Spring 2022: Mens Leather and Suede Style Guide
J.L. Rocha Collections
Spring 2022 Mens Leather and Suede Style Guide
Leather and Suede Jackets, Shoes, and Bags for Men
The transition from winter to spring can be an arduous challenge for the sartorial man: we face changing weather conditions, increasing temperatures, and a wide gamut of social events across both indoor and outdoor settings.
This post will focus on tips for how to wear, style, and incorporate leather and suede into your Mens style wardrobe for spring. We will be using our Nomad and Artist Collections as our inspirations - let’s begin:
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Leather and Suede Jackets for Spring
Practical style advice for the season:
We specifically chose the Nomad and Artist Collections because lambskin leather and suede jackets are ideal for spring temperatures.
Lambskin is optimal because the thickness of the skin along with the softness of touch that comes with our vegetable tanning process makes a jacket versatile enough to transition from indoors to outdoors without sacrificing comfort.
Here are a few recommendations to assist in maneuvering the temperature shifts:
When the season begins to warm suede and leather are perfect for days over 45 degrees. If you face colder weather, layering is a great way to add warmth.
When it comes to spring showers, choose a leather jacket as a more resistant option. Paired with a luxury umbrella to keep you covered, take extra care to not oversaturate your jacket with water. Luxury lambskin
For outdoor evening events, a suede jacket will elevate any look. Additionally, the texture and softness of lambskin suede will maintain warmth while delivering a luxe experience.
Our style recommendations:
Leather and Suede are perfect transition periods for the season of refreshment. We crafted our Rufino Moto Jacket in three color palates for clients with a wide range of styles. Individuals that want simplicity and timelessness, need look no further than our Rivera Bomber Jacket.
Here are some style recommendations when wearing these essential legacy pieces:
Still feeling the winter hues? Style your Rufino in Black in monotone or add a touch of nuance with dark blues and navy.
Elevate your Cocoa: Wearing dark browns with neutral earth tones and varying textures can elevate your Rufino in Cocoa for any occasion.
Classic can be casual: when days start to warm up and the sun becomes brighter, opt for maple suede like our Rivera Bomber Jacket with a crisp white or powdered blue.
Ready to decide on your spring style? See our selection of suede and leather jackets below.
Leather and Suede Travel Bags for Spring
Practical style advice for the season:
Spring is the season of natural wonders, when traveling it’s important to embrace new possibilities and timeless traditions. When considering springtime travel, we recommend both luxury and practicality.
Here are a few recommendations to assist in your luxury travel for the spring:
Avoid overpopulated “spring-break” destinations, and opt for more luxurious and understated nature retreats.
Keep your eye on natural wonders like the blooming of flowers in the Colorado Plateau, the migration of the Sandhill Cranes of Nebraska, or the awakening of the wetlands in Louisiana’s Barataria Preserve.
Still need to visit the office even on vacation? Our Artisan Backpack was designed to keep all your essentials in one place, just make sure your hotel or retreat has wifi.
Our style recommendations:
Our Nomad and Artist Travel pieces have been designed to accentuate any style. If your travel takes you far, wide, or simply to the office: we have the luxury legacy pieces you need to create a memorable experience.
Here are some style recommendations when enjoying our travel goods:
We recommend using our Sierra Negra Travel Bag when driving to a weekend getaway, paired with luxe loafers and our Rufino in Cocoa, they make a memorable drive.
Traveling by Air? Our Rumorosa Duffel Bag is designed to be malleable and durable for any sized overhead compartment. Pair it with our Rústico Monk Straps for a more refined look.
Need a backpack that can handle multiple environments, our Artisan Backpack in Black Leather has a pebble grain that will wear perfectly when paired with any experience.
Ready to decide on your spring style? See our selection of suede and leather travel goods below.
Leather and Suede Shoes for Spring
Practical style advice for the season:
Wind, rain, and sun are all common in the springtime, making the need for versatile luxury footwear immense. When considering your Mens dress shoes for springtime we recommend opening up your options to refresh your style.
Here are a few recommendations to assist in your versatility in spring:
When deciding on practicality: Our Elegante Lace Up was designed to provide a classic style with a versatile shoe that works for the office or a day on the town.
Facing a spring heatwave? The Cinnamon Suede Tasseled Loafer is a casual way to refresh any outfit with crisp details. Wear them with your no-show socks and muted dress pants to make them stand out.
Outdoor events should be elevated: Enjoy the concussion of polo season, or the start of outdoor brunch with our Cocoa Suede Penny Loafer. Worn with Jeans or a Suit, these loafers have the elevated look that you need.
Our style recommendations:
In designing our Luxury Loafers, Lace-Ups, and Monks we believe in both practicality and style. Across our options, the Nomad and Artist Collections are some of our most versatile options, allowing for both elegance and durability while providing details that stand out.
Here are some style recommendations to style our luxury footwear:
Luxury suiting combines perfectly with spring styles: Gray, Khaki, Navy, and Olive are exceptional spring time colors that pair with both our Rustico and Elegante Artist Collection Leather Shoes.
Denim, Cotton, and Silk pair perfectly with the luxe textures of our Nomad Collection Loafers, both understated and detail oriented - these options will elevate both casual and formal outfits with. exceptional detailing.
Want to make your colors pop? Opt out of bold patterns and create consistent color schemes with powdered blues, sage greens, and other pastels to introduce a bit of color outside of our earth tones into your spring wardrobe.
Ready to decide on your spring style? See our selection of suede and leather men’s footwear below.
Closing Notes
Let this spring rejuvenate your life and influence your style. New opportunities and new growth comes each year, but timeless ideals and traditions remain strong. We believe in combining the youthful concepts of self expression with classic ideas of menswear to create elevated, understated, and detail oriented looks. We hope you enjoyed our 2022 Spring Style Guide, and would love to see how you style your J.L. Rocha, so tag us and let us know on social media so we can share your style with our community.
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