Review: Andrew Marc
If there’s one thing that gets me excited about fall, it’s the chance to finally wear leather again. There’s nothing better than the perfect leather jacket: it goes with everything, and begs to be layered with chic scarves and sweaters.
My go-to brand for leather jackets, and any type of outerwear, is Andrew Marc. Based in NYC, Andrew Marc has been known for their high-end men’s and women’s outerwear for over 30 years. The quality is amazing – these pieces will hang in your closet for years – and the styling is also on point.
The women’s fall 2014 collection was inspired by a mix of tough luxe and the urban jungle, embracing the fact that there are numerous parallels between an urban, cosmopolitan world and the chaos of nature. From original biker jackets to parkas, there are plenty of outerwear options to choose from.
The Nicola leather jacket
One of my favorite styles is The Nicola ($595), the ultimate classic leather perfecto jacket with asymmetrical zips, snap accents and luxe quilting. It instantly adds a cool girl vibe to any outfit, and easily becomes a closet staple.
The Jordyn jacket
Anoraks were huge on the runways at fashion week, and the Jordyn ($1295) style by Andrew Marc brings a luxurious twist to this utilitarian classic. The protective and functional outer layer means you can battle the elements, in style.
The Abbie jacket
Finding a flattering puffer coat for freezing winter days is always tough – no one wants to look bulky by adding material to the wrong areas. Andrew Marc’s Abbie coat ($248) solves this issue with a chic, cinched waist that’s slimming and details like a fur-trimmed hood and high neck that will keep you toasty warm.
The men’s collection features a similar theme, representing the struggle between man and nature and the conflict between man’s raw instincts and the constant evolution of technology in modern society. I love how many of the pieces manage to be both rugged and sleek.
The Garnett jacket – men’s collection
The bomber-style Garnett ($695) jacket is the perfect fall layer for men with a sophisticated yet urban look.
The Pierce Coat
For a man with a forward-thinking sense of fashion, the Pierce coat ($895) brings high style details to wool outerwear with leather accents, a mock hood and oversized pockets.
The Ivan Coat
Lastly, a pea coat is no-fail classic that will last forever in your wardrobe. An essential for more formal occasions, the Ivan ($695) by Andrew Marc is a wool and nylon blend with luxe leather trim.
Shop the Andrew Marc Fall 2014 collection online at www.andrewmarc.com.
