It's the cult-classic fabric with the rebel attitude. It never dates; it's timeless and wears well on young and old. Match a soft biker jacket with trousers or a feminine floaty dress for a tough edgy feel. Give ladylike dressing a sexy twist with a leather skirt. Minis or midis rock this season. While leather trousers lend a laid-back effortless attitude to dressing in leather. Meanwhile, colour gives a modern take on wearing leather. Burgundy, grey, brown and metallics have invaded the usual jet-black staples of the past.

The beauty of wearing leather is the sophisticated silhouette it gives you, while the tactile material makes it a pleasure to wear with a subtle sexy impression.

The main thing to consider is the quality of the leather. Keep to the real thing that will give you years of style while the faux versions will look worn and distressed surprisingly quickly.