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How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

ECBG — Thu, 05 Nov 2015 23:54:03 GMT

A denim styled (not blazer) suede jacket from a good company? I never really purchased an item like this unless it was washable and from Q. This one isn't washable and not from Q! Yes, I would wear it forever! It's perfect for me!

Thanks!

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

lolakimono — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:01:27 GMT

@ECBG

$200 and beyond. They can go easily to $400+.

Is this from that brand you asked about earlier?

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

151949 — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:36:25 GMT

I have purschased the washable D&Co suede blazers in the past in the $125 range. And you right OP I have worn them for years and they still look brand new.

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

fthunt — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:41:08 GMT

Are you considering purchasing it but 'fishing' for info about the cost? LOL I agree with previous poster - personally I won't buy a washable suede - and I'd expect to pay in the $200 range and up depending on the length. I would want quality - rich colors and well made.

Happy shopping!

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

lolakimono — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:42:35 GMT

@ECBG

Just for fun, this is on sale at Nordies for $100, in three colors.

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

Zhills — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 00:46:54 GMT

If you love it and you can afford it, then the price is right!

Sometimes things are just worth it!

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StylishLady — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 01:01:53 GMT

Real leather is worth the price. That being said, my resources would limit me to a price under $500 at the most. I have a closet full right now, so it would have to be something very special and different, color or style wise.

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Q4u — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 01:11:55 GMT

Reba McIntyre has a line of "western" clothing at Dillards and her suedes and leathers are incredible (and I happen to love the styling as well). Her prices can be $400-$450 BUT the style and details are really special (IMHO) and the leathers are top quality and I would buy one in a heartbeat if money were no object. She also has a suede cape that is gorgeous (around $350).....

I'm not totally into the western look, but I'll gladly dabble .... just like I'm not totally into the Moto look but I have my black Moto jacket and HD boots!

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

willdob3 — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 02:13:36 GMT

My real suede jacket was originally priced at $199, I think. I rarely pay full price for anything & I paid a lot less for it. It is dry clean only.

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NycVixen — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 04:24:41 GMT

@ECBG

Sometimes, we just have to take the hit price wise for something we really love IMO unless you can find a cheaper similar option you love just as much.

In my experience, when I've gone the cheaper route with an item that was similar but not quite right, I would eventually regret the purchase or end up getting the original item anyway.

I paid $200 for a beautiful brown suede jacket when I was in HS that I saved up for it and it was the best thing ever to me!!! I will never forget it. My mom still has it and uses it now.

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shoekitty — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 07:02:32 GMT

I have seen suede jackets from 199 to 900 and more. I think the average suede jacket of decent quality, with collar, buttons or zipper (or both,) a belt and some detailing runs about 350 not on sale..IThe cost sometimes depends on the lining. Unlined or satin lined are less than those with fleece or heavier quilted linings. A good time to buy them is in January or even late December..

Tonight I saw really cute faux suede and leather jackets at Nordie, starting from 78 bucks.

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Trix — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 14:11:31 GMT

A good suede jacket (not on sale) on the low end are around $200-$300 in the good stores. The more posh the name on the door is the prices can soar up over $1,000 for suede jackets.

I personally have never had a washable suede item which I hated. I've purchased washable suedes from QVC and Nordstrom only, but my experience has been that the suede isn't lesser quality than the non washables I've owned. In my area the $50 to leather clean a jacket is a deterrent for purchasing non washable suede.

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muttmom — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 14:42:55 GMT

You can find suede jackets ranging under $100 to well over $1000.

Cheap suede looks and feels cheap.

Years ago I bought a washable suede jacket from QVC. I paid under $100 and thought it looked worth what I paid for it. I washed it and it became unwearable.

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151949 — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 18:06:07 GMT

I have 2 washable suede jackets from QVC - each has been washed a couple times and both still look like new. I wonder what some people do to their washable suede that ruins it, as it's frequently posted here on the boards that this happens. As a matter of fact, mine were so nice when we were moving to Florida I could not bring myself to give them away so I kept them and when we get our occasional cool weather I wear them as an outer coat.

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brii — Fri, 06 Nov 2015 18:12:03 GMT

I ordered a washable suede jacket a few years ago. The smell was revolting.

I couldn't wait to send that back.

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

lolakimono — Sat, 14 Nov 2015 01:40:08 GMT

@ECBG

So, did you decide?

In other news, this is at Zara for $129- real suede.

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ECBG — Sat, 14 Nov 2015 02:12:30 GMT

I'm afraid to put it down because all of you would think I've lost my mind! I absolute love it, and ther's only four in my size. (Not much wiggle room). But since I left a well paying job to take a lesser one (happiness comes expensively) I can't make my mind up! Having worked in design, I can see it in my mind and wear it to death, and love it!

From the estimates here they haven't even come close! I hoped to get an idea of what's around, for peace of mind, but I still love it, and it isn't like Prada or anything like that! (but bad enough!!!!)!!!

I'll have to save like a maniac!!!!!

Since I never can find a Christmas persent, I thought DH would give me something and I would pay the rest!

Re: How much would you expect to pay for a real suede jacket?

lolakimono — Sat, 14 Nov 2015 11:40:31 GMT

@ECBG

If you love it, get it! You don't want it to be the one that got away. Even if it's the price of 10 jackets, if you will wear this one more than you would wear 10 others, it's worth it. Will it be your outerwear piece, or will you wear it as a layering piece?

My new winter coat hasn't been worn yet, although I had the sleeves shortened and ready to go in September. I think I am responsible for our Indian summer, because of my purchase. I look at it longingly every time I pass by and think soon it will be cold enough...

I did just see my coat reduced some more, but of course it's no longer available in my size, so I'm okay with the price that I paid.

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willdob3 — Sat, 14 Nov 2015 13:08:32 GMT

I agree - it sounds like this is something you have really thought about. Not an impulse buy. I think it would be money well spent & a jacket well-loved and worn a lot.

I love the way a suede jacket with very little wiggle room looks!

I made the mistake of trying on the suede jacket I bought in a size smaller (not available when I bought mine & I was so happy to be in that size it did not occur to me a smaller size might fit by fall) and now I am looking to find it in the color I have in that smaller size. The larger size is good for when one needs layers for warmth but, oh my! What that smaller size does for my body with a more fitted look!

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songbird — Sun, 15 Nov 2015 00:18:58 GMT

Suede is currently cheaper then the full leather. I'm shocked at the skyrocketing price of leather goods. Just looking at Nordstrom. You have to remember with leather and suede, you pay for the quality. Good leather jackets go way over $1,000.00. Good suede probably in the upper hundreds.