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 mens suede jacket collection covers both sides: real suede bombers, truckers and a cafe racer with a deeper nap that softens with wear, and suede jackets for men that keep the look while staying light and low-maintenance. Not sure which to pick? Our faux suede vs real suede guide explains the difference.

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.

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.

Can you wear a suede jacket in the rain?

Light drizzle is 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 away from direct heat, then brush the nap back up. Faux suede handles damp days better, which makes it the easier everyday pick.

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 sweater. 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 and a knit for the office, 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 or read our suede guides for care and styling tips.