Yes You Can Wear A Motorcycle Jacket

Do: The first thing you should pay attention to when shopping for a motorcycle-style jacket is the image it evokes. You want a style that is simple, with clean lines that emphasize its luxurious leather texture (whether its faux or real). Small accents here are there are okay, but they should add to the jackets expensive look, not take away from it.

Dont: You should disregard any jacket that has big studs or embellishments, lots of zippers or weird textures. These styles are for the younger set since they project an edgy, rocker-chic vibe. These details also tend to take away from the luxurious leather look youre going for.

Suggestions: Ann Taylor Petite Faux Leather Assymetrical Jacket ($178, anntaylor.com)

Sara Berman Classic Leather Biker Jacket ($320, theoutnet.com) (SHOWN)

Do: The cut of your moto jacket should be long and fitted. This is the most versatile option, and will look sleek and chic when paired with anything from a sheath dress to jeans to a pencil skirt. Youll quickly realize that a leather jacket in this style is the best alternative to a boring sweater.

Dont: Jackets that are cropped or baggy give off a youthful vibe that you might not feel like yourself in. Remember, youre not going for something that says, I really ride a motorcycle, or this is my boyfriends jacket, which is often what these styles suggest.

Suggestions: Avon Chic Leather Jacket in Womens ($139.99, shop.avon.com) (SHOWN)

Eileen Fisher Leather Biker Jacket ($598, eileenfisher.com)

Do: The color of your jacket is just as important as its quality. Black, brown or gray choices are your best bet, in that these colors look the most realistic if its faux leather, and go with everything in your closet. You cant go wrong in these colors.

Dont: Although there are great color options like red, military green, off-white and more, jackets in these shades are harder to match with the other pieces in your closet. Plus, they may scream, Im a fake! if theyre not made of real leather. Overall, the texture and fit of your moto jacket should be the elements that stand out you can leave the studs and cropped styles to your daughter!

Suggestions: Calvin Klein Belted Faux Leather Jacket ($149, calvinklein.com) (SHOWN)

Diane Von Furstenberg Rococco Leather Biker Jacket ($695, saksfifthavenue.com)