Men’s Leather Shirts

Choosing a men’s leather shirt

For a classic shirt look, compare snap-front styles with chest pockets and a shirt collar. Mandarin and banded collars offer a different neckline, while leather shirt jackets and overshirts provide options for layering over a T-shirt. Choose by the product’s construction and measurements rather than the style name alone.

Leather materials and lining

Materials vary by style: this collection includes lambskin, cowhide and goatskin options. The HL10403BLACK is listed as lightweight 2 oz lambskin; the LKM1600 uses 1.0–1.1 mm cowhide, and the Vigilante uses 0.7–0.8 mm cowhide. Compare the individual listing’s leather thickness and lining when choosing the feel and weight you prefer. Perforated panels and sleeve length also affect coverage and airflow.

How should a leather shirt fit?

Measure your chest and compare it with the size chart for the specific shirt. Check whether the chart shows body or garment measurements, and compare shoulder width, sleeve length and shirt length where provided. Try the shirt with your intended base layer: the front should close comfortably without pulling across the chest, and you should be able to reach forward without restriction. Follow any style-specific fit notes; sizing can differ between brands and designs.

For riding use, check the individual product’s stated armor and protective specifications. See our sizing and shopping FAQs, or browse men’s flannel, textile and denim shirts for fabric alternatives.