Earlier this month I showcased some ‘High,Low, Sew’ red suiting looks. which could really work in any season depending on the fabric. Now that it is officially fall, my fashion mind is turning toward all things warm, including two more Fall 2023 trends: leather and long skirts. I’m seeing the leather trend play out in pants, shirts, dresses, skirts, and jackets available at every price point using authentic skins and synthetic fabrics that look as good as the real thing.
A circle skirt is one of the easiest things you can make, and that may be a good thing since I haven’t seen too many options for sale. What I have seen a TON of is leather, especially in pants and motorcycle jackets. I’m not going to lie: I am never going to attempt to make anything from skins, mainly due to my sewing machine’s ability to handle heavy work. I am planning on making a circle skirt though, using synthetic leather, since those fabrics are easily handled by any of my vintage sewing machines.
As for the jacket? I am a Moto momma all the way. I stole my first motorcycle jacket from my dad when I was a young teen and never gave it back. It took me 10 years to wear that jacket out before moving on to two other much-beloved versions I also wore for decades. Sadly, I’ve outgrown both over time, so lucky for me I can buy, or make, a replacement this fall. Now I just need to find the perfect pair of rock-and-roll boots to wear with both and I am set!
The Grey Goddess 