A leather jacket is a must-have in your closet. They are perfect for keeping warm. However, a tight leather jacket can cause a lot of discomfort because of how often these are worn. This is why we’re here to tell you how to stretch a leather jacket without damaging it.
By Wearing Them
Leather tends to stretch naturally if you wear it for some time. Try to wear the jacket throughout the day. Over time, the leather will stretch from constant use and become comfortable to wear. This method can take a long time, however, you can try to speed it up a little by wearing and stretching your body.
Simply do a little arm, and shoulder exercise wearing the jacket.
Using Fabric Softener
Fabric softener is one of the fastest ways to stretch a leather jacket. Fill your washing machine with cold water, and add fabric softener. Don’t add any detergent because it damages leather.
You can also do this with a bucket. Just add fabric softener and cold water to a bucket. Leave the jacket in the water for about half an hour. After you are done, take the cloth out and pull on its arms and waist. Finally, let the jacket air dry. Eventually, you will feel that the jacket has expanded significantly.
By Heating Them
Cover the jacket with fabric like cotton and iron the jacket on the lowest setting. Too much heat might damage the jacket’s material. We at Mima Apparel recommend that you are extra careful when trying out this method. There are a lot of chances of something going wrong. Using a very high heat setting can also burn the leather.
Conclusion
Hopefully, this article has given you some insight on how to stretch a leather jacket. The most effective method is to just wear the leather jacket, till it becomes loose. However, all the above-mentioned methods work as long as you are careful.
FAQ
Why should you stretch a leather jacket?
A new leather jacket can be very tight and uncomfortable. Stretching it makes it easier to wear.
Why should you not use heat to stretch a leather jacket?
We at Mima Apparel recommend that you iron your jacket with cloth on top of it or get it done by an expert because it is risky. Heat can burn the leather.