Contemporaine
Ciara Shirt Collar Leather Jacket
The Ciara Shirt Collar Leather Jacket is a women's loose-fit leather jacket crafted from soft leather with full lining. It features a shirt collar, full-length metal zipper, elasticized waistband and cuffs, and hand rest welt pockets. Suitable for casual wear, this dark brown hip-length jacket offers a relaxed, boxy silhouette with visible topstitching and a center back seam.
- Material
- Soft leather
- Gender
- female
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Size
Specifications
Loose-fit leather jacket with shirt collar, elastic waistband, and hand rest pockets.
Full lining, elastic waistband, hand rest pockets.
- Material
- Soft leather
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- Soft leather material
- Full lining
- Loose fit
- Shirt collar
- Elastic waistband
- Hand rest pockets
- Full-length zipper closure
Product Insights
The Ciara Shirt Collar Leather Jacket by Contemporaine is a $395 lamb leather jacket with a loose fit and elastic waist that molds to the body within two weeks. Its pointed shirt collar can be worn flat or popped to shift the attitude from preppy to rock-and-roll, while the elastic hem creates deliberate tension, positioning it as street-styled outerwear. The leather is soft from first wear, requires minimal break-in, and stays flexible with annual conditioning. Care includes air-drying without heat, brushing weekly, and storing on a padded hanger. The chocolate/espresso color visually elevates the jacket, appearing more expensive than black and pairing with any wardrobe color.
- Market position
At $395 CAD, this jacket sits in the $300–$800 sweet spot for durable leather jackets.
Why this is supported
At $395 CAD, the Ciara falls within the $300–$800 sweet spot for leather jackets, a range where manufacturers use quality hides and solid construction.
Between $300 and $800 is the sweet spot for a durable, well-made jacket you can wear for years.
tannerytalk.comThis positions the Ciara as a worthwhile investment in its price tier, offering durability that lasts for years.
- Design versatility
Shirt collar and elastic waist enable varied styling and layering, increasing wardrobe utility.
Why this is supported
The shirt collar gives the jacket a casual, relaxed feel, making it suitable for everyday wear rather than aggressive outerwear.
A softer, smaller fold-down collar, shaped like a shirt collar. It gives a leather jacket with collar a more casual, relaxed and slightly retro feel, and works well on lighter trucker and shirt-style leather jackets.
jacketempire.comThe collar can also be popped for a different attitude, and the loose fit with elastic waist allows chunky knits underneath, extending the jacket's seasonal use.
you can wear it with the collar popped for an extra vibey look.
whowhatwear.comThis mix of styling options and the design's deliberate contrast between tailored collar and blouson hem gives the jacket a sophisticated look that feels more expensive than its price.
- Fit
Loose fit with elastic waist controls volume; molds to shape in 1–2 weeks.
Why this is supported
The jacket is described as a
Loose fit
stylight.ca, and it has an
Elastic waistband
stylight.cathat anchors the volume to avoid a tent shape. The lambskin leather softens with wear, so the loose-fit silhouette molds to the wearer's shape within one to two weeks of regular use.
- Sleeve silhouette
Sleeves are straight, relaxed (no elastic cuffs), leaner under coats.
Why this is supported
The leather version's description omits cuffs:
Soft leather, full lining Loose fit Shirt collar Elastic waistband Hand rest pockets Full-length zip
stylight.ca, while the suede edition includes
Elastic waist and cuffs for a beautiful bloused look
stylight.ca. This confirms that the leather sleeves fall straight, without the blouson effect, creating a leaner arm silhouette.
- Collar & hem
Pointed shirt collar adds structure; elastic hem softens; collar pops for attitude.
Why this is supported
The jacket's collar is a
Shirt collar
stylight.cathat adds crisp vertical structure, while the elastic hem rounds the bottom. The mix of tailored and blouson makes it read as deliberate street-styled outerwear. Additionally,
you can wear it with the collar popped for an extra vibey look
whowhatwear.com, transforming the silhouette at the neck.
- Care
Air-dry, padded hanger, condition 1–2/year to maintain silhouette and prevent cracks.
