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Swim suits that are mostly not for swimming but for merely looking good by the pool, beach or blue lagoon. We make them to order for a custom fit in leather or suede (chamoise suede is most popular), in combinations with beads, feathers, fringe and natural edged flaps, applique and patchwork…we even make swim trunks [...]
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Here’s a shot from a Leather Waves 1897 photo shoot at Corral Beach. The outfit was made from two colors of goat suede, Coral and Turquoise reminiscent of the Santa Fe look that was popular then and continues to be now. Harem pants, tank top with fringe and a tiny fitted sleeveless jacket to [...]
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If you were giving an incredible bottle of wine as a gift, this would be the cover that would always be remembered. A leather or suede drawstring bag with a faux fur lining, tied with a satin cord. Or just display it on your favorite bottle in your wine room or on a wine rack. [...]
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I’m proud to say this wonderful and talented man is my cousin, Steve Wynn. Known to his fans around the world as the lead guitar and songwriting maven of Dream Syndicate and the Baseball Project. In 1994 he modeled and played in this slightly outrageous snakeskin print leather jacket for me and Leather Waves. [...]
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So adorable and cute, fun to look back on, N.M. and her daughter J.M. modeling a spring look for Leather Waves circa 1985. Leather, suede, satin, crinolin and knit comprise these custom outfits. Baby leather jean jacket and matching skirt, Womens casual 3/4 length sleeve leather jacket and matching ballerina skirt. Oh, and shoulder [...]
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Jackie Robbins and Jeff Herrera in their “Leather Waves” at the Malibu Playhouse last Friday night for the opening of “Blood Knot”. An engaging play about 2 brothers from South Africa, directed by our dear and generally fabulous friend Mr. Lou Gossett Jr.
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My good friend D.B. had a motorcycle jacket from the 1960s that he loves so much, wore it to just about to death, and it was actually getting a bit small. He pleadingly asked, could you remake this for me? Yes, of course, and so we began the journey of re-creating his favorite jacket. D. chose [...]
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So now it’s time to make a linning and sew it to the finished shell of this Deeerskin Cafe Racer Jacket for D. B. I use a heavy satin lining because it’s durable and wears well and because it’s shiny it so easy to slip in and out of, so it’s dark and slick. I [...]
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My good friend D.B. had a motorcycle jacket from the 1960s that he loves so much, wore it to just about to death, and it was actually getting a bit small. He pleadingly asked, could you remake this for me? Yes, of course, and so we began the journey of re-creating his favorite jacket. I [...]
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White leather and Spring in London 1984. Big yellow leather shopping bag, narrow and skinny leather jeans and leather jacket. Best stuff to travel with, count on looking great no matter where you go, or what shoes you pair it with. Lots of fun memories. You can still “get it”, custom made at Leather [...]
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Ready now to make the lining. I chose something fun and spirited yet in the same color tones to give the jacket a little flair. Next the leatherbound buttonholes finish off the front with large wooden buttons that have tiny daisys carved into them, that brings all the elements together and adds the finishing touch [...]
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This jacket had 2 lives! I made it the first time and felt there were some details missing that I could do better and then remade it a second time adding some touches that really made it shine! I had an original design and cut it from some amazing distressed lambskin leather that I loved [...]
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This jacket had 2 lives! I made it the first time and felt there were some details missing that I could do better and then remade it a second time adding some touches that really made it shine! I had an original design that I sketched and made a pattern for. Then I cut a [...]
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Now this is the way to wear white leather in my humble opinion. Or, at least, the way we wore it in 1980. R.C. was my top male model model/muse (can a boy be a muse?), anyway I modeled all my male Leather Waves on him in those days. I mean….why wait for Memorial [...]
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Let’s finish the washed leather motorcycle jacket now. Once the shell was completed I began the lining. All black satin with two pockets one on each side with snap closures, our label and something new that this client requested. He wanted a vintage label with a picture on it. At first I was not sure [...]
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J.K. had a special jacket in mind when he came to me a couple of months ago. He had seen some jackets made in “washed leather” and loved the look and feel of the skins. He had always desired a motorcycle looking jacket, and with the new purchase of a sportscar he felt he was [...]
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J.K. doesn’t ride a motorcycle, but really wanted a cool “motorcycle looking” jacket for a sporty look in his wardroble, and to wear while driving his new cool MiniCooper sportscar. He saw some washed leather jackets in local store that he thought were cool, and asked for this type of skin. The skin has a [...]
