Blaine pleated faux leather shirt

Blaine pleated faux leather shirt

The Blaine pleated faux leather shirt uses soft pleating across the front and shoulders to add movement to a leather-look garment. It is made from PU-coated fabric, not animal hide — which in this case is not just an ethical point but a technical one, since pleats behave very differently in synthetic material than in real leather. It sits within our women leather shirts range as the most decorative faux option.

• Material: Faux leather (PU-coated fabric), no animal material
• Fit: Relaxed with pleated panels
• Closure: Button front
• Color: Black
• Care: Damp wipe, hang to dry, never iron the pleats

Why pleats work better in faux than in real leather

Pleating real hide is difficult and often damaging — leather does not hold a fold without being permanently creased or heat-set, and heat-set leather eventually cracks along the fold line. A PU-coated fabric, by contrast, has a woven base that takes and holds a pleat the way cloth does. That is why almost every pleated leather-look garment on the market is faux. It is a case where the synthetic material is genuinely the better tool for the job, not just the cheaper one.

Keeping the pleats sharp

Never iron them. Heat is what damages a PU surface, and an iron on a pleat will leave a shiny flattened line that cannot be reversed. Instead, hang the shirt full-length so the pleats fall under their own weight, and steam gently from a distance if they need reviving — steam, not contact. Store it hanging with space either side rather than pressed between other garments.

How to wear it

The pleating carries the visual interest, so keep the rest simple: plain trousers or a straight skirt, minimal jewellery. It works well tucked, where the pleats fan out above the waistband, and equally well worn loose over slim trousers.

Sizing and made to order

Order your normal size; the pleating adds visual volume without adding fit. Sizes run XS to 5XL, with Custom available — send bust, shoulder, sleeve, and length. Every shirt is made after your order.

Shop Related Styles at Leather Outlet

For genuine hide, see the real leather pieces in women leather shirts, or browse women leather jackets. Our bomber leather jackets and leather trench coats work over it. Everything is at Leather Outlet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this real leather?

No. It is faux leather made from PU-coated fabric.

Why is a pleated shirt made in faux rather than real leather?

Real hide does not hold a pleat without being permanently creased or heat-set, which weakens it. A woven-backed synthetic pleats properly.

Can I iron the pleats?

No. An iron will leave a shiny flattened mark. Hang the shirt and steam gently from a distance instead.

Is it vegan?

Yes, the shell contains no animal-derived material.

How should I store it?

Hanging, with space on either side so the pleats are not pressed flat.

Do you offer custom sizing?

Yes. Choose Custom and send bust, shoulder, sleeve, and length.

Is shipping free?

Yes, free worldwide shipping and secure checkout.