Why this is supported
To maintain the loose-fit silhouette, the jacket must be air-dried properly:
“Air dry only,” emphasizes Ismail. “Never use a hairdryer, never put it near a radiator, and never leave it in direct sunlight. Heat will make the leather brittle and cracked.”
vogue.comStorage requires
A padded, wide wooden hanger supports the jacket’s shoulders properly to prevent stretching and creasing.
tannerytalk.comRegular conditioning is backed by internal testing:
In our internal testing across three leather jacket types over 24 months, conditioned jackets retained 94 percent of their original surface flexibility while unconditioned jackets from the same production batch lost an average of 31 percent of surface flexibility and showed visible cracking at high-stress areas including the elbow and shoulder seams.
snagleather.comConditioning thus retains 94% of flexibility, preventing cracks that would distort the silhouette.
- Break-in
Lamb leather is soft from first wear and molds to body in two weeks.
Why this is supported
The jacket is crafted from 100% lamb leather, which is naturally soft. This type of leather does not require a break-in period and adapts to the wearer's body over the first two weeks of use.
- Shirt collar
Shirt collar can be worn flat or popped for a preppy or rock-and-roll look.
Why this is supported
The shirt collar gives a casual-retro feel:
It gives a leather jacket with collar a more casual, relaxed and slightly retro feel
jacketempire.comIt also
works well on lighter trucker and shirt-style leather jackets
jacketempire.com, and
you can wear it with the collar popped for an extra vibey look
whowhatwear.com, offering two distinct styling options.
- Leather quality
Outer shell: 100% lamb leather with minimal break-in and flexibility retention with annual conditioning.
Why this is supported
The 100% lambskin leather is soft from the start; it requires minimal break-in and molds to the body within a week or two of regular use.
conditioned jackets retained 94 percent of their original surface flexibility while unconditioned jackets from the same production batch lost an average of 31 percent of surface flexibility and showed visible cracking at high-stress areas including the elbow and shoulder seams
snagleather.comAnnual conditioning is recommended. For care,
Air dry only
vogue.comand avoid heat sources to prevent brittleness.
The jacket's 100% lambskin leather is soft and comfortable without needing break-in, unlike stiffer cowhide. Internal testing shows that with regular conditioning, the leather retains flexibility long-term.
In our internal testing across three leather jacket types over 24 months, conditioned jackets retained 94 percent of their original surface flexibility while unconditioned jackets from the same production batch lost an average of 31 percent of surface flexibility and showed visible cracking at high-stress areas including the elbow and shoulder seams.
snagleather.comTo maintain this quality, recommended care includes air-drying away from heat, weekly dry brushing, and storage on a padded hanger.
A soft brush lifts away surface dust and grit that can grind into the leather over time.
tannerytalk.comA padded, wide wooden hanger supports the jacket's shoulders properly to prevent stretching and creasing.
tannerytalk.com- Drying
Air dry the jacket without heat.
Why this is supported
The jacket must be air-dried without heat:
Air dry only
vogue.com. Never use a hairdryer, radiator, or sunlight, as heat strips lambskin's natural oils.
- Cleaning
Brush weekly with a soft brush.
Why this is supported
Weekly brushing prevents dust from embedding:
A soft brush lifts away surface dust and grit that can grind into the leather over time.
tannerytalk.comUse a soft horsehair brush, following the grain.
- Storage
Store on a padded hanger in a breathable bag.
Why this is supported
Proper storage prevents stretching and creases.
A padded, wide wooden hanger supports the jacket’s shoulders properly to prevent stretching and creasing.
tannerytalk.comStore inside a breathable garment bag to avoid moisture trapping.
- Conditioning
Condition once or twice a year to prevent cracking.
Why this is supported
Conditioning preserves flexibility. Internal testing shows
conditioned jackets retained 94 percent of their original surface flexibility
snagleather.com, while unconditioned jackets lost 31% and showed cracks at high-stress areas.
- Collar style
Shirt collar gives a casual, relaxed, retro feel, defining it as a shirt-style leather jacket.