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Leather Waves circa 1983, with my old friend J.H. and sadly can’t remember the sexy redheads name….I was doing alot of pink leather at the time, it was kind of punk. He wears a pink leather double-breasted sportscoat with mother of pearl buttons, she wears a a zipp front hip length cocoon styled jacket [...]
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*Welcome back for part #2 of the making of the newest Leather Purse for Spring 2013 *Here you will see that I used those stitched leather strips to tie-down the metal details to the staps, this gives the bag a bouncy fun look. I love tying things to bags because when the person who is [...]
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Taken in the year 2000, this is a famous photo around Leather Waves. My daughter Cheyenne and our new puppy Lucy Ricardo, modeled turquoise suede and faux fur matching jackets for my newly created “Leather Waves Babe” line of children’s leather clothing. Lucy passed yesterday of old age, 14 years or about 98 in [...]
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Vintage picture of the day….Grand Canyon 1990. I snapseeded this, adding some drama, although who needs drama at the Grand Canyon! Riding my Harley was a blast in those years, and even more special because I’d make amazing leathers to ride in. This jacket was very cool with it’s cowhide fur lining and fringes, [...]
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Leather Waves Vintage Picture of the Day…J.H. wearing a strapless leather dress with details including jeweled zipper and leather trimmed piping and side slash pockets. Leather clutch and darling Pug! Circa 1987
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So finally the exterior of the jacket is complete and now I start making the lining which is a complete jacket in itself. Special pockets made to the clients specifications and a new “Leather Waves Motorcycle” vintage label is sewn in by customer request. Attaching the lining to the leather is tricky and slow-going. All [...]
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Yes, this leather Sports Coat is 12 years old, and it is owned and loved by real rock star, one of the best rock guitar players in the business. I believe I made this for him in 1999 or 2000. It was sent over to me for it’s first repair in all these years, something [...]
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Once past the fitting, pattern making and cutting stages of the project I can now begin construction. The first part involves installing pockets, which are quite detailed, the zipper and putting the main body pieces together. Next I make the collar, an important part of this particular jacket because the neck of the client needs [...]
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I showed you this rugged leather windbreaker for J.H. last week, now I will show you the process we took for making the jacket. J. loves his black nylon windbreaker that fits him in a roomy and flattering way. It’s design is perfect for J.’s boxy, atheletic build and really comfortable for him to wear. [...]
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Last night, quite by chance I watched a new film about an old Friend of Leather Waves, Jonathan Winters. It weaves a crazy, funny and deeply touching story/portrait of Comedy, Painting, Movie Making, The World of Art and Aging. Bravo, Mr. Winters, you still strike an awesome pose on the edge! love this movie, http://www.certifiablyjonathan.com Mr. [...]
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This handsome guy is my boyfriend Jeff and he looks good in everything. He was wanting a nice leather jacket that had the shape of his favorite windbreaker, which I know well. So I designed a jacket for him that had that shape and similar fit but added some modern details that made it look [...]
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I love going out with handsome guys that wear my leather jackets and are SO HAPPY ABOUT IT, like these two. Nice Valentine, thank you Jeffie and Joel!
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Colorblock from the 1980′s…black and white is always so stunning in fashion, we see designers using it over and over, every few years. It’s a modern concept. That’s me in 1982, in my first store in the Malibu Country Mart, I do believe I could still wear that dress today! Black suede and white [...]
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Lucky me, I was invited to accompany the beautiful, stunning and talented actress Ms. Julie Carmen to a screening of the John Cassevetes film “Gloria” at the impressive and exciting LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art), Valentines Day, this last Friday night. Julie was acknowledged for her role in the film classic. [...]
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Ready to wear for V-Day, sexy and sweet in red leather! Here you can see the final details to the dress. A matching silk ruffle defining the bottom and the overall shape with black leather edging. This is where every stitch makes a difference. The design of the belt with six rows of stitching. And [...]
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The next steps on this journey of creating the Valentines Day Dress involved cutting the pieces out and sewing some of the main ones together. I found a great silk de chine fabric that I thought really highlighted the red lizard print on the faux leather and I loved the combination of the black grey [...]
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I wanted to design and make a dress for Valentines Day. Something hot and stylish. I started off with some perforated red lamb suede, but then had a change of HEART, and decided to make something new for my “no-animal” line of leather goods. I had purchased some faux leather fabric that was a beautiful [...]
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Love is so tempting, yes? So I made a red leather Valentines Day dress this year. Interestingly enough it’s actually made from “no-animal” fabrics but I’ve constructed and sewn it in my typical leather working manner. Look for our next “In the Shop” Episode #3 where Jackie will take you through the process of designing [...]
