How to Care for a Big and Tall Leather Jacket

Purchasing a big and tall leather jacket is a great way to ramp up your fall wardrobe. Leather jackets are always in style, they look great over both casual and professional outfits, and they last forever... if you know how to properly care for one. If you're considering investing in a great big and tall leather jacket this fall, take note of the following care tips from Big and Tall London's Menswear.

Remember to Protect Your Investment

While most big and tall leather jackets come preconditioned, the staff at Big and Tall London's Menswear still recommend conditioning your new jacket with a leather protector. A leather protector will help keep your jacket waterproof and resistant to stains. Portly men should watch for leather protectors that are colourless and odorless. The best kinds come packaged in aerosal spray cans.

Leave Your Big and Tall Leather Jacket Hangin'

Portly men should never throw an expensive leather coat on the floor or across the back of a chair. Instead, remember to hang it on a padde3d hanger in a closet. You should never store a leather jacket in a plastic bag either. A big and tall leather jacket should always be hung in a breathable garment bag. Don't have one? Then don't forget to make note of this on your big and tall order. One of our staff members will include a Big and Tall London's Menswear garment bag with your order, free of charge.

How to Handle a Spill

Accidents are bound to happe. Luckily, you're big and tall leather jacket doesn't have to suffer irreparable damage just because you've splashed some soda on it. Here are some tips that will help you care for your big and tall leather jacket:

If your big and tall leather coat ever becomes wet, dry it in a temperature-neutral area away from blow dryers and heat vents. In order to speed the drying process, place your big and tall jacket on a towel. This will help with water absorption.

When the leather is almost dry, remember to apply a leather conditioner or moisturizer. This will help keep the leather flexible. When the leather has completely dried from the first coat of conditioner, apply a second helping Leather conditioner helps prevent your big and tall jacket from cracking and aging.

If you spill food onto your jacket don't immediately try to wipe it off with a towel. Give the fabric a light brushing instead. This will help remove any access particles and will prevent you from grounding the stain into the leather. You can then blot the area with a wet sponge and mild soap.

Trust a Professional

Depending on how often you wear your big and tall leather jacket, you may wish to have your jacket looked at by a professional leather cleaner. A professional leather cleaner with care for your jacket using special equipment and tools designed specifically for leather maintenance.