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12 leather high street pieces to complete your autumn capsule wardrobe


By Erin Lindsay
26th Sep 2020
12 leather high street pieces to complete your autumn capsule wardrobe

Real leather is a luxury that shouldn’t be restricted to the most expensive sources


We can’t remember the last time we felt such a tangible shift in the weather – autumn has definitely arrived. The cooler temperatures have us thinking about what’s missing from our autumn wardrobes, and high-quality, long-lasting pieces are always worth the investment.

Real leather is a luxury, but it shouldn’t be reserved for designer or super-expensive pieces. The high street has really upped its game with its selection of real leather pieces – some are trend-driven but many are timeless, designed to be worn autumn after autumn. Leather is a staple in your wardrobe, and while we are all making the effort to be more environmentally conscious, buying less, and buying better quality, is still a solid choice.

Here are some of our favourite current-season leather pieces from the high street for you to peruse for the cold weather ahead.

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Belted Laser Cut Leather Jacket, €349 from & Other Stories

 

Leather blouse, €219 from H&M

 

Leather dress, €99.95 from Zara

 

Squared toe leather ankle boots, €79.99 from Mango

 

Leather Camisole, €149 from & Other Stories

 

Leather pencil skirt, €159 from H&M

 

Fringed leather overshirt, €149 from Zara

 

Belt leather jacket, €239.99 from Mango

 

Paperbag Waist Leather Trousers, €299 from & Other Stories

 

Voluminous leather shirt, €219 from H&M

 

Leather shirt dress, €179 from Zara

 

Wrap leather jacket, €239.99 from Mango


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