Leather is one of the chicest fabrics for autumn, appearing in abundance for AW19. At brands like Alexander Wang and A.W.A.K.E. MODE, early-2000s Matrix looks were revisited through long and short coats streamlined with an edge of utility — think black minimalistic leather paired with barely-there shades and heavy-duty boots. On the runways of Salvatore Ferragamo and Tom Ford, sleek, head-to-toe ensembles layered leather over leather to highlight its timeless allure. Bottega Veneta experimented with its proprietary intrecciato weave, sending textured leather pieces of moto-inspired sophistication, while Fendi and Hermès showcased soft pared-down tailoring in beige and umber tones.

Gabriela Hearst Silveira coat; HK$40,072, farfetch.com

Gabriela Hearst Silveira coat; HK$40,072, farfetch.com

Andrea Bogosian Vestido Presley BGF; HK$18,267, farfetch.com

Andrea Bogosian Vestido Presley BGF; HK$18,267, farfetch.com

Aalto contrast stitching jacket; HK$6,495, farfetch.com

Aalto contrast stitching jacket; HK$6,495, farfetch.com

Salvatore Ferragamo leather jumpsuit; HK$39,220, net-a-porter.com

Salvatore Ferragamo leather jumpsuit; HK$39,220, net-a-porter.com

Bottega Veneta mid-rise straight-leg leather trousers; HK$34,000, matchesfashion.com

Bottega Veneta mid-rise straight-leg leather trousers; HK$34,000, matchesfashion.com

Gucci leather blazer; HK$42,500, net-a-porter.com

Gucci leather blazer; HK$42,500, net-a-porter.com

Nanushka Amas vegan leather wrap skirt; HK$2,440, net-a-porter.com

Nanushka Amas vegan leather wrap skirt; HK$2,440, net-a-porter.com

The Row Emely waxed-leather coat; HK$75,900, matchesfashion.com

The Row Emely waxed-leather coat; HK$75,900, matchesfashion.com

16ARLINGTON Fonda two-tone leather bootcut pants; HK$735, net-a-porter.com

16ARLINGTON Fonda two-tone leather bootcut pants; HK$735, net-a-porter.com

Ellery Riccardo panelled leather midi skirt; HK$9,041, matchesfashion.com

Ellery Riccardo panelled leather midi skirt; HK$9,041, matchesfashion.com

Plan C Notch lapel leather coat; HK$19,768, farfetch.com

Plan C Notch lapel leather coat; HK$19,768, farfetch.com

Loewe cropped leather jacket; HK$24,100, matchesfashion.com

Loewe cropped leather jacket; HK$24,100, matchesfashion.com

Originally written by Joanna Fu and updated by Kelly Lim