Custom Leather Clothing: What You Need to Know Before Ordering


Custom sizing sounds complicated. Blogs and forums make it look like you need a degree in fashion design just to take a few measurements. In reality, you only need two things: a flexible tailor’s measuring tape and a couple of minutes. That’s it. No drama, no difficulty.

Once you know how easy it is, you realise something important—custom leather clothing fits better than any standard size ever could. And for gear that’s meant to sit close to the body, from leather pants men love wearing to mens leather shirts, that difference is everything.

Custom sizing isn’t a luxury. It’s the foundation of leather gear that looks sharp, feels powerful, and moves with you.

At Leather Gear, every single product—from leather shirts for men to gay leather pants—can be made in custom sizing at no additional cost, and shipped worldwide for free. That alone puts you a tier above most brands offering only fixed sizes.

Let’s break down why custom leather clothing matters, how simple the process actually is, and what you need to know before ordering your made-to-measure gear.

Why Custom Leather Clothing Is Better Than Standard Sizing

Standard sizing is built around averages, and the truth is that very few people have an “average” body. Some guys have broader shoulders. Some have thicker thighs. Some have a smaller waist and bigger hips. Some simply don’t fit neatly into S, M, L boxes.

Leather is a material of precision—it looks best when it fits like it was made for you.

Here’s why custom sizing wins every time:

  • It follows your real body shape.
    Your waist, hips, chest, belly, biceps, shoulders, thighs—every area gets measured accurately, so your piece sits exactly where it should.
  • Leather molds and evolves with your body.
    A snug, correct starting fit lets the leather break in naturally. That “second-skin” effect you see in gay leather outfits? It begins with custom measurements.
  • Better comfort and movement.
    Walking, riding, dancing, lifting—custom gear doesn’t pull or sag. Whether you’re in black leather clothes or leather cargo shorts, everything feels secure and balanced.
  • Cleaner lines, sharper silhouette.
    A black leather mens jacket or genuine leather shirt looks ten times better when the pattern is drafted around your exact proportions.

If you’re serious about leather gear for men, custom sizing isn’t optional—it’s the upgrade that changes everything.

How Custom Orders Work at Leather Gear

We keep the process clean and simple. Anyone can do it.

  • Choose “CUSTOM” on the product page
    On any item—leather biker shirt, leather jogger shorts, gay leather uniform shirt, classic leather jeans pants, BLUF-style vest, anything at all—you’ll see a size dropdown.

Instead of picking a standard size, select CUSTOM.

  • Add your measurements in the checkout notes
    There’s a dedicated notes section where you can paste your measurements.
  • Or email us first
    Lots of customers like to check in before ordering. We reply with exactly the measurements needed and guide you to the correct points on the body.
  • Use our “Sizing Chart” page
    You can see the below diagrams—one for tops, one for bottoms. They show exactly where to measure:


Bottoms (pants & shorts):

  • Low Waist
  • Hips
  • Upper Thigh
  • Lower Thigh
  • Thigh Length
  • Knee
  • Calf
  • Ankle
  • Inseam

Perfect for gay leather pants, leather chaps, leather padded breeches, leather shorts, and every pair of leather pants men wear for clubbing, riding, or everyday style.

Tops (shirts, jackets, vests):

  • Neck
  • Arm Hole
  • Chest
  • Belly
  • Waist
  • Wrist
  • Arm Length
  • Shoulder Width
  • Bicep
  • Back Length
  • Full Length

Ideal for leather fetish shirts, leather t shirt styles, genuine leather jacket pieces, BLUF Gay Bar Vest, and all types of leather gear for gay men.

  • We create a fresh pattern for your body
    This is the craftsman part.

Unlike resellers who “adjust” a stock pattern, we draft a brand-new pattern for every custom order. That’s why our custom processing time is around 2 weeks, instead of the standard 5–7 business days.

Fresh pattern = perfect fit.

  • Everything is handcrafted in-house
    Nothing is outsourced. Nothing is mass-produced.

Every custom leather jacket, personalized leather jacket, custom leather shirt, custom leather pants, and made to measure leather gear is built in our own workshop.

That’s why customers trust us.

What You Can Customize (Short Answer: Everything)

Most brands limit customization to size.
We don’t.

You can customize:

  • Fit (your measurements, your proportions)
  • Design (pockets, zippers, length, tapering, rise height)
  • Leather Type (Cowhide, Sheep, Goat, Buffalo)
  • Color (with slight variations possible due to screen differences)
  • Full Custom Creations
    Send sketches, photos, references—we build it.

Whether it’s gay leather shorts, a tailor made leather jacket, black leather for men, or a unique leather uniform piece, we make it.

How to Take Accurate Measurements

This is where people overthink things. The truth? It’s easy.

Follow these rules:

  • Measure on bare skin
    Thick clothes add false inches.
  • Keep the tape snug (not loose)
    Leather stretches with wear, so a tight measurement leads to a perfect long-term fit.
  • Use a flexible tailor’s tape
    Rigid tape measures ruin accuracy.
  • Ask someone to help
    Self-measurements can be off by 1–3 cm.
  • Follow the diagrams
    Our Sizing Chart shows exactly where the tape should go.

A few minutes now saves you from alterations later—and gives you gear that fits like a dream.

Do Custom Orders Have Limits?

Not really.
We usually say yes to everything.

But—you also get honest guidance.

If a design won’t look good, won’t sit correctly, or isn’t functional, we tell you upfront. If a certain leather type or color isn’t available, we say so before we begin.

Transparency builds trust. Customization builds confidence.

See Real Custom Pieces on Instagram

If you want inspiration, ideas, or reassurance, you can check out real customers wearing custom items on our Instagram. (@myleathergear)
Different bodies, different fits, different styles—so you can imagine how your custom piece will look.

Final Words

Whether you’re ordering black leather mens pants, a mens leather shirt, a custom leather jacket, or a full gay leather outfit, custom sizing gives you gear that feels personal, powerful, and unmistakably yours.

You’re not just buying leather clothing.
You’re commissioning a piece made for your body, your style, your life.

Explore our collections.
Choose CUSTOM.
Follow the Sizing Chart.
Make it yours.
This is Leather Gear 🖤


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