playing with style directions and styles. At work, wear it with a plain blouse or shirt, or with a jacket. Wear heels. Well, when leaving the office, change your shoes to more comfortable ones and put on a biker jacket.

If you prefer midi skirts with or without a slit on the side, then be sure to buy a black hat or flat shoes to go with your biker jacket. These items will incredibly transform your look.

With a blouse

If you are afraid to seem overly provocative because of the leather and cut of the jacket, then a classic white blouse will be a real salvation. Wear it on its own or under a sweater, and choose a pencil skirt or jeans as a bottom.

With a sheath dress

Another item from the basic wardrobe. Just like a pencil skirt, it can easily transform from casual or office-style clothing into a street or semi-sports outfit, you just need to complement it with a biker jacket.

What can you add to the image?

Tell a definite “no” to thin, tight-fitting knitted hats, especially the sports type. This item has a clear age range. In combination with a leather jacket, the effect is only enhanced.

Shoes have their limitations. Try to avoid the following options:

• acid shades;
• animal prints;
• very high heels;
• combination of heel and massive platform.

Important! Sandals are allowed, but only if there are no conspicuous imperfections on the arch of the foot. Swelling, strongly protruding veins, and wrinkled skin will not allow you to look beautiful in these shoes.

Also adequately assess the general mood of the image and your constitution. Yes, a leather jacket allows you to wear sneakers, sneakers and slip-ons. However, not every lady will look good using the listed options. For comparison, try them on first and then change into pumps (with or without heels) or ballet flats.

If we are talking about the beginning of autumn or the end of spring, then it’s time to look at the boots. Only do not take the recommended calf length so often. In fact, such shoes can greatly disfigure a leg (especially a plump one): shorten it, emphasize the width of the calves. Over the knee boots should also be avoided. Their level of expression is too high, which is especially noticeable in contrast with the leather jacket.

When it comes to demi-season shoes, your choice should be ankle boots of adequate length (both with heels and small platforms), and slightly rough boots (only if you are not overweight).Other accessory options:

• a scarf made of flowing fabric or a warm scarf;
• glasses;
• belt;
• leather bag.

When choosing the right bag, don't be afraid to be frivolous. Sometimes a leather jacket miraculously combines with models of opposite characteristics. Some people love to wear it with a messenger bag on a chain, others - with kegs. A soft and shapeless handbag can also come into place, it all depends on the general mood of the look.