mens suede jacket

Mens Suede Jackets in Real and Faux Suede

Suede is leather with the brushed side turned out, which gives it a soft nap and a matte finish that reads warmer and more relaxed than smooth leather. This collection covers both sides: real suede bombers and truckers with a deeper nap that softens with wear, and faux suede styles that keep the look in a lighter weight, ideal for Australian autumn, mild winters and cooler spring nights.

Mens Suede Jacket FAQs

What is the difference between a real suede and a faux suede jacket?

Real suede is the brushed underside of leather, with a deeper nap that softens and gains character over time. Faux suede is a microfibre fabric made to copy that look; it is lighter, costs less and needs less upkeep. Every product title on this page says whether the jacket is real or faux suede.

Is a suede jacket too warm for Australia?

Not for most of the year. Faux suede is light enough for spring evenings and autumn days, while the real suede bombers and truckers suit winter in cooler cities such as Melbourne and Canberra. Wear a tee underneath on mild days and add a knit when the temperature drops.

Can you wear a suede jacket in the rain?

Light showers are fine, but suede should never be soaked. Treat real suede with a suede protector spray before the first wear. If it gets wet, blot it, let it dry naturally out of direct sun, then brush the nap back up. Faux suede copes better with damp days.

How do you clean a mens suede jacket?

Brush the nap with a soft suede brush after wear, blot spills straight away with a dry cloth and lift scuffs with a suede eraser. Never soak real suede; use a specialist suede cleaner for deep stains. Faux suede can usually be spot cleaned with a damp cloth, but check the care label first. Full steps are in our suede jacket cleaning guide.

How should a mens suede jacket fit?

Bombers, Harringtons and cafe racers should sit close at the shoulder and stop at the belt line, with room for a T-shirt or fine knit underneath. Truckers and blazers have a straighter cut. Size up if you plan to layer a hoodie or chunky jumper. Take your measurements with our sizing guide and compare them with the size chart on each product page.

What do you wear with a suede jacket?

Brown, tan and camel suede pair naturally with dark denim, white tees, Oxford shirts and brown boots. Black suede works over a black tee and black jeans for evenings. Blazers dress up chinos for work, while bombers and truckers suit jeans and sneakers at the weekend.

Is a suede jacket better than a leather jacket?

Neither is better, they do different jobs. Suede is softer, more relaxed and dresses down easily, but it needs more care in wet weather. Smooth leather is tougher and shrugs off rain, which is why many men own one of each. Compare styles in our mens leather jackets collection.

Looking for more? Browse the full suede jackets collection for men and women.