Rick Owens
Release Asymmetrical Zip Leather Jacket
This is a brown leather jacket by Rick Owens, designed in a biker-inspired silhouette with an asymmetrical full-length front zipper. It features a high stand collar, zipped hand pockets, and zippered cuffs, with a pebbled, slightly distressed leather finish. Made in Moldova, the jacket has a grained leather exterior, cupro lining, and a full-length zip with single button closure.
- Color
- Brown
- Material
- Luxurious supple grained leather with a cupro lining
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- biker, minimal, gothic, edgy, oversized
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Specifications
A subversive luxury leather jacket with raw minimalist aesthetics and biker-inspired silhouette.
Full-length zip with button closure, zipped hand pockets, supple grained leather with cupro lining.
- Color
- Brown · brown
- Material
- Luxurious supple grained leather with a cupro lining
- Secondary
- cotton
- Style
- biker, minimal, gothic, edgy, oversized
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- asymmetrical front zipper
- single button closure
- zipped hand pockets
- supple grained leather with patina
- cupro lining
- biker-inspired silhouette
- raw minimalist aesthetic
- monumental fit
- gothic-style monochromatic palette
- made in Moldova
Product Insights
The Release Asymmetrical Zip Leather Jacket by Rick Owens (5800 CAD, in stock) features an asymmetrical zip derived from the 1928 Perfecto, embodying rebellion and conceptual imbalance. The diagonal zip blocks wind, distributes tension for even patina, and creates a funnel-neck silhouette when fastened. Pre-aged full-grain calf leather burnishes at cuffs and collar over months. Cupro lining (Asahi Kasei Bemberg, used by Burberry and Armani since 1931) slides easily over knitwear, but the jacket has no insulation—designed for layering in mild weather. Moldovan craftsmanship with 100% calf leather, zipped cuffs, hip-length hem, and convertible collar allow shaping the silhouette from sleek to louche. The exaggerated design mocks authority figures through parody, embodying the collection's Temple of Love, Tower of Light prayer for protection. Yearly breathable waterproofing prevents moisture damage while preserving patina; wind protection is provided by chest overlap, high collar, and sealed cuffs.
Verified claims
- Zip history
- Asymmetrical zip originates from the 1928 Perfecto and is a recurring Owens motif of rebellion and conceptual imbalance.
- Zip function
- Diagonal zip blocks wind at the chest and distributes tension for even patina.
- Zip styling
- High neck and single-button closure create a funnel-neck silhouette when fastened.
- Patina
- Pre-aged supple grained leather burnishes at cuffs and collar over months.
- Lining
- Cupro lining is Asahi Kasei Bemberg, the cuprammonium rayon produced since 1931 and specified by houses such as Burberry and Armani.
- Silhouette
- Zipped cuffs, hip-length hem, and convertible collar let you shape the jacket's silhouette from sleek to louche.
- Layering
- Cupro lining slides easily over knitwear; jacket has no insulation — designed for layering.
- Construction quality
- 100% calf leather, an asymmetrical zip that distributes flex and blocks wind, and Moldovan craftsmanship.
- Design
- Asymmetric zip reinforces structure; contoured fit; adjustable neck and cuffs.
- Temperature
- No added insulation; best for layering or mild weather.
- Satirical intent
- Exaggerated silhouette mocks authority figures through parody.
- Philosophical meaning
- Jacket embodies the collection's Temple of Love, Tower of Light prayer for protection.
- Waterproofing
- Apply a breathable leather water protectant once a year to prevent moisture damage to the shell and cupro lining.
- Wind protection
- Provides wind protection via the diagonal chest overlap and high collar.
- Moisture management
- The cupro lining absorbs nearly 11% of its weight in moisture before feeling damp, keeping the interior dry against the skin when the leather blocks airflow.
- Craftsmanship origin
- Made in Moldova, the jacket carries a European craftsmanship story rather than the familiar Italian label, using a production region associated with precise tailoring.
