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    ON THE ROAD / TOUR WARDROBE

    JACKET REQUIRED

    Step inside, walk this way, you've got the best seat in the house and nothing looks better at a live show quite like the right rock-n-roll jacket. When a cool jacket is required, we've found some iconic offerings in our closets. Sleeveless, spiked, or straight-up leather, try some of these classic Leppard looks on for size.

    Look for these icons and click for stories from the band:
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    Studded Black Leather Jacket

    This lush, painted leather jacket was pulled straight from the Def Leppard wardrobe. The designer is the iconic rock fashion label Red Balls On Fire, which had the coolest shops on Melrose in LA, and Kensington in London. It's a perfectly tailored jacket with fringe, studs, and they put a bird on it. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black, Red and Green Leather Jacket

    Just lay your eyes on this striking skulls 'n snakes leather jacket straight from Joe Elliott's personal Def Leppard wardrobe. Joe can be seen wearing this green satin-lined, Jeff Hamilton-designed jacket in the series of 1992 promotional shots for Adrenalize. As evidenced in those snaps, this jacket pairs nicely with snakeskin boots. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Leather Jacket with Gold Accent, Gems and Studs

    A rock star all on its own, this gussied up black leather jacket was made by Red Balls On Fire, which was originally established in 1985 Kensington Market, London. With gold upholstery accents, gems, studs, and a large iron cross design on the back this jacket is ready to hit the stage again. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Jacket with IC Juk Musicfest Shirt

    This 2012 MusicFest Peace Love Rock t-shirt is immortalized on the Viva Hysteria DVD, gracing our own Joe Elliott. It's a special "blinged up version" with Swarovski crystals just for Joe, says designer IBCJUK (Inspired by Claire Jane UK). Here this vibrant v-neck is paired with Joe's sharp military-inspired double breasted black jacket. Peace, Love, and Rock forever. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Leather Jacket with Various Insignia Patches and Studs

    A rockin' black leather jacket with studs and insignia patches galore, including the Salvation Army and Royal Marines. Made by Pippy. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Leather Studded Lapel and Winged Heart Patch Jacket

    This black-leather, Kim Hadleigh jacket has a studded lapel, a winged heart insignia below the front pocket, and red gem and hexagon studs on the shoulders. On the back you'll find a large reflective Harley Davidson insignia, and a small leather patch with a heart. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Kristi Smart Matador Jacket

    This is one sexy matador jacket. This Kristi Smart design features blue and red glitter, red sequins, metal floral accents, and metal chains on top of spider web designs. On the back you'll find more of the same all within a large sequined spider web. The front closes with hooks. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Rocket Video Black Leather Jacket with Embellishments

    Rocket! Yeah! Jacket of Love! Joe Elliott's hand-painted black leather biker jacket worn in the Rocket video. By the brand Excelled, complete with Rock Tiger adorning the back, and "Born a Rocker" demon skull on the left sleeve. In a nice touch, a metal badge with the Elliott family crest lives over the heart, as well as various pins and painted embellishments. Plus, check out the blue painted zip pockets. A jacket to destroy all other jackets. From the collection of Joe Elliott. 

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    Rocket Video Hand-Painted Leather Jacket

    Rocket Video legend! Rick Savage donned this spiked and studded black leather biker jacket for the band's incredible 1988 Rocket video. Fittingly, as Rocket honors some of Del Leppard's biggest musical influences, this punk rock tribute jacket honors some of the greatest punk acts of all time - Conflict, Dr. Know, Mötorhead, Crucifix, and G. B. H - with hand-painted logos over black. Check out the back - it's covered collar to belt with studs. No sitting, only moshing for Sav.  From the collection of Rick Savage.

    ON THE ROAD / TOUR WARDROBE

    JACKET REQUIRED

    Step inside, walk this way, you've got the best seat in the house and nothing looks better at a live show quite like the right rock-n-roll jacket. When a cool jacket is required, we've found some iconic offerings in our closets. Sleeveless, spiked, or straight-up leather, try some of these classic Leppard looks on for size.

