Cossack Leather Jacket - Horsehide brown
Description
In the 1930s, the Cossack Jacket stood as a campus classic, renowned for its distinctive shawl collar, cropped silhouette, and clean-lined front design.
This reimagined "short-and-wide" iteration preserves the jacket's vintage allure while optimizing the cut of the shoulders and chest—a refinement that significantly enhances comfort for everyday wear.
Crafted from high-density, amber-hued vegetable-tanned horsehide, this piece features a structured, substantial feel with rich tonal depth and a natural luster. It is designed not to be discarded as time passes, but rather to be "broken in" and cultivated over years of wear, allowing it to develop a unique character and patina all its own.
Details
Drawing inspiration from the iconic Cossack-style outerwear of the 1930s, this jacket embraces the era’s campus heritage with its signature foldable shawl collar, cropped hem, and streamlined front design. While staying true to the classic short silhouette that defined the period, we’ve thoughtfully widened the shoulder and chest areas to craft a more comfortable, contemporary fit—blending vintage charm with modern wearability.
Crafted from high-density amber vegetable-tanned horsehide, this jacket features a full-through dyeing process paired with a heat-set wax finish, resulting in a natural luster and subtle two-tone depth that elevates its visual appeal. Unlike jackets with artificial surface coatings, this leather remains highly breathable, allowing it to develop a unique, rich patina as it’s worn over time. With an approximate thickness of 1.2mm, it offers structured durability without feeling stiff or cumbersome, striking the perfect balance between resilience and comfort.
The refined short and wide fit is designed to enhance your silhouette: the cropped length elongates the legs, while the expanded shoulder and chest dimensions eliminate the restrictive tightness often found in vintage reproductions. This jacket sits cleanly on the body with a structured shape—avoiding overly slim or elongated cuts to stay true to 1930s aesthetics while ensuring ease of movement for everyday wear.
Authentic 1930s-inspired construction details complete the look: a button-front closure for a timeless touch, a foldable shawl collar reminiscent of early Cossack uniforms, and metal side waist adjusters. These adjusters not only allow for subtle fit customization but also add a genuine vintage character that pays homage to the era’s design sensibilities.
As a product of full-grain horsehide, minor imperfections such as small scars, natural grain variations, subtle differences in pigment depth, or unique markings may be present. These are inherent characteristics of genuine leather, not flaws—they contribute to the jacket’s individuality, ensuring no two pieces are exactly alike and making each jacket a one-of-a-kind wardrobe staple.
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Size guide
All measurements are taken with the jacket laid flat.
Slight differences may occur due to manual measuring.
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Model reference: 178 cm (5'10") / 73 kg (160 lbs) — wearing size L.
| Size | Shoulder | Chest | Sleeve | Hem | Back Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 45CM | 106CM | 60CM | 92CM | 57CM |
| M | 46CM | 110CM | 61CM | 96CM | 59CM |
| L | 47CM | 114CM | 62CM | 100CM | 60CM |
| XL | 48CM | 118CM | 63CM | 104CM | 62CM |
| 2XL | 49CM | 122CM | 64CM | 108CM | 63CM |
| 3XL | 50CM | 126CM | 64CM | 112CM | 63CM |
Cossack natural leather Jacket (1930s)
The short, sharp silhouette of the 1930sCossack jacket. Broad upper arms, a narrowwaist, and slim cuffs, defined its clean andathletic profile.
Originally worn as everyday workwear andcasual attire, it bridged the gap betweentailored jackets and rugged outerwear.
Albert Einstein was known to favor this style,adding to its reputation as both intellectualand practical.
Fit Revision Notes
While retaining the original "Cossack" style design, this version features a complete rebalancing of its overall proportions.
Compared to the previous natural and black colorways, this new iteration features a wider cut across the shoulders and chest, thereby alleviating any sense of tightness in the upper body.
The torso length has been slightly shortened, further accentuating its distinctive short-and-wide silhouette and enhancing the garment's overall visual equilibrium.
The result is an upper body that appears broader, paired with a cropped fit that conveys a more deliberately sculpted aesthetic. The overall look is cleaner, sharper, and more robust—perfectly aligned with contemporary fashion trends.
Leather use and maintenance knowledge
Leather products are consumables.
- Proper maintenance can extend their service life.When wearing it daily, you should pay attention to protecting the leather surface to prevent scratches by hard or sharp objects, and avoid contact with oil, acidic and alkaline substancesLeather products are strictly prohibited from washing, tumbling and drying, and long-term exposure to the sun.
- If they are wet by rain or moisture, you can use a soft dry cloth to gently wipe off the surface water stains and dry them in a cool and ventilated place. Do not wear before it is completely dryLeather should not be rubbed with water or gasoline, as water will make the leather hard and gasoline will volatilize the oil in the leather and cause it to crackNatural fur/fur collar will have slight curls after long-term wearing or washing.
- Detergents may cause hair loss at some edges, so dry cleaning is recommendedColorless maintenance oil should be applied before changing seasons and storage to prevent leather aging and cracking.
- Before application, a small area should be tested on a hidden part to prevent discoloration caused by chemical reactions between maintenance oil and leatherStore in a hanging position and do not fold or press heavily to prevent wrinkles on leather/furMothballs for mildew and insects should not come into direct contact with leather