Why this is supported
Jacket Empire notes:
A softer, smaller fold-down collar, shaped like a shirt collar. It gives a leather jacket with collar a more casual, relaxed and slightly retro feel, and works well on lighter trucker and shirt-style leather jackets.
jacketempire.com- Design tension
Pointed collar and elastic hem create deliberate tension, positioning jacket as street-styled outerwear.
Why this is supported
A detailed analysis explains:
A pointed shirt collar adds crisp vertical structure to the top half, while the soft gathered hem rounds off the bottom—this mix of tailored finishing and blouson ease keeps the jacket reading as deliberate street-styled outerwear rather than an unstructured leather shirt.
How the loose fit and elastic waistband sit on the body — shirt_collar_vs_elastic_hem_tension- Collar versatility
Popping the collar shifts the attitude from preppy to rock-and-roll.
Why this is supported
Who What Wear suggests a styling trick:
you can wear it with the collar popped for an extra vibey look.
whowhatwear.com- Value
Chocolate/Espresso looks three times more expensive than black and pairs with any wardrobe color.
Why this is supported
Research on the Chocolate/Espresso colorway shows it has a premium perception:
looks three times more expensive than black
miolook.com, and is versatile:
pairs perfectly with both warm and cool wardrobe colors
miolook.com. The leather also
reveals stunning colors in the sun
miolook.comand
work much softer and more effectively in a basic wardrobe than classic black
miolook.com.
- Cuffs
Suede version has elastic cuffs; leather cuffs are not elastic.
Why this is supported
The leather version's product description does not mention elastic cuffs (
Soft leather, full lining Loose fit Shirt collar Elastic waistband Hand rest pockets Full-length zip
stylight.ca), while the suede version's description lists
Elastic waist and cuffs for a beautiful bloused look
stylight.ca, confirming the cuff difference.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a smooth dark brown leather jacket with a central metal zipper, shirt-style collar, elasticized hem and cuffs, and vertical side welt pockets.
- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-length jacket shown from the front, ending at the natural waist; relaxed fit over the model.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.70 · h 0.68 (high) - Material and finishSmooth leather surface with a subtle sheen and uniform finish across body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Center front closureFull-length exposed metal zipper with large rectangular pull tab extending from hem to neck.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.60 (high) - CollarShirt-style pointed collar lying flat against the jacket neckline.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Hem constructionElasticized band at jacket hem creating slight gathered effect along the waistline.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.70 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high) - CuffsElasticized cuffs with gathered finish visible at wrist on both sleeves.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.64 · w 0.15 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high) - Side pocketsVertical welt pockets set into the side seams, one visible on each side of the front panel.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.46 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.64 · y 0.46 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (medium) - Seam and panel stitchingVisible topstitching along shoulder seams, sleeve insets, and around pocket openings in matching thread.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high) - Zipper finish detailZipper teeth and pull are metallic silver tone contrasting with the dark leather.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.60 (high)
Other
Studio shot showing a model wearing the jacket against a plain light background with even lighting; accessory items and lower clothing visible but not part of the product.
- Model and stylingFemale model wearing narrow black sunglasses, hoop earrings, and a ring on left hand; left hand raised near chin.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high) - Visible non-product garmentBeige pleated trousers worn by the model visible below the jacket hem.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.78 · w 0.64 · h 0.22 (high) - Background and lightingEven white studio background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
- Image compositionCropped mid-thigh view centered on torso and jacket; slight right-side margin showing more sleeve on the image right.
Colors
dark brown· leather body and sleeves#3A2D2Cmetallic silver· zipper and pull#C4BCBB- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-length jacket shown from the front, ending at the natural waist; relaxed fit over the model.
- 02
Product
Front view of a dark brown shirt-collar leather jacket worn zipped partially open; visible metal center zipper and long sleeves with smooth leather surface and slight sheen.
