I'm a Thrifting Expert—This Is the Trending Item I'm So Glad I Bought
Each month, a differentBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK editor shares one of their favourite pre-loved buys. Up first, news writer Natalie Munro and the leather bomber jacket she keeps getting compliments on.


There’s nothing better than being complimented on an item that you consider a really special discovery. Sometimes that’s a bargain, sometimes it’s an unknown brand, but most commonly for theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK editors, it’s something secondhand. Each month, a different editor will share the pre-loved buy they’re proud they managed to track down for The Thrift List, providing guidance and inspo should you be looking for something similar.
Up first, it’s news writer Natalie Munro, a longtime secondhand-shopping devotee whose wardrobe mostly contains clothes and accessories living their next best life.
My friends have learned to approach questions about my outfits with a certain cautious curiosity, because the answer is rarely as simple as a quick high-street link. More often than not, I’ll launch into a detailed breakdown of a particularly fruitful charity shop haul or share the many Vinted search terms I tested before unearthing my latest gem. The truth is, some of the best pieces in my wardrobe are secondhand, and tracking them down is one of my favourite hobbies.
My latest success story? A vintage leather bomber jacket that's racking up compliments on every outing. Ever since Saint Laurent’s spring/summer 2025 runway show back in September, I’ve had my sights set on this very silhouette—a nod to classic aviation styles, reimagined in deep black leather. Sleek, minimal and impossibly cool, it’s the kind of jacket I find myself reaching for over blazers right now—easygoing yet elevated and perfect for the unpredictable spring weather.
Of course, I wasn’t looking for just any leather bomber. I had a specific shape in mind: voluminous through the body, cinched at the hem and with a high neckline to give it that slightly cocooned silhouette. A few weeks of diligent searching followed; my secondhand-shopping method always involves a bit of patience and plenty of platform-hopping. I checked multiple resale sites, set alerts for my keywords and let the algorithm catch onto my mission. Eventually, it paid off. I scored a vintage St. Michael leather bomber on Vinted for just £25. A true treasure.
Secondhand shopping is a labour of love, which is part of the appeal, and when it comes to shopping for leather in particular, it’s always my preferred route. Nearly every leather piece I own—jackets, belts, boots—has been sourced secondhand. Not only is leather incredibly durable, but as a longtime vegetarian, it’s also the only way I can reconcile my love for the material. I still get the chic look and feel, but with a little less guilt attached.
If you've also been tempted by the season's chicest leather bomber jackets, why not start by shopping pre-loved? I've rounded up some of the best secondhand leather bomber jackets available now, so scroll down to find your prize.
SHOP PRE-LOVED LEATHER BOMBER JACKETS:
Style with denim or pair with a voluminous white skirt for contrast.
A boxy leather jacket is ideal for these chilly transitional days.
Layer this popular Acne Studios style over a simple white tee or style with a slinky slip dress.

Natalie Munro isBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.
With an interest in uncovering Wholesale Replica Bag fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing ’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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