Cheap vs. Steep: Studded Faux Leather Jacket

The item: The faux leather jacket is back again this fall/winter. This time, its been toughened up with more detailed “moto” styling (check out the shoulder epaulets and zippers at the wrists).

The contenders:
CHEAP ($47.80)

vs. STEEP ($148)

Let’s get ready to rumble!

Okay, the two jackets are, on the computer screen very similair. They both feature stud detailing on the lapel and zipper detailing on the wrists and pockets. The pockets are even in the same location. What you can’t see on the picture is that the STEEP jacket has significantly more studs (or maybe grommets?) on the back. Click on it to see. Personally, I find these pretty ugly. Also, the cut of the two jackets is different. The CHEAP jacket has a simple cut that is narrower at the waist. The STEEP jacket has a boxier cut, which I suppose is more true to the motorcycle styling. BIG DIFFERENCE: The STEEP jacket is about 5.5 inches longer than the CHEAP one. I don’t really like cropped or shorter jackets. So, for me, this is important. Is it worth an extra $100? Hmm…

MY VERDICT: I will admit that, if money was no object, I would prefer the STEEP jacket. The design is edgier and more in line with my style. HOWEVER, it is not worth $100 to me. Both jackets are very cute, and the CHEAP one still has plenty of edge. CHEAP WINS THIS BATTLE.

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