How the Leather Motorcycle Jacket Became an American Classic

BRANDO AND THE BAD BOYS WHO MADE THE LEATHER JACKET MAINSTREAM
From Marlon Brando to Sid Vicious, the leather biker jacket has had nearly 100 years in the spotlight as a quintessentially badass garment of choice. In this video we go over the extensive history of it's invention in New York City by Irving Schott, and it's growing infamy across the United States and eventually the globe. Thanks for watching this comprehensive look at a landmark fashion history moment for an American classic, the moto jacket. Everything was researched, written, and edited by me, so feel free to show some love in the likes and comments for the countless hours spent on this video essay!

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