If you’re shopping for a special Christmas gift for a woman in your life, look no further. Among all the timeless fashion staples out there, these leather pieces cover all the bases.
For any fashion lover this Christmas, leather is the gold standard. Timeless, warm and always luxe, these gifts are guaranteed to win you brownie points no matter who the giftee is. But granted, these are splurge pieces – so if you’re looking for smaller fashion gift ideas, head to my accessories edit. [add link]
Crucially, and as always, I’ve endeavoured to feature items from brands that prioritise leather traceability, source from Leather Working Group-certified tanneries and offer a transparent approach with raw materials in general. Read on for my curation of the best leather fashion gifts to shop this year…
Samsøe Samsøe Sanula Bomber Jacket, £500
Bombers might be seriously trending right now, but they’re also an enduring classic for a reason. This beautifully-made jacket is made in supple, textured leather from LWG-certified suppliers – and would make a hero addition to any wardrobe.
Ugg Classic Ultra Mini Leather Regenerate Boots, £165
Ugg’s mini boots are still proving popular thanks to a recent renaissance, but these leather versions are much sturdier and more appropriate for winter’s inevitable wet weather. As part of the brand’s ‘Regenerate by Ugg’ collection, the ultra-smooth leather is sourced from regenerative farms and Leather Working Group-approved tanneries.
Whistles Black Leather Barrel Leg Trousers, £445
A good pair of leather trousers is a sometimes-overlooked staple, but you can’t ignore their functionality (or their versatility, for that matter). The ideal multi-tasker for party season and beyond, 2025’s iterations favour straight or barrel leg silhouettes – this Whistles pair can easily be dressed up or down. The brand is a member of the Leather Working Group.
Essen Foundation Flats, £225
You can’t argue with fashion’s favourite ballet flats – these made-to-order slippers have been deemed the comfiest by industry editors, even without compromising on that sleek, almond-toe silhouette. Each pair of shoes has a ‘product passport’, meaning you can track where each element was supplied and manufactured. The brand uses only chrome-free, LWG-certified leather, too.
Arma Helen Cropped Suede Jacket, £550
I’m excited about Arma, the Dutch fashion brand that has just dropped on Net-A-Porter. With its own manufacturing facility in Turkey, it’s (mostly) in control of its own processes – while all leather suppliers are Leather Working Group approved. With a focus on modern staples, could this be the new Toteme? This cropped suede jacket has got ‘best-seller’ written all over it.
Cos Relaxed Top-Stitched Leather Shirt, £300
Ultra cool and a little unexpected, don’t overlook the leather shirt. This soft silhouette from Cos will easily dress up jeans in winter, and could work as an open, light jacket come spring. Cos only uses leather from Leather Working Group-certified tanneries.
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