Resident Evil characters dress for survival: tough leather, practical pockets and collars you can turn up against the cold. That is why their jackets work so well outside the games. Whether you are planning a Leon S. Kennedy cosplay for a convention or just want a rugged jacket with a story behind it, here are eight Resident Evil-inspired pieces and how to wear them.
1. Leon S. Kennedy's brown Resident Evil 4 jacket
Leon's distressed brown jacket from Resident Evil 4, worn on his mission in rural Spain, is the most recognisable outfit in the series. The Resident Evil 4 Leon S. Kennedy Leather Jacket has a shearling-style shirt collar, a front zip, several pockets and a soft viscose lining, and you can choose faux or genuine leather. Wear it with a dark top, cargo trousers and boots for the full cosplay, or with jeans and a plain tee every day.
2. Leon's black leather bomber with a shearling collar
If you prefer black, the Leon S. Kennedy Inspired Premium Black Leather Bomber Jacket gives the same tactical feel with a soft black faux-fur collar. It comes in faux or genuine leather and looks just as good with black jeans and boots as it does at a convention.
3. Leon's black jacket from Infinite Darkness
In the animated series Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness, Leon swaps the shearling for a clean black jacket. The Resident Evil Leon Kennedy Infinite Darkness Leather Jacket keeps it simple with a stand-up collar, a front zip and practical pockets, and it runs from 3XS to 5XL in faux or genuine leather. It is the easiest pick on this list to wear as an everyday black jacket.
4. Luis Serra's brown leather jacket
Luis Serra Navarro, Leon's charming ally in Resident Evil 4, has one of the most stylish jackets in the game. The Dr. Luis Serra Navarro Resident Evil 4 Leather Jacket pairs rich brown leather with a lapel collar, decorative detailing, multiple pockets and zip cuffs. It makes a great duo costume next to a Leon jacket.
5. Ethan Winters' hooded jacket from Village
Ethan Winters' look in Resident Evil Village is built for a snowy European winter. The Resident Evil Village Ethan Winters Jacket is beige cotton with a soft faux shearling lining, an attached hood, a zip and snap-button front and plenty of utility pockets, so it doubles as a warm everyday winter coat.
6. Chris Redfield's A-2 flight jacket
For a more classic military feel, the Chris Redfield Flight Jacket from Made in Heaven takes the WWII A-2 shape, with a shirt-style collar and rib-knit cuffs and hem, in dark brown real leather inspired by the "Made in Heaven" nose art. Wear it with a henley, dark jeans and boots.
7. William Levy's jacket from Resident Evil: The Final Chapter
From the films, the William Levy Resident Evil: The Final Chapter Leather Jacket captures the movie's post-apocalyptic style with a distressed brown finish and military-inspired details. You can choose faux or genuine leather.
8. Alyssa Ashcroft's red trench coat
For women, the Alyssa Ashcroft Resident Evil: Requiem Red Trench Coat is a dark red cotton trench with a lapel collar, a button front and a soft viscose lining, inspired by the investigative reporter from the Resident Evil series. It works for cosplay and as a smart autumn coat.
How to choose your Resident Evil jacket
- Faux or genuine leather: several of these jackets let you choose on the product page. Faux leather is lighter and costs less, while genuine leather is heavier and softens with wear. Our guide to genuine vs faux leather jackets explains the difference.
- Fit: think about what you will wear underneath. A cosplay outfit with a holster or harness may need a little more room, so check our leather jacket size guide and the size chart.
- Timing: standard jackets are dispatched within 2–3 business days with free worldwide shipping, and made-to-measure pieces take 2–3 weeks to make, so order a few weeks before a convention.
- Care: wipe leather with a soft cloth and condition it now and then. See how to care for a leather jacket.
Resident Evil jacket FAQs
Which Leon Kennedy jacket is the most recognisable?
The brown Resident Evil 4 jacket with the shearling-style collar is the one most fans picture. For a cleaner, everyday look, the black Infinite Darkness jacket is easier to wear.
Can I wear these jackets outside of cosplay?
Yes. Most are plain, well-cut leather or cotton jackets, so they work with jeans and boots every day.
Can you make a Resident Evil jacket that isn't listed?
Yes. Email reference images and your measurements to support@hollywoodjacket.com for a free custom quote.
See more character outerwear in our cosplay-inspired jackets collection and our movie-inspired leather jackets guide.
All jackets are inspired by Resident Evil characters and are not official or endorsed merchandise.