Women's Black Leather Blazer | Double-Breasted Notch Lapel

A leather blazer is not the same thing as a leather jacket. The distinction actually matters. A jacket is a layer — it comes and goes depending on temperature, how dressed the occasion is, whether you need it or not. A blazer is a structure. It shapes the silhouette differently, carries itself differently in a room, and holds its authority regardless of whether it's paired with tailored trousers or pulled over jeans on a Saturday afternoon. This women's black leather blazer is built around a wide notch lapel, a double-breasted button front, and a fitted waist that gives it the kind of clean, deliberate silhouette that leather usually reserves for moto construction — except here, it's fully tailored.

How It's Built

The lapel is wide and structured — a notch lapel with enough surface area to read clearly against the black leather without needing contrast stitching or additional hardware to define it. It sits flat against the chest when the jacket is buttoned, framing the neckline and the front opening with the kind of clean geometry that proper blazer construction relies on. At the front, four buttons in a double-breasted arrangement close the jacket in two columns, finished in tone-on-tone black. There's no zipper on this piece. The closure is entirely button-driven, which keeps the full face of the blazer smooth and uninterrupted — no hardware teeth, no pull tab sitting against the chest, just leather and buttons.

On the left chest, a single welt pocket sits exactly where a blazer chest pocket should — proportioned for a pocket square if you want it, functional as everyday storage if you don't, and completely flush with the leather so it doesn't add visual noise to the front. Two hip-level flap pockets complete the storage without disrupting the silhouette's clean lower half. The cuffs are plain and unadorned, cut to fall at the wrist with no additional button detailing — deliberately simple, because the structure of the double-breasted front is already doing substantial visual work and the cuffs don't need to compete with it.

The fit is tailored through the waist. This isn't a relaxed cut or an oversized silhouette — the panels are shaped to follow the body, with a defined waist and a slight flare toward the hip that's characteristic of proper blazer construction. It wears differently from a leather jacket in a way that's immediately noticeable: the shoulders sit set, the waist pulls in, and the hem falls with intention rather than draping.

The Surface of Black Leather

Black leather has a surface quality that woven fabrics simply don't. The finish shifts depending on the light — flatter and more matte in lower-light settings, picking up depth and reflection under stronger light. It doesn't photograph the same way twice, which is part of why a leather blazer photographs well: there's always something to see. This one is black in the full sense — no warm brown undertone, no tendency to read as charcoal or dark grey in certain conditions. The lining at the collar, visible where the leather folds back, runs black against black — adding interior structure without breaking the monochrome.

Who This Blazer Is For

Women who want one piece that crosses the line between formal and off-duty without requiring a wardrobe change. It isn't strictly a workwear piece and isn't strictly a going-out piece — it's the jacket you reach for when you want to look considered without looking like you've tried too hard. Women who've been wearing the same black fabric blazer for years and want the material upgrade that leather provides without switching to a completely different silhouette. If you're still deciding between different levels of structure, our full women's leather jackets collection covers everything from relaxed everyday cuts to the tailored construction this blazer sits in.

How to Wear a Women's Notch Collar Blazer

The most reliable pairing is with straight-leg or wide-leg black trousers and a white fitted shirt underneath — high contrast, immediately coherent, and the double-breasted front reads clearly against the white beneath it. With the buttons fastened and the lapels lying flat, the outfit is done in two pieces and nothing else needs to happen. For a more deliberately formal version, swap the trousers for a black pencil skirt or a fitted midi and keep the same white or cream shirt visible at the collar.

For something less structured: black jeans, a white or neutral fitted top, and loafers or Chelsea boots. The blazer provides all the structure the outfit needs; the denim handles the informality. The result is business-casual in the actual sense of the phrase — dressed enough for most environments, relaxed enough that it doesn't read as effortful. This combination works in an office setting, at a working lunch, or anywhere the dress code is vague enough to require judgment.

Evening: the blazer worn as the sole top layer over a fitted slip dress or a simple column dress. No additional layering needed — the double-breasted front and tailored waist read as formal enough for dinner, a gallery opening, or events where you'd otherwise reach for a coat. Gold jewellery at the neck and ears, a small structured bag, and the outfit holds without needing anything else. If you want contrast rather than head-to-toe black, a women's burgundy leather jacket serves an entirely different function in a wardrobe — where this blazer is structure and neutrality, the burgundy is color and warmth — and owning both covers a much wider range of occasions than either does alone.

Footwear shifts the read significantly. White sneakers keep the blazer casual enough for weekends. Black or brown Chelsea boots push it toward smart-casual. A heel, even a low block heel, moves it into event territory. The blazer itself doesn't change — what you put underneath and below it does all of that work.

Sizing & Custom Measurements

Available in XS through 8XL. The tailored construction of this blazer means shoulder fit and sleeve length matter more here than in a relaxed jacket cut — if you're between sizes or working with specific proportions, we offer custom sizing built to your exact measurements at no additional cost. For a structured piece like this, it's worth using.

