One day I would love to get a buttery soft leather jacket that costs hundreds of dollars, looks instantly, classically "worn" and is tailor-made for me.   But right now that is not going to happen.  For example, the first pictured brown leather beauty found at Urban Outfitters.  I love buckles on the cuffs, waist and neck so that I could adjust the fit, I love the small square pockets on the bust and sleeves and I love the rich chocolate coloring that is sure to go with most pieces in my wardrobe for years and years to come.  But I still can’t justify the $340 price tag.  

The second pictured bomber from Forever 21 is more my speed at this monetary moment in time.  I love the zipper details all over this jacket - from the top faux pockets to the functional side pockets to the back of the sleeves.  It’s cropped, adding instant cool to flowery dresses and t-shirt/jeans alike.  And at $37.50, I can definitely afford it.  

If I’m feeling a little more generous with my wallet I can always jump for the grey-colored bomber pictured last.  At $128 its still a little high for my budget, especially because it’s polyurethane.  But the look of the collar and the waist of this jacket, along with the snap buttons and stitching details, are making me want to spend a little more.

What about you?  Do you have a leather jacket you love?  Faux or real?  Do you have shopping suggestions?  Do tell!