Yes kiddies, it is time for another instalment of "DO's for boys." The day's topic of discussion: the motorcycle jacket.
The epitome of cool and sexy since mens' idea of flirting involved dragging the object of their affection by her luscious locks to the nearest cave, leather has continued to be a wardrobe staple of any man who considers clothing as something more than a necessary evil. And yes, leather has had its share of abuse and gross misjudgement throughout history (see MC Hammer). But when one considers a simple black leather motorcycle jacket on a boy who wears it with confidence it becomes PAINFULLY clear why James and Marlon and Brad and Johnny make girls hyperventilate... The jacket is universally sexy not only because the connotation of a man wearing animal skins resonates so deeply with our primal instincts. It is also the unequivocal sign for an impossibly cool, and more importantly BAD, boy. And yes, once again, we do all want a bad boy (the ones that say otherwise are lying).
Mind you, when planning on this addition to your collection be aware that the key is to exist without trying. That is to say, the jacket should be well tailored, black, and tres simple. Bonus points for signs of wear.
And if you happen to actually know how to ride a motorcycle...or... God help us, own one, you may find a lovely admirer purring next to you while wearing said leather jacket...and nothing else.
5 comments:
Munro has nailed it once again. I never thought of the animal skin hearkening back to our Neanderthal roots. Good point. I must also say how sexy a bad-girl is as well. MP once posted this stunning picture of a blonde in a leather jacket, no shirt and heavy black framed glasses. The picture is forever engrained in my mind's eye. I wanted to be her and do her all at once.
The question is...can bad boys succeed with bad girls?Too much badness?
Since when is wearing a motorcycle jacket without owning a motorcycle NOT being a total poseur? Why does it get a pass?
how about killer leather jacket?
Well, Andrew, it's kind of like having a beard, but only being an average writer.
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