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What is the purpose of fringe on a leather jacket?

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What is the purpose of fringe on a leather jacket?
Historically, fringe was added as a functional feature to leather jackets to help the garment shed rain. The fringe also acted as wicks to help disperse the water. You’ll find a variety of vintage and contemporary fringe leather jackets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Mahopa Fringe Leather Jacket 1970s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning tan fringe leather jacket with carved bead detail handmade from Mahop. The collar
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1970s American Jackets

Cream R13 Oversized Fringe Leather Jacket Size US M/L
By R13
Located in New York, NY
Cream oversized fringe leather jacket by R13. Pointed collar. Dual hip pockets. Front closures. 50
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jackets

S/S 2002 Gianni Versace runway fringe leather jacket
By Gianni Versace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
S/S 2002 Gianni Versace runway fringe leather jacket This standout leather jacket from the Spring
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Early 2000s Jackets

Prada Spring/Summer 2007 Brown Fringed Leather Jacket – Runway Archive
By Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
This exceptional fringed leather jacket hails from Prada’s iconic Spring/Summer 2007 collection — a
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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

Saint Laurent Black Fringe Leather Jacket - Size S / FR36
By Yves Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent
Located in Krakow, PL
Elevate your wardrobe with this stunning Saint Laurent black leather jacket! Crafted from 100
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21st Century and Contemporary Jackets

A/W 2005 - 2006 Alexander McQueen Fringed Dark Diesel Green Leather Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Alexander McQueen diesel green fringed leather jacket from the A/ W 2005 - 2006 ‘The Man Who
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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

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