    Look for these icons and click for stories from the band:
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    Hard Rock Cafe Leather Jacket

    Nothing says “RocknRoll” like the Hard Rock Cafe! A black leather jacket with zipper pockets, leather lace on sides and leather straps on bottom with a large black embroidery reading “Hard Rock Cafe Mexico” on the back. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Slang jacket

    "Def Leppard Slang" black zip up jacket with brass buttons and embroidered band and album name on the front. The album Slang was first released in May 1996 and is considered the band's most underrated album. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Leather Sleeveless Jacket with Skull and Crossbones Buttons

    A black leather, sleeveless jacket with some dynamite skull and crossbones buttons. The jacket sits atop a brown wool long sleeve shirt with Royal Air Force patches. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Hysteria World Tour Denim Jacket

    A black denim jacket with a red embroidered "Brockum New York-Toronto-London" on the left sleeve, and "Def Leppard Hysteria World Tour 1988" embroidered on front. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Leather Kim Hadleigh Designs Jacket

    A Joe Elliott stunner, this is a black leather jacket with tuning pegs on lapel, musical note stud designs on collar and sleeve, and metal plates on the shoulder and left bicep. There is a Fender plate above the front pocket, and a Fender "F" on the back written in studs. The tag on the jacket reads "Joe Elliot Kim Hadigle jacket with guitar parts on it". From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Rocket Video Rose Bolero Jacket - S. Clark

    Rocket Rose Jacket! Steve Clark's rose-covered bolero jacket was designed by Lorelei Shellist in the pair's New York apartment. Clark rocked this bold jacket for many a live performance and press photo, and most famously in the Rocket video from 1988. A classic Leppard look. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Velvet Jacket

    Jacket required indeed! Black velvet, fourteen button, two pocket, long jacket. Made by Rock and Roll Religion. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Brown Suede Fringe Overcoat

    A wicked brown suede fringe overcoat from British fashion label Workers For Freedom featuring a leather collar and quilted lining. The image of a Chinese dragon adorns the buttons on this sweet coat. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Double Breasted Shortened Trench Coat

    This jacket was worn in the video for Heaven Is @ Ardmore Studios located in Bray County, Wickelow Ireland spring of 1992. Made to impress, this Richard Tyler black double-breasted coat has top lapels, and roped motif on sleeves, pockets, and lapels. The back has a placket. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Pin-Stripped Overcoat

    Joe Elliott must have looked like the essence of rock in this Alexander McQueen black pin-stripped lapel suit-style overcoat. It has two pockets, one button, and two inside pockets. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Beige Snakeskin Overcoat

    This Tummy Figer beige, snakeskin overcoat rocked out with Joe Elliott. You can see the slightly worn contours of a sleek rock legend's frame in this jacket with two pockets outside, and two pockets inside. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Beaded Fringe Tuxedo Jacket

    Slick beaded fringe tuxedo jacket with tailcoat and sewn-on cuffs. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Rocket Video Hand-Painted Leather Jacket

    Rocket Video legend! Rick Savage donned this spiked and studded black leather biker jacket for the band's incredible 1988 Rocket video. Fittingly, as Rocket honors some of Del Leppard's biggest musical influences, this punk rock tribute jacket honors some of the greatest punk acts of all time - Conflict, Dr. Know, Mötorhead, Crucifix, and G. B. H - with hand-painted logos over black. Check out the back - it's covered collar to belt with studs. No sitting, only moshing for Sav.  From the collection of Rick Savage.