Shipping & Production

We ship to virtually every country in the world, completely free of charge, with no minimum order required. Each Zarcab jacket is handcrafted to order. Please allow 2–3 business days for production, followed by 5–7 business days for delivery depending on your location. Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive a tracking number via email.

Our Promise

A leather blazer only works if the construction holds. The lapel has to lie flat, the shoulders have to be set correctly, and the waist suppression has to be consistent across the seams — not just visible in the product photos but present when you actually wear it. We make every piece to your order, which means we're not working from pre-cut stock. If the fit doesn't meet what you saw here, tell us and we'll make it right.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a notch collar blazer?

A notch collar blazer — also called a notch lapel blazer — is a blazer where the collar and lapel meet at an angled V-shaped cutout where they connect. It's the most common lapel style across blazers and suits, and it works across both single-breasted and double-breasted constructions. The notch itself varies in depth and angle depending on the cut: wider notches read as more modern and relaxed, narrower notches feel more traditional and formal. On this blazer, the notch lapel is wide and structured, sitting firmly against the chest when buttoned — a proportion that fits contemporary tailoring more than classic suiting.

What is a notch lapel on a women's blazer?

The lapel is the folded panel — here, leather — that folds back from the collar on either side of the button front. A notch lapel specifically has the angular V-shaped cut where the collar meets the lapel, creating a visible break at the top of the button line. It's different from a peak lapel, which points upward toward the shoulder and is typically associated with formal double-breasted suiting, and from a shawl lapel, which has a continuous curve with no break at all. Notch lapels are the most versatile of the three — they read as professional without being stiff, and casual without losing structure.

Are notch collar blazers still in style in 2026?

Yes — and specifically, the direction in women's tailoring has moved toward more structured, fitted pieces rather than away from them. The oversized, unstructured blazer trend of a few years ago has largely given way to pieces with actual construction and defined waistlines, which is exactly where a tailored leather blazer with a notch lapel sits. The double-breasted front is particularly consistent in this regard — it's had staying power in both formal and casual tailoring for decades precisely because it adds visual weight and structure without requiring anything else from the outfit.

How should women style a notch collar blazer?

Start with high contrast — a white or light-toned shirt or fitted top underneath creates a clear backdrop for the notch lapel and double-breasted buttons to read against. For the bottom half, straight-leg or wide-leg trousers keep the silhouette clean, while slim jeans maintain the tailored feel in a more casual direction. For evening or events, wear it as the top layer over a simple fitted dress with minimal accessories. For casual weekend wear, pair it open over a fitted tee with jeans and white sneakers or loafers — the leather keeps the blazer from reading as overly formal even in relaxed settings.

Should the collar be in or out on a blazer?

For a notch lapel blazer, the lapels are designed to lie flat against the chest — they don't stand up or fold inward. When buttoned, they frame the neckline naturally. When worn open, they fall back on either side of the front. There's no collar-up or collar-down decision with this type of construction. If you're asking about whatever you're wearing underneath: leaving a small amount of shirt collar or neckline visible above the lapel tends to look more deliberate than having everything disappear inside the blazer, though a clean crew or round neck top works equally well without any visible neckline.

Can women wear a notch collar blazer to work?

Yes — a leather blazer with a notch lapel reads as formal enough for smart-casual and business-casual work environments. Paired with tailored trousers and a clean shirt, it sits clearly within professional dress codes. The double-breasted construction on this particular blazer adds a degree of polish that a single-breasted cut doesn't always carry, which makes it suitable for more formal office settings as well. Black leather functions as a neutral in the same way a black wool blazer would — it coordinates with most colors without requiring matching, and it doesn't read as too casual simply because it's leather.

What is the difference between a notch lapel and peak lapel?

A notch lapel has the angular V-shaped cut where the collar meets the lapel, and the lapel point sits roughly horizontal. A peak lapel points upward toward the shoulder — it's the lapel most commonly associated with formal double-breasted suiting and tuxedo jackets. Peak lapels read as sharper and more assertive; notch lapels are more approachable and versatile across dress codes. Both can appear on double-breasted jackets — peak lapels are the more traditional choice for double-breasted formal wear, while notch lapels on a double-breasted front, like this blazer, give you the structure of the double-breasted construction without the full formality of peak-lapel suiting.

Can a notch collar blazer be worn casually?

Yes — and leather specifically makes this easier than fabric would. Leather as a material reads as inherently less formal than wool or tweed, which means even a structured, double-breasted leather blazer can work in casual settings that a similarly constructed fabric blazer couldn't. Jeans, a simple fitted tee, and this blazer is a genuinely casual outfit — the material keeps the blazer from reading as dressed-up even though the construction is tailored. Footwear does a lot of the work here: white sneakers or flat loafers keep it weekend-appropriate; anything more formal shifts it toward smart-casual or beyond.