Brown Leather Shorts: Six Designer Pairs Compared and How to Wear Them
Brown Leather Shorts: Six Designer Pairs Compared and How to Wear Them
Brown leather shorts are knee length and mid thigh shorts cut from leather in a brown shade, and this season they are worn as tailoring, with tights, knits and a long coat, not kept for summer. Coveti’s designer shorts edit carries six leather pairs from five houses, from $1,420 to $3,200, with two in brown: the new Jacquemus Cubisto in Dark Brown and the Magda Butrym flared pair.
Key facts
- Coveti stocks six designer leather shorts from Jacquemus, Magda Butrym, Max Mara, Alexander Wang and Dolce & Gabbana.
- Two are brown: the Jacquemus Cubisto Leather Shorts in Dark Brown ($2,630) and the Magda Butrym Flared Leather Shorts in Brown ($2,710).
- The Cubisto is grained lamb leather lined in polyester, made in Italy, and also comes in Black.
- The Magda Butrym pair is sheep leather lined in viscose.
- Prices at Coveti run from $1,420 (Alexander Wang) to $3,200 (Dolce & Gabbana).
Designer leather shorts compared
| Shorts | Colour | Leather | Lining | Made in | Price at Coveti |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacquemus Cubisto, Dark Brown | Brown | Grained lamb leather | Polyester | Italy | $2,630 |
| Jacquemus Cubisto, Black | Black | Grained lamb leather | Polyester | Italy | $2,630 |
| Magda Butrym Flared, Brown | Brown | Sheep leather | Viscose | Not published by the house | $2,710 |
| Max Mara Amaca, Khaki | Khaki | Nappa lambskin | Cupro and cotton | Not published by the house | $2,960 |
| Alexander Wang High-Rise with Belt, Black | Black | Leather front, cotton stretch back | Not published by the house | Not published by the house | $1,420 |
| Dolce & Gabbana Vintage, Black | Black | Sheepskin | Silk and elastane | Italy | $3,200 |
The Jacquemus Cubisto in Dark Brown
The Cubisto is the longest pair here. It sits high on the waist and falls straight to just above the knee, so it reads like a cropped trouser rather than a summer short. The grain on the lamb leather keeps the dark brown from looking flat. It is new this week alongside the Citta Jacket in Dark Brown, a collarless wool jacket that makes a two piece with it. More of the house is in our Jacquemus edit.
The Magda Butrym flared pair
The Magda Butrym shorts flare at the hem, which gives a softer, more seventies line than the Cubisto. They are the second brown option and the one to choose if you want movement over structure.
The black and khaki alternatives
The Max Mara Amaca pair is soft nappa lambskin with a tubular leather belt tied through the loops, and its khaki sits close to brown in a winter palette. Alexander Wang builds its pair with a leather front, a stretch cotton back and an integrated belt, which makes it the easiest fit of the six and the lowest priced. Dolce & Gabbana lines its sheepskin pair in silk.
How to wear brown leather shorts in winter
- With tights and a heel: sheer black tights, slingbacks and a fine knit tucked in at the waist.
- Under a long coat: the shorts should end a hand above the coat hem. The Jacquemus Fernando Coat in Dark Grey is long enough to frame them.
- As a suit: match the shorts with a jacket in the same tone, as with the Cubisto and the Citta Jacket.
- At the weekend: a chunky knit, knee socks and loafers.
Which pair to buy
- For a true brown: the Jacquemus Cubisto in Dark Brown.
- For movement: the Magda Butrym flared pair.
- For the easiest fit: the Alexander Wang pair, with its stretch cotton back.
- For a silk lining: Dolce & Gabbana.
Buying leather shorts around the world
Leather shorts women draws about 12,100 searches a month worldwide and brown leather shorts about 8,100, with searches peaking between October and December. High waisted leather shorts adds about 4,400. Coveti ships worldwide with DHL Express and FedEx International Priority, insured to 110% of value. Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties are paid on import. Leather needs a specialist cleaner, so keep the shorts away from damp and direct heat.
Frequently asked questions
Can you wear leather shorts in winter?
Yes. Wear them with opaque tights, a knit and a long coat. Knee length pairs such as the Jacquemus Cubisto work best in cold weather.
What colour tights go with brown leather shorts?
Sheer black tights are the simplest choice. Chocolate brown tights give a tonal look.
How much do designer leather shorts cost?
At Coveti, designer leather shorts cost from $1,420 for Alexander Wang to $3,200 for Dolce & Gabbana.
What are Jacquemus Cubisto shorts made of?
The Cubisto is 100% lamb leather with a grained finish, lined in 100% polyester, and made in Italy.
How should leather shorts fit?
They should sit flat at the waist without gaping and leave room to sit down, because leather does not stretch the way denim does.
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