Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Equipment

Leather Garments

Garments made in leather, including jackets, trousers, harnesses and vests, central to Leather tradition.

Definition

Leather Garments cover the broad range of clothing made in leather that is central to Leather tradition — jackets, trousers, vests, harnesses, breeches, aprons and specialised pieces. Individual garments often carry personal, ceremonial or lineage significance.

Historical background

Leather Garments have been central to Leather identity since the emergence of the modern subculture.

Discussion

Styles, uses and ritual weight of particular garments vary widely between communities and generations.

See also