Though designed for pilots to keep them warm in the cockpits, the leather bomber is now adding to the style quotient of men and women alike.
The invention of the leather bombers could be traced back to the World War I which started in 1914. The cockpits of the planes were not that technologically advanced and so to brave the chilly weather conditions, leather bombers were designed. Soon the concept was picked up by the designers and the leather bombers created a rage worldwide. Traditionally available in black, brown and chocolate colors, the bombers are now available in plethora of colors and in varied patterns and styles.
The first to adorn this outfit after the pilots were the Hollywood celebrities and thus the journey to never look back started. Gone through many improvisations in design and look, the most popular today is the hook – on-hood style which is trendier and convenient to wear. You could take off the hood as and when you wish. Available in materials like suede, lamb, sheep skin, these leather bomber jackets add to the style and the comfort.
Though black is the most popular color but brown has seen increasing demand over the past few years thanks to the natural hue of the brown color. To add to the style quotient the pilot used to stitch up patches. This trend is still in vogue today and you would find these patches easily in the market. Such is the craze for bombers that they are now available for cooling you off in the scorching summers. Just pick up the one which has air vents and make a style quotient even on a hot summer afternoon. For bikers, the bombers come with belts which allow for proper fitting against the upper body. This really helps if you have to ride a bike during winters. But if you are looking for the one which could go all year round choose the one with a zip.
Another transition which the bombers have seen is that now they are much lighter than what they used to be during the World War I. It was more of a utility item then and today it is a lot about fashion. Also the colors in which these bombers are now available is numerous. Earlier available only in black and brown, they now come in vibrant colors like red, green, purple, blue, sea green, etc. For men the color options come in maroon, royal purple and olive green. But yes it is necessary that whenever you pick such colors mix them with appropriate accessories and styling which creates that perfect everlasting look. So why is this really cool and stunning attire missing from your wardrobe? Go get one for you.