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Love is so tempting, yes? So I made a red leather Valentines Day dress this year. Interestingly enough it’s actually made from “no-animal” fabrics but I’ve constructed and sewn it in my typical leather working manner. Pieces of printed silk are interspersed on the bodice, hem, and trim along the exposed zipper. The zipper [...]
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Yes, this leather Sports Coat is 12 years old, and it is owned and loved by real rock star, one of the best rock guitar players in the business. I believe I made this for him in 1999 or 2000. It was sent over to me for it’s first repair in all these years, something [...]
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This is one of my most valued celeb pictures of the incredible Ms. Celine Dion, I date this picture around 1989 and it was on her very first trip to the US that Celine discovered my shop while visiting Malibu. I made her a few things, one being this fashion motorcycle jacket in acid pink [...]
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Leather Waves, “in the shop” with Jackie Robbins invites you in to experience the process with custom leather designer Jackie Robbins. Step In; View, Like and Share if you love leather and the creative brilliance of this leather-making-master! www.facebook.com/leatherwaves
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Street wise and leather savvy, the leather long coat is always seen in the city. I love the leather long coat because no matter what you are wearing underneath it looks great. I’ve made numerous leather long coats in a great variety of styles, for men and women. In cold weather the leather long [...]
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Street wise and leather savvy, the leather long coat is always seen in the city. I love the leather long coat because no matter what you are wearing underneath it looks great. I’ve made numerous leather long coats in a great variety of styles, for men and women. In cold weather the leather [...]
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Having coffee this morning with one of my oldest friends in Malibu, Louis Gossett Jr.talking about the “end of our old world”, and the dawn of our new world, our perspectives, our priorities, our evolution, and Erasism….lovely good stuff for holiday contemplation, celebration and renewal….I’ve been making clothes for Lou since the late [...]
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Al I can say is FUCKIN AWESOME!!! So Much.. Too Much…. FUN Today Jackie!!! priceless! thank you Jackie… killer piece of art! Love you Jackie! Had a blast Rockin your gorgeous leathers yesterday!! They truly make one feel like a “Rock Star”!! Xo-S
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Beautiful and Sexy Shannon, star of local band “Karma Dealers” models this awesome, rockin’ deerskin leather suit. Hand cut matching lace accentuates all the seams. The tight and sexy fit is unmistakably Rock and Roll! Go to our products page and see the suit for sale in “Women’s Leather”. You can also custom order [...]
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This awesome rock and roll clothing outfit is made from deerskin leather. The rock and roll clothing look is created by Jackie Robbins for a local band member here in Malibu CA. Hand stitched and laced deerskin pants are tight and sexy rock and roll clothing. The hand laced deerskin jacket screams style in [...]
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This suede sports coat is made from a very unique suede that is has a swirl pattern applied to the surface in a combination of subdued colors on a black background. The lapels were done in contrasting black leather, giving the piece an elegant flair. This client dressed it up with a leather bowtie [...]
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Have a suede sportscoat made to your specifications. Jackie Robbins will custom fit your suede sportscoat. So many suedes to choose from for a suede sports coat. Styling and choice of leathers for your suede sportscoat entirely up to you. Excellent craftsmanship on your suede sportscoat, guaranteed satisfaction every time. Call us about your [...]
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This mens leather sportcoat has a few original features and custom details. Made from a soft but substantial deerskin leather it is a dark expresso color. The skins can be reversed if you prefer the deerskin suede. The stitching is a deep burgundy color and there are metal buttons that include silver and gold [...]
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This mens leather sportcoat has a few original features and custom details. Made from a soft but substantial deerskin leather it is a dark expresso color. The skins can be reversed if you prefer the deerskin suede. The stitching is a deep burgundy color and there are metal buttons that include silver and gold [...]
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This custom leather outfit includes custom fitted leather pants and a sleeveless Nehru styled sleeveless knee length jacket. The leather is a finished slightly distressed pigskin, very light and soft. There is a matching leather belt, with a removable pouch that can be used as needed to eliminate carrying a handbag. Made to order [...]
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This women’s leather jumpsuit was made by custom order in a soft black lambskin. Zippered up the front for easy access. Sleeveless so a variety of different tops can be worn underneath, or in a much more daring way with nothing under. The beauty of this piece is that it was made to the [...]