Product record
- Title
- Release Asymmetrical Zip Leather Jacket
- Brand
- Rick Owens
- Price
- 5800 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 11 sourcesUses
Urban outerwear with a biker-inspired edge
Wear this Rick Owens leather jacket as a statement piece for city wear, with a bold biker-inspired silhouette in supple grained brown leather. A full-length asymmetrical zip with single button closure, high neck, zipped cuffs, and zipped hand pockets keep the minimalist design practical for everyday outings.[1,3]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Release Asymmetrical Zip Leather Jacket: Choose this if you want a brown, biker-inspired leather jacket with a raw minimalist look: it is cut from 100% calf leather that Simons describes as supple grained leather with a beautiful patina, shown with a pebbled, slightly distressed matte finish. It has an asymmetrical full-length metal zip with a single button closure, a high stand collar, vertical zippered hand pockets, zipped cuffs, a cupro-lined body with cotton pocket linings, and is made in Moldova. Note it is offered in Brown only, in sizes 40 REG and 42 REG, and the leather's supple, substantial feel is a reviewer impression rather than a stated specification.[2,3,4,5] | Dracucollar Shearling Leather Jacket: Choose this if you want a statement black jacket in lambskin leather with a sumptuous shearling lining, a thick shaggy collar that flares around the neck and shoulders, and polished metal hardware on a full-length central zipper. Its cropped, boxy bomber-style silhouette is finished with snug ribbed knit cuffs and a wide ribbed waistband (the cuffs are 93 percent virgin wool), plus a chest patch pocket and zipped side pockets. Note that it is a short, above-the-waist cut, and only regular sizes 40 REG and 42 REG are listed for this style.[6,7,8] | Brushed Ramie And Cotton Overshirt: Choose this if you want a long-sleeve, button-front overshirt made in Italy from the retailer's luxurious brushed ramie and cotton felt (73% ramie, 27% cotton, with 100% cotton inside pockets). It suits modern, minimalist-leaning wardrobes with its metal snap placket, two snap-flap chest pockets, slight high-low hem, and a straight, slightly relaxed cut in sizes 38 REG through 44 REG; the retailer describes the tone as dusty grey inspired by industrial minimalism, though saved image analysis shows the body reading as a uniform taupe-brown, so expect the color to be somewhat ambiguous.[9,10,11] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-leaning asymmetrical brown leather jacket with a high stand collar, visible central metal zipper offset to the wearer's left, vertical zippered hand pockets, long sleeves with a zip on the forearm/cuff area, and a pebbled/distressed leather finish.
- Overall silhouetteHip-length jacket worn closed with an asymmetrical central front zip that runs from the lower hem up to a high stand collar; shoulders are set-in with a tailored fit through the torso.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.84 (high) - Leather surfacePebbled, slightly distressed brown leather with tonal variation (darker shading near seams and center panels) and a low sheen matte finish.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.14 · w 0.68 · h 0.68 (high) - Asymmetrical central zipperFull-length silver metal zipper positioned slightly off-center toward the wearer's left, with visible zipper teeth and slider at the lower hem; zipper track runs at a slight diagonal into the collar.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.66 (high) - High stand collar with snapShort stand-up collar that closes high on the neck with a visible metal snap on the wearer's left side of the collar.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.26 · h 0.14 (high) - Zippered hand pocketsTwo vertical zippered pockets on the front torso; pocket zippers are silver metal and oriented vertically with narrow leather welt trim.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.24 (high) - Sleeve construction and cuff detailLong sleeves extend past the wrist with a straight hem; the wearer's right sleeve (left side of image) shows a vertical silver zip on the forearm near the cuff set into a rectangular leather trim.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.28 · w 0.28 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.52 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high) - Visible stitching and seam linesSingle-needle seams visible along shoulder, side panels, sleeve inset, and pocket welts in a matching darker thread.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.08 · w 0.68 · h 0.76 (high) - Partial interior or lining not visibleNo lining or interior details are visible; lower hem is slightly irregular where the jacket meets the layered shirt beneath.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.72 · w 0.44 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing a model wearing the jacket against a neutral light gray to white gradient background; image framed from the upper thighs to just above the head, even soft lighting with minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal view of a model cropped at the upper thighs, head partially visible, jacket centered in frame and photographed against a smooth neutral backdrop.
- Background and lightingEven soft studio lighting on a pale gray to white gradient background producing subtle highlights on the leather and minimal cast shadow.
- Visible props and clothingModel wears a light beige long shirt layered under the jacket and matching brown leather pants; model's left hand and earrings are partially visible.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.72 · w 0.52 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (medium) - Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear fine texture detail and sharp edges; no visible motion blur.
