Schott NYC announced an exclusive leather jacket on behalf of “The Bikeriders,” which was put in theaters June 21st. The jacket was created in partnership with the film’s costume designer, Erin Benach, who used many styles of modern and vintage Schott NYC jackets on characters in the film.
Following the pattern of the vintage jacket worn by the Vandals motorcycle club leader Johnny and sourcing 1950s style Conmar chain pull zippers, Schott NYC interpreted the jacket in a soft, yet heavyweight, pebbled cowhide. Staying authentic to the period of the film, the jacket has a cropped length of 24 inches, an iridescent burgundy lining and a striking D-pocket configuration that mirrors the first Perfecto motorcycle jacket designed by Irving Schott in 1928. The most unique elements are on the back with a hidden belt channel, side pleats and a western inspired “V” top yoke.
“From the moment I started researching for the film, Schott was front and center,” said Erin Benach, costume designer for “The Bikeriders.” “It’s exciting when an American brand that has been around since the teens is still in existence and even more exciting when the quality is still there. Motorcycle enthusiasts know their history, they know the brands that were legitimate and they know when you’ve done it right.”
“Four generations of my family have been making motorcycle jackets by hand in the USA since the 1920s,” said Jason Schott, chief operating officer and fourth generation family member at SchottNYC. “We’ve been in some of the most iconic American biker films and are honored to be featured in The Bikeriders. Using inspiration from our archives and our turn of the century machines, we created a timeless classic that feels true to the period of the 1960s, but yet modern to be worn today.”
