Famous Celebrity Biker Jackets
The biker jacket has become an iconic piece of clothing in Western society, enveloping a touch, stylish image.
Today they are still based more or less on the biker-bomber jackets of the past and have rarely changed in style. The natural leather also provides practical protection as the breathable, thick lining is why it has become the clothing choice for bike enthusiasts. Your biker jacket should have a tailored, fitted appearance without any excess bulk. The closer it sits to the body the more the jacket will insulate the wearer.
Biker jackets achieved full-fledged iconic-status during the 20th Century in part through their counter culture image portrayed throughout music, film and television stars. This article reveals some of the most famous biker jacket wearers, who have remained style icons for generations.
Kate Moss
Steve McQueen is famous for his tough guy image and anti-hero persona. As an avid racer of motorcycles many of his movie roles incorporated his talent into the plot with the most famous being ‘The Great Escape’. McQueen wore a number of biker jackets throughout his career however the most famous was his Barbour jacket, becoming an iconic symbol for aspiring motorcyclists.
Marlin Brando
Marlin Brando was famed for his bold ventures, often wearing biker jackets and jeans to many of his movie premiers at a time when it was frowned upon. His iconic character Jonny Strabler in the 1953 film ‘The Wild One’ had a major part to play in inspiring the younger generation to take a stand against the establishment during 1950′s America. Despite widespread disapproval, Brando’s style and anti-hero appearance remains as cool today as it did in its heyday.
Kate Moss
As an iconic movie star, Steve McQueen was also famous for his incredible interest in motorcycle racing. His ability on the bike gave McQueen the opportunity to incorporate his passion into many of his movie roles with the most famous being ‘The Great Escape’. McQueen wore a number of different Biker jackets throughout his career; however the most famous was his Barbour jacket and has since become a symbol for aspiring motorcyclists.
Steve McQueen
American Actress Megan Fox is once again resetting the trend for the biker jacket, and is regularly seen incorporating the leather clothes item into her rock chick appearance. Millions of women have searched online for similar replicas of her most famous jacket worn in the ‘Transformers’ movie franchise.
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