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Leather jackets are a definite investment of your money, and you go into purchasing one thinking it will last a lifetime. They definitely will if you take care of your jacket properly, especially in the winter when you have to deal with snow, sleet, and sludge. While you think that taking care of your leather jacket is complicated, it really doesn’t have to be. Follow the best practices below and learn how to make your leather jacket work throughout the winter!

Caring For Your Leather Jacket In The Wintertime

What is the first thing you think about when you hear the word “winter”? Well, some of you might think “cold” but others are probably thinking about “snow”. And what is snow? Wet. So, when it comes to your leather jacket, we need to protect it from the snow. Make your leather jacket water resistant. There are products out there that say they are a leather protector, or are great for leather waterproofing, but make sure you read the label on your jacket before you purchase or worse, use, a product like this. Silicone polymer sprays or acrylic copolymer sprays will preserve the shine and appearance of your jacket. There are grease- and wax-based products that deem more protective, but do not use them on your leather jacket because they can have an effect on the shine, smell, longevity, and color of your jacket.

How often should you apply product to keep your jacket water resistant? At least once every several weeks or months, especially dependent on the amount of rain or snow that your jacket has been exposed to. Check your product to be absolutely sure, and follow instructions appropriately.

To restore the leather and to prevent dryness and cracking throughout the frigid, cold months, apply a leather conditioner. Only apply this though when your leather jacket starts to feel dry or stiff, as these products have a lot of oil which can clog the pores and affect the color of the leather.

If you notice that your jacket has lost it’s shine, you can polish a smooth leather jacket on very rare, special occasions. There is leather polish out there that you can buy that will bring a shine to your jacket, but it can also discolor, dry out, or clog the leather surface. Test it out on a small area before you proceed with the entire jacket.

Finally, when it snows in Denver and the temperature is below freezing, we can get a lot of ice. Which means that roads and walkways become salted, and in turn, we can potentially get that icy sludge on our leather jackets, which isn’t good. You’ll notice these white salt deposits on your jacket but don’t worry! You can wipe the salt off with a damp cloth right away, which will in turn avoid the possibility of your leather cracking or getting dry spots.

You can find other tips for Denver leather repair, here.

When it comes to caring for your leather jacket in the winter, Jonval Leathers and Furs can help. Learn more about our alterations, repairs, and cleaning. When you’re ready to get started, we can help! Contact us today!

Getting your leather jacket to fit like a glove is essential for styling, and well, practicality. While you should purchase or order your jacket in your size, sometimes life happens and you just need to update the sizing such as around the waist or the length of the arms. Investing in a leather jacket is not cheap, especially if you want it to last and look amazing on your body type. Regardless of the style of your leather jacket, whether it be bomber, motorcycle, blazer, etc., it’s important that it fits like it should.

First, Find An Expert

Leather is known to be a thick and durable piece of fabric which requires specially trained tailors to work on. Not all tailors can work on leather jackets, as they need certain techniques and tools. At Jonval, we offer several different services including alterations, zipper replacements, relining, fur repairs, and more. If you have a jacket with fur, we even have a Master furrier on the site to help you with your fur service needs. Additionally, we have customers all over the United States. No matter where you live, we can service your leathers, shearlings, and furs. Just contact us today for shipping details!

Alterations That Help With Sizing

One of the first things to do when you need help with a sizing alteration is to take in the waist. If you simply purchase a jacket right off the rack, the probability that it will fit like a glove is pretty nil. If you can only do one alteration, taking in the waist can truly transform your jacket into a streamlined look.

Second, you can adjust the shoulders. Have you ever put on a jacket and immediately noticed how boxy it made you look? That’s because of the width of the shoulders not matching up to your own body type. Adjusting the shoulders can be a more involved process, but it is ultimately worth it if you feel like you’re drowning in your own leather jacket.

Is your jacket making you feel like you have tiny arms? Shorten the sleeves! You need to use your hands, after all. Have your tailor shorten the sleeves but remember to add in some extra space for creasing of the elbows. Over time leather ages and starts to bunch up, so keep that in mind when determining length.

Depending on what style you’re going for determines how long your jacket should be. But, for sizing, if your jacket is fitting more like a dress, it’s time to shorten the length. Remember, shortening a jacket only affects where the hem is at. Other things like pockets, zippers, and details can’t be moved around. If you want more advice, you can read additional tips on how to buy a leather jacket.

Are you in need of having a leather jacket that properly fits? Bring your jacket (new or old) into Jonval Leather & Furs right here in Denver, Colorado so we can help. Even if you’re not local, you can still ship your jacket to us and let us do the work. Contact us today for any questions you may have, including price estimates!

If you’ve been in the market for a new leather jacket, you may have looked at dozens and dozens of jackets, but haven’t been successful in finding THE jacket for you. If you’re in this situation, it may be time to consider a custom leather jacket option. A custom jacket allows you to design the jacket for you, and takes into consideration your measurements so the fit and look will be perfect. Additionally, you can choose whatever style you’re wanting to go with, whether that’s a classic look, or a motorcycle jacket.

The custom leather jacket process does take longer than walking up into a store and purchasing a premade one, however, the end result will be absolutely stunning and look immaculate on your body. It’s worth the wait!

The Process Of A Custom Leather Jacket

At Jonval, we actually do make our own line of in house manufactured leather and shearling coats and jackets. We take the old school approach which ends up with a very cool and unique result.

To start your own jacket, we’ll need to get your measurements and your ideas on what you would like your custom jacket to look like. At Jonval’s, we have virtually hundreds of leather samples to choose from in every color imaginable. Literally, the only limitation is your imagination.

