Does anyone own one of the neoprene backed jackets and can post pics of how it looks broken in?
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Hi all,
Hoping you can help me out with your expertise: I'm looking to invest in my first RO biker jacket, and need a little help narrowing down my options. I live in Texas and it doesn't get too cold here, and there isn't a store near me that carries RO. I called the NY store, and actually felt more confused with all the leather options.
Would appreciate your thoughts on which jacket/leather type you would recommend.
Thanks!!!
Hi all,
Hoping you can help me out with your expertise: I'm looking to invest in my first RO biker jacket, and need a little help narrowing down my options. I live in Texas and it doesn't get too cold here, and there isn't a store near me that carries RO. I called the NY store, and actually felt more confused with all the leather options.
Would appreciate your thoughts on which jacket/leather type you would recommend.
Thanks!!!
A blistered jacket is usually lighter weight/thinner jacket. I loved it for fall & winter in sf area of California. Not too heavy.
I ditto the comments on the previous post. Stick to jackets that are from the Spring Summer collections (have you looked at MyHabit? Nice $ and nice return policy since you are not near a RO boutique) and yes, blistered leathers are USUALLY lighter. Theres no slam dunk route to take as his leathers vary season to season.
IMPORTANT to keep in mind that his blistered leather jackets feel a lot like paper/fabric and NOT leather. At first, I was put off by this, but soon came to realize that the lightness and drape that I was looking for was more of a priority. So, blistered leathers came into my world. IF you are looking for a leather that is really lightweight and NOT blistered, that is even MORE of a challenge. Good luck.
As an example, heres a blistered that is on the site - notice how it drapes. Oh, and the blistered leathers can also look irregular, as it shows the skin of the leather:
http://www.myhabit.com/#page=d&dept...x=18&discovery=search&ref=qd_designer_sr_1_18
in black:
http://www.myhabit.com/#page=d&dept...sindex=23&discovery=search&ref=qd_all_sr_1_23
Also in non blistered leather:
http://www.myhabit.com/#page=d&dept...8&sindex=5&discovery=search&ref=qd_all_sr_1_5
AND, after re-reading your post, I suggest that if you can, order several jackets in different styles to get a better idea of what style you prefer. The classic biker jackets are very narrow in the arms relative to other cuts. There are people who order this style that are not interested in zipping up the jacket. Body styles come into place as well. IF you have a bust, the classic style seems to be a boob smasher for many. If you are curvy, some of us really like the princess cut. GRRRR, I know - so confusing. Since this is an investment piece, youll have to do some work.
Good luck.
Wow, thank you!!!
I've done a lot of reading and 'research' but it definitely doesn't compare to your experience! Went ahead and ordered in different styles and sizes from my habit - thanks also for the links - to see what works. I've been waiting a really long time to pull the trigger on one of these, so very much appreciate you weighing in 😀
Welcome back! What's the new job?
I agree, it just seems like the same things come out season after season with only a handful of really new and unique pieces. It's disappointing.
Having said that I'm considering this jacket... Do any of you have experience with the feather down pieces? It looks pretty warm and cozy but it'd be good to hear that it's warm and cozy in real life. I want something really toasty.
http://api.shopstyle.com/action/apiVisitRetailer?id=483276284&pid=iOS_app_v3
I was wondering if it's truly possible to survive a new york winter with only rick owens stuff. What do you guys think?
I was wondering if it's truly possible to survive a new york winter with only rick owens stuff. What do you guys think?
True. But he doesn't really have any of those super heavy polar vortex ready coats. And his layering pieces are all pretty thin.
I was wondering if it's truly possible to survive a new york winter with only rick owens stuff. What do you guys think?
Keep in mind you asked about surviving, not about being comfortable and not freezing!![]()