There is nothing more chic than a French girl in leather, from Brigitte Bardot’s sleek head-to-toe outfits to more of-the-moment statement jackets like Caroline de Maigret’s bomber. Typically, re-creating their looks requires quite the investment—but there is plenty of stock this season that hits a more reasonable price point, including flooded trousers, oversize shirtdresses, and the on-trend beret. Channeling classic French style has never felt this easy or inexpensive.
It’s the perfect excuse to pick up an unconventional leather piece, like a belted trench that recalls what went down the Fall 2017 runways at Vetements and Proenza Schouler. Or why not try a jacket in the straight buttoned-up style instead of the more common asymmetrical zip? If your closet is already overflowing with motos, simply opt for H&M’s vegan hip-hugging skirt—a bit of street style edge for just $50.
Above, 12 easy, affordable leather pieces to buy this fall.