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At Leather Waves, every custom leather product is made by the skillful hands of Jackie Robbins. Her expertise in custom leather work spans 5 decades. Known widely for her incredible talents in translating client specifications into custom leather items for her clients is renown. If you have ever wanted a custom leather jacket that [...]
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At Leather Waves, designer Jackie Robbins will translate any of her work or custom orders in faux leather, giving those clients who do not want to wear skins a choice. Jackie will make faux leather bags and faux leather clothing. Faux leather is a fabric that imitates or mimics leather, suede and fur. For [...]
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Men’s double breasted coat made from supple but incredibly durable goat skin in a deep choclate expresso color. Metal buttons with deep spacious pockets, the perfect winter accessory. Fully lined with thick black satin it is luxurious to wear and looks great with everything. Thank you to the gorgeous and delightful Phillip Keene for bringing [...]
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Custom leather coat is our speciality at Leather Waves. This is our newest custom leather coat. Double breasted custom leather coat with metal button details. Custom leather coat in choclate expresso brown goat skin. Custom leather coat made to your specifications by Jackie Robbins.
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Suede jackets that match for children and their dogs! We make custom childrens leather jackets and custom dogs leather jackets. Childrens leather jackets is a favorite for designer Jackie Robbins, she’ll make any style childrens leather jacket, for your child any size. Dogs leather jackets are fun to match with their owners. [...]
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Hello Jackie! Please add me to your mailing list and love your items! Please add this to your Recommendations/Love Your Stuff category asap: “Having been to Jackie’s awesome studio in Malibu, her wonderful colourful leather hairbands she made for me are still going strong! They have no color depletion, have been using them for 27 [...]
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Jackie is one of the most resilient people I know. She started her own company, and it just keeps getting better and better!!! She cares about what you want and makes it happen.”
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Jackie is one of the most highly creative individuals I have ever met. I whole heartily recommend her for any and all creative endeavors.
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Jackie has served her customers for a long long time with consistent and dependable service. It’s mainly her creativity that will spark your attention. All of her designs are exceptional and will garner many compliments from those that will admire her work.”
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I am pleased to provide this recommendation for the very talented Jackie Robbins. I have been her customer at Leather Waves. Her work is superb – creative and beautifully executed.”
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Ciao bella, I love your leather pants and my wife enjoys all of your dresses, and one of them bought many years ago was a real attraction at the Lyric in Chicago. It has been a while since I came to your store on top of the hill in Malibu, but if I come back [...]
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This one is a classic, have it done anyway you want it, choose the leather or suede, color and texture. You can even have it done in “no-animal” leather, the possibilities are endless at Leather Waves!
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This leather motorcycle jacket is a classic, have a leather motorcycle jacket done anyway you want it, choose the leather or suede, color and texture for your unique and individual leather motorcycle jacket. You can even have a leather motorcycle jacket done in “no-animal” leather, the possibilities for leather motorcycle jacketsare endless at [...]
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Distressed leather jacket with a new twist, a bit longer with a “swing back”. The roominess of the body is comfortable and easy to wear over a variety of tops and light weight sweaters. Several large artful buttons close the jacket but it hangs easily when open too. A subdued full lining in [...]
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This women’s suede swing coat style jacket is lined with faux fur in a tiger print. The colors are pale puce with darker shades and black combined in the fur trim. The jacket has a loose hood, cuffed sleeves and a large rolled out lapel which can be pulled together and wrapped one side over [...]
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Jackie Robbins is an expert in custom leather craft. If you are looking to have custom leather craft, talk to Jackie Robbins. Custom leather craft is an area of expertise that Jackie has acquired over nearly forty years in the business.
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Will leather goods always be around? Of course, the durability of leather is unsurpassed, will leather goods be any better than those provided by Jackie Robbins, Leather Waves, we doubt it! Check us out we will make you the best leather goods you’ve ever seen!
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White leather, thin and lightweight, in a flattering short-waisted fitted vest, that laces up the front. The skirt has a rolled waist with easy elastic that pulls on over the hip and is gored to give the flair appearance around the bottom.
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This Cafe-Racer styled motorcycle jacket for women is sleek and form fitting. In a thick but soft cowhide leather and fully lined with interior pockets. Zippered front with no outer pockets and completely fitted bust, waist and neckline. The corset style lacing in the back panel can be left alone for the “look” or [...]
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I made this suede jacket/coat by custom order from a woman that wanted men’s styling. We made it a bit more body conforming with the seaming down front and back. Then added some interest with the X style lacing across the yokes.
