Since gaining popularity in the 50s, the leather jacket has become an iconic style staple that has seen several fashion evolutions. Ever since Sandy rocked the leather jacket in Grease and Madonna revitalised the look during the 80s, women's leather jackets have become a must-have piece of fashion. This season, women's leather jackets continue to be a source of inspiration for designers, from the classic heavy rocker styles adorned with studs and buckles to more demure and sophisticated options that centre on form-fitting silhouettes and clean matte finishes. This season's interpretations of the look feature throwback 50s styles with heavily embellished details as well as options driven by bright colours and asymmetric lines for more of a modern twist.

Give your outfit a modern edge with women's leather jackets

Embodying all things wild, rough and robust, women's leather jackets are a classic and effective way of giving your look a hard edge - the perfect way to offset a feminine dress or a tailored outfit. With the trend for mixing and matching contrasting pieces continuing to dominate the catwalk, this collection of women's leather jackets makes it easy to channel a rock-chick vibe no matter what your outfit. Loose boxy styles with studs and embellishments have been seen on celebrities on both sides of the pond, while more demure, fitted options with a minimalistic aesthetic offer more versatility.