The new classics

So I'm going to make a bold statement... dare I say (so actually it's hardly "bold"..) that there are certain items we've been wearing for the past couple of years that have become such a staple part of our wardrobe, we can now call them classics. 

The two that spring to mind are trainers and biker jackets.  We should probably clarify what I actually mean by a classic.  

Hmmmm.

Which would entail me having to dig deep and come up with something complex which I'm not sure I have the brain power to do at the minute.  So how about we just say that these are things that no one would bat an eyelid if you wore.  They can be worn by any age and, I would say, are a necessity in a wardrobe.  The flat shoe of choice for most people and a jacket which is interchangeable for a blazer for the majority of outfits. 

I'm not saying that you could get away with wearing these in a corporate environment but for every casual outfit and even for out in the evening, the biker has fast become the jacket of choice for so many of us.

I can't remember the last time I did a biker jacket blog so I'm going in.  Now there is a variation on the theme this year with an oversized version.  Moving into aviator territory which I will explore another day but for today - I'm looking at the classic that is the fitted, snugger version.  

It doesn't have to be black, it doesn't have to leather.  

Although I will say that they are my favourites and I have a new one to report back on - it being tried and tested.  If you do follow me on Instagram you will see that I've recently been in an online campaign for Ted Baker.  Where I had to choose outfits from their Winter collections - and lo and behold, couldn't resist the leather biker. 

But you already have leather bikers, I hear you cry... 

Well yes, I do.  But they're all a bit different and all do different jobs.  This one, for example is longer and more fitted.  Whilst still being of buttery soft leather so not a more structured biker (which is also a great option and a superb alternative if only because they're warmer!).

Best example I can give is from a pic.  Longerline than my hush bikers - it fits over the hips and sits neatly into your back, whereas the Onyx from hush is more of a cropped and loose version. 

Lizia Leather Biker Jacket £325




Onyx Biker Jacket in Black from hush £295



If you are looking for a more structured jacket, the Jigsaw Premium jacket is superb.  £400




Faux Leather with a slight difference from Topshop 

Quilted faux leather biker from Topshop £49




Another one which looks amazing from Topshop. 

Washed PU Biker Jacket £55



Studded Biker Jacket in Black from Topshop £69


And other colours now.  The Onyx which they also do in a grey.  This is the perfect option for those who feel that black is too harsh.  The grey is easily as versatile but a much softer shade to suit all skin tones and go with all neutrals. 

Onyx Leather Jacket in Grey from hush £295



Then there are the green options.. 

Marlowe Leather Jacket in Forest from hush £349



Leather Biker Jacket in Green from Mango £119.99




Emerald faux leather at Mango £49.99



Or how about a lilac?  Pinky purple?  Again from Mango £119.99




Or the tan version - again £119.99



Navy faux leather at M&S £49.50



Or in the berry again £49.50 from M&S




Yesterday and today, I have managed to do three biker outfits.  Which, to be frank, isn't very difficult as I reckon I wear one three days in the week.  They are just simply, the easiest, most versatile jackets to sling on for either casual or smart.