Let Your Leather Jacket Rest for Summer – How to Store It Properly
When temperatures rise, it’s time to give your leather jacket a well-earned break. But simply hanging it in the closet can do more harm than good. Here’s what you need to know to make sure your jacket feels just as good in autumn as you do in the sun.
Leather is a living material that requires care—even when it’s not being worn. During the summer, when the leather jacket often gets a rest, it’s important to think about how and where you store it. A leather jacket hung in a cramped closet inside a plastic bag risks drying out, developing creases, or even molding if humidity levels are wrong. Experts recommend first wiping the jacket down with a soft cloth, preferably applying a bit of leather balm if it hasn’t been treated in a while. Then hang it on a sturdy hanger, ideally inside a fabric garment bag that protects it from dust while still allowing the leather to breathe. The storage space should be cool, dry, and dark—sunlight fades the color and can crack the surface. For those short on space, storing the jacket under the bed in a ventilated storage box can be an option—but even then, plastic should be avoided entirely. And don’t forget to air out the jacket once a month. With proper care, a leather jacket can last for decades. Summer isn’t just a pause for the garment, but an opportunity to let it recover and preserve its character. When the autumn winds return, you’ll be ready—with a piece that still feels like new.