By In this week’s fashion spotlight, Maika Monroe turned heads in New York City by stepping out in patent sheep leather despite the sweltering summer heat. Monroe, known for her role in “Longlegs,” also wore a Courrèges leather sarong and matching bra at the LA premiere of the 1990s-inspired thriller.
Monroe isn’t the only one embracing leather this summer. Mia Goth appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” in a Versace leather corseted midi dress and wore a Ludovic de Saint Sernin halter-neck dress with a leather bralet at the “MaXXXine” premiere. Kate Hudson was seen in Manhattan’s Soho wearing lace-up leather pants, while Vick Hope sported a full burgundy leather outfit at Wimbledon. Rita Ora has been spotted in multiple leather ensembles in New York, promoting her new film “Descents: The Rise of Red.”
The trend of wearing leather in summer can be traced back to Bottega Veneta, which redefined the material with creative director Matthieu Blazy’s innovative designs. This shift has seen leather being used for items traditionally made from other fabrics, such as blue jeans and beach bags.
Pop stars have also influenced this trend. Dua Lipa wore a custom Chrome Hearts leather mini-dress at Glastonbury, while Rosalía donned high-shine leather pants at Coachella. Charli XCX frequently showcases her love for leather, often seen in scuffed-up YSL leather coats and biker jackets.
Leather has transitioned from a winter staple to a year-round fashion statement, proving that a leather jacket is no longer just for Christmas but for all seasons.