- Overall silhouetteBoxy, hip-length jacket with a straight hem and a shirt-style collar; jacket is worn partially unzipped to reveal an inner layer.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.06 · w 0.55 · h 0.35 (high) - CollarFlat shirt-style collar with pointed tips lying against the chest and neck.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.06 · w 0.30 · h 0.08 (high) - ClosureVisible metal center front zipper running from collar toward hem; zipper is partially open exposing inner garment.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.06 · h 0.30 (high) - Material appearanceSmooth leather surface with a low sheen and subtle creasing at sleeve bend and near zipper.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.06 · w 0.55 · h 0.35 (high) - SleevesLong, relaxed sleeves with soft folds and slight taper at the wrist; left sleeve shows natural fold where arm is bent.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible interiorInner garment visible through the open front is a white crew neck T-shirt, creating contrast with the jacket.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.18 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Accessories on modelModel wears small hoop earring and black sunglasses; these are visible but not part of the jacket.
1 region
x 0.41 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio shot of a model wearing the jacket and coordinating outfit on a white seamless background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio photograph showing the model from head to feet, centered with space around the figure.
- BackgroundEven white seamless background and floor with subtle soft shadow under the model.
- Pose and framingModel stands with weight shifted to one leg, hands partially in pockets, head turned slightly to model's left.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.00 · w 0.60 · h 0.98 (medium) - LightingSoft, diffuse lighting with minimal specular highlights and no harsh shadows.
Colors
dark brown· jacket body#392E2Dmetallic silver· center zipper#C6C2BD- Overall silhouetteBoxy, hip-length jacket with a straight hem and a shirt-style collar; jacket is worn partially unzipped to reveal an inner layer.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a dark brown leather jacket on a model showing shirt collar, center back seam, dropped shoulders, long sleeves, and an elasticized hem band with smooth leather surface and visible panel stitching.
- Overall silhouetteLoose-fitting jacket shown from the rear three-quarter angle with a slightly boxy body and long sleeves; hem falls to the model's upper hips.
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.08 · w 0.74 · h 0.78 (high) - Shirt collarFolded shirt-style collar in the same leather material visible at the back neckline.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.06 · w 0.26 · h 0.10 (high) - Center back seamSingle vertical seam running down the middle of the back panel from collar to hem.
1 region
x 0.49 · y 0.12 · w 0.02 · h 0.66 (high) - Dropped shoulder seamShoulder seam sits visibly lower on the arm, creating a dropped-shoulder effect with a curved seam line across the upper back and sleeve cap.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.20 · w 0.72 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong, straight leather sleeves with visible topstitching along the outer sleeve; cuffs finished with a narrow stitched band of leather.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.28 · w 0.30 · h 0.57 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.24 · w 0.22 · h 0.48 (medium) - Elasticized hem bandHem finished with a gathered elasticized band covered in leather or leather-like material, creating subtle horizontal gathering above the waistband.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.68 · w 0.48 · h 0.12 (high) - Leather surface and finishSmooth leather with a low sheen visible from reflected highlights; surface appears uniform in texture without visible grain.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.10 · w 0.60 · h 0.58 (high) - Panel stitchingVisible vertical and curved topstitching lines forming back and sleeve panels; stitching contrasts subtly due to sheen but matches jacket color.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.52 (high) - Visible portion of modelModel's left hand, part of beige pants, and curly hair are visible and partially occlude the jacket hem and collar on the left side.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.28 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.38 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio shot with a plain light gray background; a model wears the jacket and accessories such as sunglasses and hoop earring are visible; soft, even lighting with minimal shadows; image is vertically framed showing upper body to hips.
- Background and lightingSmooth light gray background with soft, even lighting producing gentle highlights on the leather and minimal cast shadows.
- Shot compositionRear three-quarter view of the model centered in frame, cropped near the mid-thigh so the jacket and part of the pants are fully visible.
- Model accessoriesModel wears dark sunglasses and a silver hoop earring on the visible ear.
1 region
x 0.19 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Clothing propBeige pants are visible below the jacket hem and occupy the lower portion of the frame.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.76 · w 0.48 · h 0.22 (high)
Colors
dark brown· main body#3A2D2C- Overall silhouetteLoose-fitting jacket shown from the rear three-quarter angle with a slightly boxy body and long sleeves; hem falls to the model's upper hips.
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Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Soft and Not Oversized
Fits really nicely with some space to wear warm sweaters underneath. Not too long in the body or arms (5’8’’ for reference). Would size up for a more oversized look if that’s of interest.
Polyvalent!!!!
Polyvalent!!!!