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    Black Rose Patch Jacket with Metal Accents - S. Clark

    Steve Clark's rose-embellished cropped jacket with metal accents was designed by Lorelei Shellist in the pair's New York apartment. A classic Leppard stage look. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Light Blue Customized Levi Jacket

    Steve Clark's own customized Levi's distressed light blue denim jacket. Steve wore this classic jean jacket both in press photos, and in his day-to-day. Note all of the personal touches with added chains, rings, pins, costume jewels, stars, and guitars - all affixed for Steve by Lorelei Shellist. Plenty of wear-in, but in good condition. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Guns N' Roses Appetite For Destruction Black Leather Jacket

    This jacket gives you double the fandom! Not only did this leather jacket belong to Rick Allen, but it is also showcasing the Guns 'N' Roses "Appetite For Destruction" cross patch with the bandmates skulls on the front, and the back of the jacket has the Guns 'N' Roses insignia patch with two guns and two roses. Rick got this jacket from them when he saw them in Oakland. From the collection of Rick Allen.

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    Black Denim Rhinestone Jacket

    A black denim jacket with decorative studs and rhinestone accents on the collars and shoulders. A white rhinestone adorned cow skull is on back. Purchased and worn in 2005. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Kristi Smart Matador Jacket

    This is one sexy matador jacket. This Kristi Smart design features blue and red glitter, red sequins, metal floral accents, and metal chains on top of spider web designs. On the back you'll find more of the same all within a large sequined spider web. The front closes with hooks. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Red Adidas Track jacket

    Steve Clark's personal red Adidas brand track jacket with black accents, bold Adidas lettering down one sleeve, and white logo on the breast. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Denim Gap Jacket

    Faded black denim Gap brand jacket from Steve Clark's wardrobe - "Cellar Door presents Def Leppard" embroidered above the breast pocket. Good condition. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Denim Edwin Brand Jacket

    Steve Clark's black denim Hysteria tour jacket with branded buttons and embroidered "Def Leppard Hysteria World Tour 1988" below the front pocket. "Brockum New York Toronto London" emblazoned on the sleeve. This jacket was sturdy enough to withstand the massive globe-covering tour, and cool enough to be a Clark-covering garment. Good condition. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

    31 of 52
    Black, Red and Green Leather Jacket

    Just lay your eyes on this striking skulls 'n snakes leather jacket straight from Joe Elliott's personal Def Leppard wardrobe. Joe can be seen wearing this green satin-lined, Jeff Hamilton-designed jacket in the series of 1992 promotional shots for Adrenalize. As evidenced in those snaps, this jacket pairs nicely with snakeskin boots. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

    32 of 52
    Def Leppard Hysteria Tour 87-88 Jacket

    Love is like a bomber baby, c'mon get it on! Steve Clark's personalized black satin bomber jacket from the Hysteria Tour. Andie Airfix's full color Hysteria artwork graces the back, with "TOUR 87-88" embroidered underneath. On the front, sewn in yellow thread, is a perfect cursive "Steve." Good condition. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Leather Alaia Jacket With Patch Pockets

    Worn by Steve Clark, this black leather jacket zips up the front, and has large patch pockets as well as zipper side pockets. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Light Blue Customized Levi Jacket

    Steve Clark's own customized Levi's distressed light blue denim jacket. Steve wore this classic jean jacket both in press photos, and in his day-to-day. Note all of the personal touches with added chains, rings, pins, costume jewels, stars, and guitars - all affixed for Steve by Lorelei Shellist. Plenty of wear-in, but in good condition. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Leather Jacket With Red Lining

    Steve Clark's very own black leather motorcycle jacket with zip up cuffs, zip up pockets, and buckled waist. Leather perfectly distressed from wear. For a personal touch, note the small safety pin hooked onto the zipper, where the pull tab has come off, most likely from excessive use. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Genuine Leather Jacket

    Steve Clark's own black leather biker jacket by Genuine Leather. Steve wore this jacket both for stage and his day-to-day, hence some signs of wear at the sleeves and back. Zip pockets and sleeves, and an asymmetrical front closure with belt, this jacket suited a rock legend well. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Excelled Painted Leather Jacket

    Joe Elliott's hand-painted black leather biker jacket from Excelled, complete with Rock Tiger adorning the back, and "Born a Rocker" demon skull on the left sleeve. In a nice touch, a metal badge with the Elliott family crest lives over the heart, as well as various pins and painted embellishments. And check out the blue painted zip pockets. A jacket to destroy all other jackets. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Leather Jacket With Mauve Lining