After we get your measurements and a jacket style, we’ll start assembling your dream custom jacket. First, the sides are stitched to the back, the sleeves are stitched together, and then placed to the armholes. We finish the jacket by attaching finishing pieces like collars, cuffs, buttonholes, zippers, and buttons. Pockets are attached either now, or later, depending on the overall design of the jacket. If you request a lining, that will be sewn into each jacket piece before it gets sewn on.

After the pieces are all attached, your jacket will be molded and pressed to give your jacket it’s shape, whether you want a blazer-styled jacket, or bomber jacket. Steam and pressure are used in special presses to create your jacket’s style. If your jacket will have a collar or cuffs, curved blocks will be placed under them and then have heat applied to give them their shape. The blocks will be removed afterwards.

Once your jacket is sewn, shaped, and pressed, we’ll inspect every inch before it leaves the design floor and ensure it’s exactly what you ordered!

This entire process from ordering and designing your jacket to finally picking it up can range in timeline, but usually takes two to three weeks. Remember, can be a pricey investment so if you want to look your best, order a custom jacket! Curious about the entire leather jacket process? Read more here.

At Jonval, we make all of our custom leather jackets by hand right here in our Denver shop. We have so many options that the possibilities are endless. There are so many different types of leather for your custom leather garments. Contact us today for your custom jacket!

Fur coats in Denver can be worn for decades if they are kept in good condition. But, if the coat is not stored or taken care of properly, the fur may start to shed much earlier than expected. How can you keep this from happening? Follow these tips to prevent shedding:

Avoid Friction

Fur may start to shed if it constantly rubs up against something. For example, if you wear a purse on your shoulder, the friction from the strap rubbing against the fur could cause shedding. Sitting down while wearing the fur coat will create friction between the coat and the chair, which will also lead to shedding.

Friction should be even be avoided when you’re not wearing the fur. This means making sure that the fur coat does not rub up against anything when it is hanging in your closet. Learn how to make a fur coat stop shedding.

Don’t Use Sprays

The chemicals found in hairsprays, perfumes, and body sprays can be damaging to fur coats. Many of the chemicals can cause the fur to dry out and become brittle, which means it is will shed very quickly. To prevent this problem, avoid using any of these products when you are wearing your fur coat. If you have to use one of these products, take the fur coat off before spraying the product. Then, wait a few moments before putting the fur coat back on.

Keep It Dry

It’s best to keep fur dry at all times, so try to avoid wearing a fur coat if it looks like it’s going to rain or snow outside. But, the weather can be unpredictable, so you may find yourself stuck in a storm wearing your fur coat. If the coat happens to get wet, don’t panic. Gently shake any water off of it and hang it up so that it can air dry. Do not ever use a hair dryer or any other source of heat to dry the coat quickly. Heat exposure will damage the fur and lead to irreversible shedding.

Trust the Professionals

Fur coats should not be thrown in a washing machine or taken to a dry cleaner when they need to be cleaned. Why? Being tossed around in a washing machine or exposed to harsh chemicals at the dry cleaner could damage the fur and cause shedding. For this reason, it’s best to bring the coat into a professional that solely works with fur. A professional will be able to gently clean the fur by hand. This will remove all of the dirt, chemicals, and dust on the coat without damaging the fur, so you don’t have to worry about shedding.

For more advice on how to take care of your fur coats, talk to the experts. Jonval is known as the go-to store for leather, fur, and shearling. Browse our eclectic collection of genuine furs and leathers or stop by to have one of your fur or leather pieces cleaned, stored, or repaired. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

We all know that a black leather jacket, will never, ever go out of style, and black leather jackets provide a multtiude of outfit options so you can wear it with whatever style you’re going with! A staple that should be in every person’s closet, a black leather jacket can transform you style from soft and feminine to hard and edgy. Keep reading to see how to wear a leather jacket and be a fashionista from your premier Denver leather store!

1. Pair It With A Skirt

Who says a leather jacket can’t work with a feminine outfit? Pair your black leather jacket with a skirt that stands out from your classic jacket. You can go with a printed skirt, or get one that really packs a punch of color. This combination will add a touch of edgyness to your style!

2. Wear It to Work!

You can really have a “let’s make it work” moment by pairing your business casual apparel and pairing it with you black leather jacket. Make sure that this look will be appropriate for your office environment, but even pairing a lightweight and slim cut jacket can be a nice replacement for a traditional blazer. You can also pair your jacket with trousers, pumps, button-down shirts, and even pencil skirts!

3. Dress Down Your Dress Up

A black leather jacket with formal attire? Yes! If you need a wrap or a sweater to cover up for a formal engagement, or if the weather gets a bit chilly, throw on your black leather jacket! The jacket provides a contrast in shape, texture, and color to a formal gown so it’s unexpected but is also simply stylish.

4. Athleisure At It’s Finest

Athleisure popularity is at an all time high because of the cozy comfort it offers, as well as being moveable for exercising. You’ll find people doing errands in athleisure in the store or out to brunch. If you’re one of these people, and if you need to throw on an extra layer because of the temperature, throw on a black leather jacket! Your jacket will add a touch of class and style to your already low-key look.

5. Throw Some Fur On It

Whether you go for real fur or not, adding fur to your classic black leather jacket definitely ups the level of style. A fur-lined collar on a classic jacket adds texture to your sleek jacket and gives it some serious cozy appeal. If you don’t want fur on your actual jacket, you can always layer with a fun fur vest! Try layering the fur vest over your jacket for a fun, expected twist.

While we only list five, there are so many ways to wear your classic black leather jacket. If you’re on the lookout for a new one, be sure to browse our product selection. If you have questions on black leather jackets or need some help finding one, talk to the experts! Jonval is known as the go-to store in Denver for leather, fur, and shearling. Contact us today to learn more about our services!