13 Ways to Wear Leather & Feel Gorgeous (PHOTOS)

Think leather is only for the wild crowd? Think again. If you're more the prim and proper type, dip your baby pink–pedicured toe into the world of leather with a pleated skirt. Hot and sophisticated. 

Check out: Faux-Leather Midi Skirt ($44.97, thelimited.com); Faux-Leather Pleated Mini Skirt ($128, jcrew.com)

If you only plan on buying one leather item this fall -- because, you know, you don't want your closet to look like an S&M dungeon -- make it leggings. Real or faux "leather" leggings can be worn casually with a vintage T for a cool rocker vibe, or look sexy and sleek with heels and a blazer.

Check out: High Rise Liquid Leggings ($14.99, charlotterusse.com); Faux Leather Leggings ($98, anntaylor.com)

Turn heads at the next wedding you're invited to in a leather maxi dress -- or gown, as some may call it. You won't go unnoticed, and you definitely won't have to worry about someone else having the same dress. 

Check out: Alice + Olivia Maxi Dress ($145, therealreal.com); Alberto Makali Faux-Leather Cap Sleeve Gown ($1,100, saksfifthavenue.com)

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You don't need to own a Harley to rock a leather biker jacket. In fact, the cropped biker jacket is kind of the new black cardigan. However, unlike the black cardigan -- which, let's face it, made you look like you were working your shift in the mall at Aldo -- a biker jacket adds edge to your look and gives you instant cool points. 

Check out: Biker Jacket ($59.95, hm.com); Members Only Pebbled Vegan Leather Jacket ($159, urbanoutfitters.com)

Take "jeans and a shirt" to a cool, new level with a leather shell top. You look current and pulled together ... but you'll still be comfy in a rendition of your favorite. 

Check out: Black Leather Hollow Out Crop Top ($22, pinkqueen.com); Jay Godfrey Peplum Leather Top ($80, lyst.com)

When you think of leather, you typically think of black, no? Don't! Leather is far more versatile than biker black. If you want to branch out, but red and purple leathers seem too '80s for you, go for cognacs, tans, and browns. 

Check out: Jou Jou Faux Leather Moto Jacket ($49.99, macys.com); BB DAKOTA Redding Leather Moto Jacket ($350, bloomingdales.com)

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Leather mini skirts are a classic for a reason: They're hot. Whether you pair a leather -- or pleather -- mini skirt with a sweater for a polished look or with a plaid button-down for a rocker vibe, one thing is for certain: All eyes will be on you. 

Check out: Zipped Leather Skirt ($19.90, forever21.com); Downtown Vegan Leather Mini Skirt ($128, anthropologie.com)

Fun fact: Leather pants don't need to be skintight. Think out of the box with a pair of wide-leg leather trousers. You'll be comfy and look cool. 

Check out: Faux Leather Wide-Leg Pants ($25.90, yesstyle.com); MM6 by Maison Margiela Wide Leg Pants ($675, lagarconne.com)

Leather mini skirts don't always need to be pin straight and skintight. Go against the grain with a skirt that has a little -- or a lot of -- flare to it. They look cute with chunky knits or can juxtapose more fitted shirts perfectly. 

Check out: Beautiful Halo Plain Black Leather Mini Skirt ($25, beautifulhalo.com); Flared Leather Skirt ($155, factory.jcrew.com)

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Pastel leather, anyone? Leather can actually look quite bright, and dare we say, Springy on occasion. If you're simply not a dark clothes kinda gal, go for a pale pink or a light blue. Gorgeous.

Check out: Moto Buckle Vegan Leather Jacket in Light Pink ($25.99, drjays.com); Marc Bouwer Faux Leather Moto Jacket in Light Blue ($109, evine.com)

Few things are more '80s than fringed leather -- but so what! In 2015, it's still hot! Get in touch with the side of you that craves Def Leppard and Love's Baby Soft with something fringy.

Check out: Grace Elements Faux-Leather Fringed Skirt ($40, macys.com); Leather Fringe Skirt ($169, bostonproper.com)

If basic black just doesn't do it for you, go for this red carpet trend: red leather. Shrinking violets need not apply. (And minimal jewelry, please.)

Check out: Face Your Fierce Dress ($19.99, modcloth.com); Thalia Sodi Faux-Leather Illusion Peplum Dress ($89.50, macys.com)

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Leather is all the rage. Rompers are all the rage. Find yourself a leather romper and you've managed to secure the holy grail of all trends. Just don't ask how you go to the bathroom in one.

Check out: Sleeveless Leather Romper ($30, pinkqueen.com); Missguided Faux Leather Skort Romper ($72, shop.nordstrom.com)