    Steve Clark's black leather motorcycle jacket with asymmetrical zipper and mauve-colored lining by the legendary Gandalf and Company. Perfectly worn sleeves and body, in good condition. Steve can be seen wearing this jacket in many photos, and always wearing it well. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

    39 of 52
    Guns N' Roses Appetite For Destruction Black Leather Jacket

    This jacket gives you double the fandom! Not only did this leather jacket belong to Rick Allen, but it is also showcasing the Guns 'N' Roses "Appetite For Destruction" cross patch with the bandmates skulls on the front, and the back of the jacket has the Guns 'N' Roses insignia patch with two guns and two roses. From the collection of Rick Allen.

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    Brown Leather Park V Bomber Jacket

    Love is like a bomber, baby come and get it on! Steve Clark's brown leather vintage aviator jacket from the Hysteria tour, and his own personal use. Faux fur collar (with plane pin), snap pockets, and rad Def Leppard Hysteria patch on the sleeve. Knit cuffs and waist show wear. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Leather Jacket with Gold Accent, Gems and Studs

    A rock star all on its own, this gussied up black leather jacket was made by Red Balls On Fire, which was originally established in 1985 Kensington Market, London. With gold upholstery accents, gems, studs, and a large iron cross design on the back this jacket is ready to hit the stage again. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

    42 of 52
    White Barabas Jacket

    Looks like Joe Elliott wore down the buttons on this snazzy Barabas jacket. He wore this throughout the tour with KISS in 2014. It is a white collared jacket with blue accents & zippers above pockets and in good condition regardless of the wear. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Brown Leather Liberto Bomber Jacket - S. Clark

    This classic military-style brown leather flight jacket with sheepskin collar, knit cuffs and waistband, and quilted lining belonged to Steve Clark. Steve wore this Liberto bomber both in press photos and in his day-to-day. Frayed at cuffs, waistband, and lining with scuffs in the leather from wear. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Black Leather Jacket with Various Insignia Patches and Studs

    A rockin' black leather jacket with studs and insignia patches galore, including the Salvation Army and Royal Marines. Made by Pippy. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Leather Kim Hadleigh Designs Jacket

    A Joe Elliott stunner, this is a black leather jacket with tuning pegs on lapel, musical note stud designs on collar and sleeve, and metal plates on the shoulder and left bicep. There is a Fender plate above the front pocket, and a Fender "F" on the back written in studs. The tag on the jacket reads "Joe Elliot Kim Hadigle jacket with guitar parts on it". From the collection of Joe Elliott.

    46 of 52
    Black Leather Fringe Jacket

    Made by Nice London, this is a black fringe suede leather jacket with 2 star accents buttons on front, and 3 star accent buttons on back. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Denim Rhinestone Jacket

    A black denim jacket with decorative studs and rhinestone accents on the collars and shoulders. A white rhinestone adorned cow skull is on back. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Bomber Jacket

    This black bomber jacket with detachable fur collar sure must have kept Joe Elliott warm. It is from Joe and Sav's restaurant in Sheffield. Left side of the chest has "The Players Cafe Sheffield U.K." printed in silver and gold. The back of the jacket has text that reads "The Players Cafe Sheffield U.K." also in silver and gold. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Black Double Breasted Trench Coat

    Rock out in this black double-breasted eighteen-button trench coat with velvet trimming along the collar, pockets, button area, lower sleeves, and back button placket. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Brown Leather Bomber Jacket

    Love is like a bomber baby, come and get it on! This Park V brown leather aviator jacket for the Hysteria Tour sports its own Hysteria patch on the sleeve. Signs of wear and distressing, with a tear on the knit cuff and sleeve. From the collection of Joe Elliott.

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    Light Blue Levi Jacket

    Steve Clark's light blue Levi's jean jacket with some gentle distress from wear. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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    Leather Trench coat

    This M. Julian leather trench coat with a leather belt belonged to Steve Clark. Courtesy of the Lorelei Shellist Private Collection.

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