What makes the Mens Black Leather Varsity Jacket different from a traditional varsity jacket?

Unlike traditional collegiate styles, this jacket strips away letters, patches, and contrast stripes for a grown-up, adaptable look. It features a fully tonal black design, including the snaps and trim, making it versatile enough to pair with wool trousers or a crisp knit polo rather than just athletic wear.

What kind of leather is used and how does it feel?

The jacket is crafted from genuine sheep/lambskin leather throughout. This material is naturally supple, providing a smooth matte finish and a flexible feel that allows for easy movement, especially with the addition of raglan sleeves.

How should I choose the right size for this jacket?

To ensure the best fit, please make sure your selected size matches your actual body measurements rather than relying solely on your usual jacket size. We offer a wide range of options from 2XS to 5XL to accommodate different builds.

Is this jacket suitable for cold weather?

This jacket features a black quilted satin lining with light insulation, making it particularly useful for keeping you warm during cool transitional weather.

How do I properly care for my sheep leather varsity jacket?

To maintain the jacket, store it on a broad hanger and be careful not to crush the rib-knit collar, cuffs, and waistband. If the jacket gets wet, allow any moisture to dry naturally before putting it away.

What makes the Mens Black Leather Varsity Jacket different from a traditional varsity jacket?

Unlike traditional collegiate styles, this jacket strips away letters, patches, and contrast stripes for a grown-up, adaptable look. It features a fully tonal black design, including the snaps and trim, making it versatile enough to pair with wool trousers or a crisp knit polo rather than just athletic wear.

What kind of leather is used and how does it feel?

The jacket is crafted from genuine sheep/lambskin leather throughout. This material is naturally supple, providing a smooth matte finish and a flexible feel that allows for easy movement, especially with the addition of raglan sleeves.

How should I choose the right size for this jacket?

To ensure the best fit, please make sure your selected size matches your actual body measurements rather than relying solely on your usual jacket size. We offer a wide range of options from 2XS to 5XL to accommodate different builds.

Is this jacket suitable for cold weather?

This jacket features a black quilted satin lining with light insulation, making it particularly useful for keeping you warm during cool transitional weather.

How do I properly care for my sheep leather varsity jacket?

To maintain the jacket, store it on a broad hanger and be careful not to crush the rib-knit collar, cuffs, and waistband. If the jacket gets wet, allow any moisture to dry naturally before putting it away.

mens black leather varsity jacket | Sheep Leather

Mens black leather varsity jacket with tonal rib-knit trim

The mens black leather varsity jacket strips the collegiate silhouette back to its strongest elements: a compact waist-length shape, flexible genuine sheep leather, and comfortable rib-knit edges. Everything stays black, including the snaps and trim, so the jacket feels grown-up and adaptable rather than costume-like. There are no letters, patches, contrast stripes, or embroidered logos.

Comfort without visual clutter

Smooth matte sheep leather forms both the body and raglan sleeves, giving the shoulders a natural line and easy movement. Black rib knit finishes the collar, cuffs, and waistband, helping retain warmth and keeping the short silhouette close to the body. A matte-black snap front makes layering simple, while two angled leather-trimmed welt pockets sit cleanly at the sides.

Genuine black sheep/lambskin leather throughout
Regular fit with a classic waist-length varsity shape
Raglan sleeves for comfortable shoulder movement
Tonal black rib-knit collar, cuffs, and waistband
Matte-black snap front
Two angled leather-trimmed welt pockets
Black quilted satin lining with light insulation

Easy, modern styling

Pair the jacket with a gray tee and straight black trousers for a clean monochrome base, or use it to sharpen blue jeans and sneakers. The light insulation makes it particularly useful during cool transitional weather. Compare more men’s leather jackets, shop genuine-leather pieces at The Bougees, or contact us if you want help choosing your size.

Fit note: Please make sure the selected size matches your actual body measurements and not only your usual jacket size.

The fully tonal design also makes the piece easier to dress beyond athletic styling, especially with wool trousers, leather boots, or a crisp knit polo.

Sheep leather is naturally supple and may show small grain variations. Store the jacket on a broad hanger, avoid crushing the rib knit, and let any moisture dry naturally before putting it away. For background on standards and certification programs within the global leather supply chain, see the Leather Working Group.