Colors
distressed brown· main leather body#6D594Dsatin silver· metal hardware- Overall silhouetteHip-length jacket worn closed with an asymmetrical central front zip that runs from the lower hem up to a high stand collar; shoulders are set-in with a tailored fit through the torso.
- 02
Product
Right-side view of a brown leather asymmetrical zip jacket worn on a model; visible details include an off-center front zipper, vertical zip pocket, stand collar, long sleeves with cuff zippers, and a pebbled leather surface.
- Silhouette and poseRight-side profile of a hip-length jacket sitting over the torso with the front partially open and the hem falling straight to the hips.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.58 (high) - Asymmetrical front zipperOff-center metal front zipper that runs from near the lower hem up toward the collar; zipper slider and teeth visible where the front is open.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (high) - Vertical zip pocketVertical zippered pocket on the right-side body panel with visible metal zipper tape and pull.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.28 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high) - Stand collarLow stand collar that sits close to the neck and meets the top of the asymmetric zip line.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.04 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high) - Sleeve cuffs with zippersLong sleeves extending past the wrist with a visible short zipper at the cuff of the right sleeve.
1 region
x 0.63 · y 0.55 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Leather textureMedium-pebbled leather surface with subtle tonal variation and a slightly matte finish.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.48 · h 0.46 (high) - Front hem detailFront hem hangs straight with the zipper ending near the hem; the hem edge is cleanly finished without visible ribbing.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.52 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the jacket with matching leather pants, a long beige tee, and black chunky shoes against a light gradient background; three-quarter crop shows head to shoes with soft even lighting and faint shadow on floor.
- Model stylingModel wears the jacket over a long beige T-shirt and matching brown leather pants; hands are relaxed at the side and the model is posed in a slight forward lean.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.08 · w 0.60 · h 0.86 (high) - Shoes visibleBlack chunky round-toe shoes with a thick sole are visible at the bottom of the frame.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.82 · w 0.30 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.82 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Background and lightingEven studio lighting on a neutral light gray to white gradient background producing soft minimal shadows under the model.
- Image crop and qualityFull-body crop from slightly above head to shoe soles with high-resolution detail and no motion blur.
Colors
antique brown· jacket body#725544silver metallic· jacket metal hardware#B6ABA3- Silhouette and poseRight-side profile of a hip-length jacket sitting over the torso with the front partially open and the hem falling straight to the hips.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a brown distressed leather jacket showing panel seams, a short raised center back hem with longer side extensions, zippered sleeve cuffs, and a low stand collar.
- Back panel constructionSingle large rear leather panel with a horizontal yoke seam across the upper back and an angular lower panel created by diagonal topstitched seams meeting near the waist.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.08 · w 0.80 · h 0.60 (high) - Asymmetrical rear hemHem at the rear is asymmetrical: the center back hem sits higher while the side/back-flank sections extend lower, producing a slight flared silhouette at the hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.58 · w 0.76 · h 0.34 (high) - Sleeve seams and topstitchingLong sleeves show single long vertical seams with visible topstitching running from shoulder to cuff on the outer arm.
2 regions
x 0.70 · y 0.12 · w 0.22 · h 0.72 (high); x 0.08 · y 0.12 · w 0.24 · h 0.72 (high) - Zippered cuffsCuffs on both sleeves have exposed metal zippers set in short leather plackets; zipper teeth and rectangular metal sliders are visible and the cuffs open slightly.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.78 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.78 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high) - CollarLow stand-style collar with a smooth fold and a visible seam where it meets the yoke.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.02 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Leather surface finishLeather has a matte, slightly distressed appearance with subtle tonal variation and fine grain texture visible across panels.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high)
Other
Studio rear-angle product shot on a neutral light background showing a model wearing the jacket; visible shirt and trousers are props. Even studio lighting with soft shadows; image is centered and vertically cropped at mid-thigh.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter view cropped from head to mid-thigh, model turned slightly to the right so right shoulder and profile are partially visible.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray to white studio background with even, soft lighting and minimal harsh shadows.
- Visible non-product clothingA light-colored longline shirt and matching leather trousers are visible beneath and below the jacket and should be considered props, not packaging.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.26 (high)
Colors
distressed brown· leather body#735A4Dmetallic silver· zipper hardware- Back panel constructionSingle large rear leather panel with a horizontal yoke seam across the upper back and an angular lower panel created by diagonal topstitched seams meeting near the waist.