Nana Explains Her Year-Round Love For Leather
Nana Explains Her Year-Round Love For Leather
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Nana Explains Her Year-Round Love For Leather

Leather is a non-negotiable in Nana’s wardrobe – from investment buys to trend-led updates, SL’s fashion broadcaster and editor knows exactly how to make it feel modern yet timeless. Here, she runs us through some of her favourite ways to wear it…
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Photography: Tolu Coker; YSL; Victoria Beckham

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Leather is one of those fabrics I come back to season after season, regardless of the trends or temperature. It instantly elevates even the most understated outfit, adding depth, polish and a quiet sense of confidence. I love its versatility – layer it under coats and knits in winter or wear it with nothing more than a simple vest or crisp shirt when the weather warms up. Timeless yet directional, strong yet refined, it always feels relevant and once you invest in the right pieces, it becomes indispensable. 

T-Shirts

A leather t-shirt is one of those unexpected pieces I genuinely love. It has the ease of a classic tee but instantly feels more grown up, giving even the simplest outfit a sharper, more fashion-forward edge. Worn on its own or layered under tailoring, it’s an effortless way to make everyday dressing feel a little more interesting.

Trousers

Leather trousers are one of my wardrobe staples – especially when they’re in a standout colour or cut in a more directional shape such as a wide leg or barrel silhouette. I like to wear them with a vest, a slouchy knit or a crisp white shirt. 

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Skirts

A leather pencil skirt is my shortcut to looking sharp with minimal effort. It has that streamlined, confident feel to it, whether I’m pairing it with a soft knit, a crisp shirt or something even simpler on top. Timeless but never dull, it’s one of those pieces that always feels really considered and cool.

Jackets

This season, the focus for leather jackets has shifted away from heritage biker styles towards cleaner, more directional cuts, funnel necks, elongated lengths and waists that subtly pull in to create a more feminine shape. Think of it as a smarter, more modern take on leather outerwear. 

Bags

A leather bag is one of those investment pieces I wear almost daily. From oversized totes that fit my entire life to east-west styles that give a look more relevance, a great leather bag always feels worth it. Practical yet polished, it’s the finishing touch I come back to time and again.

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