I recognize that calling a jacket life-changing sounds unhinged so let me explain. i have been trying to find a piece that felt both edgy and feminine without being either too costume-y or too corporate. everything i tried was one or the other. this jacket is both at the same time in a way i didn't think was achievable at this price point. the peplum flare is the thing that does it. the upper half is all moto energy, asymmetric zip, silver hardware, angular lapels with snaps. and then the waist hits and the leather flares out into this dramatic swinging hem that softens the whole thing without removing any of the attitude. the leather itself is smooth and real. it has a slight weight and movement that faux leather just can't replicate. the black is deep and even all the way through. it fits correctly through the bodice, which is important for this silhouette because the flare needs to start at the right point. i've worn this jacket more times in the past three weeks than i've worn most of my other jackets in the past year. my sister is getting one.