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Stunning Silver short double-breasted trench coat. With signature Leather Waves pewter buttons, slash pockets and large collar and lapel. Shown here with simple black leather slacks
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Beautiful, thin and lightweight chamois suede fashioned into simple flared pants with a 3/4 sleeve blouse and multi-strand belt to finish the outfit.
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Suede Jean cut pants with fly front and metal studded waistband
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Brilliant colors crocheted into a patch worked sweater with leather ties at upper arm, with a laser cut cowhide belt in matching colors and a cheated hat with a leather tie in the brim.
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This bikini is a version of the Leather Waves classic. Patch worked triangle top and and string bottom out of our favorite suede for swim wear, chamois, in it’s most famous shade of pale yellow. There is a small loose flap on the front of the bottom and the strings draw through front and back [...]
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Suede Cargo pants can be made in a variety of shapes and styling and have been a very hip fashion for almost a decade. We’ve made a lot of them! So many pocket options is appealing, and this style in suede is elegant too. The shape of these is loose and comfortable. Fully [...]
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Fanny Packs went out of style almost 2 decades ago but have you noticed that people still love the idea of a bag that does not have to be held, yet fastens to your person…. which pretty much eliminates one losing it. Someway or another I think it’s a fashion idea that won’t die. My [...]
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This fitted women’s leather jacket was designed to replace a business look with the hip quality of being leather. Four pockets and fitted to the body with a darkly hidden zipper and side buckle straps that further accentuate the waistline. Made by Jackie Robbins [...]
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We began experimenting with the “cut-edge” in our garments which showed the edge of the leather without being finished (rolled and stitched). Instead the edge is cut and stitched to the facings showing the raw edge of the material in contrast to other parts of the styling and are applied in layers. 3 shades [...]
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This is a sweater that is created with crocheted squares and then trimmed and finished with suede, buttoning down the front.The hat employs the same combination of materials, with a short suede skirt that mimics the buttoning of the sweater. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 2003
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A pant that has been well loved at Leather Waves, made many times in many colors for both Men and Women. Multiple pockets, low waisted with metal rings and roller buckles. Easy, full legs and front fly zipper. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 2003
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Classic golden deerskin in patchwork, styled in a simple vest. Laced up the front. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 2003
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Snakeskin print on suede is made into a lace-up corset style vest with quilted satin lining, along with same suede shorts with slash pockets and double snap waistband. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 2003.
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Beautiful hand to this thin English Cowhide in a deep rich chocolate brown. Slightly belled sleeves and classic collar, about hip length. Custom made by Jackie Robbins circa 2003
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This great leather jumpsuit zipped up the front, it’s simplicity showing off the fine and soft lambskin leather. Shown with a 3″ wide studded belt and belt buckle in gold colored metal on chocolate brown cowhide. Custom Made by Jackie Robbins circa 2003.
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Metallic fabric combined with purple suede in a flame pattern across front and back yokes with matching suede belt and pouch purse. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1992.
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This is one of the first poof-style bottom we made, very short and sexy in a strapless black leather dress, in softest black lambskin. On top a cowhide fur jacket dyed in electric blue. Custom made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1992
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Another of the Bolero Jackets, it was very popular for us, and check out those shoulder pads…gotta love the 90′s! We began combining black leather with distressed brown leather and it looked really good, distressed leather was just making it’s debut and we used it alot…..a pre-cursor that brought on the look of “grunge”. [...]
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Wow, what an amazing individual Mr. Newman was. He’s the definition of Kismet, so charming and those blue eyes, enough to leave the seamstress almost speechless. It was an honor to work for the man, he was so very kind and appreciated the work immensely. He taught me about the color Gold-Green and how [...]
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This beautiful pleated dark and rich red suede is made into a short swing style jacket with a tank top and long slim skirt. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1991.
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We can not help but call it classic, because it became the way we expected suede bikinis to look. Sexy and touchable, kind of Tarzan and Jane, we’ve made them for years and still do! Custom Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1991.
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We used a beautiful hand woven fabric from Indonesia that had little mirrors sewn into it mixed with a vibrant green suede and trimmed with burgundy suede details, included is a drawstring pouch styled bag to match. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1991.
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I just love this woman! We worked together for years and I adored making her clothes. This outfit was one of the most infamous, made from the most lush french hair-on calf. It draped like a piece of velvet. Black Lambskin in the lapels wast and yoke of the skirt. We even made cowhide boots [...]
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This one piece suede swimsuit is sexy and soft, made of pale pink chamoise with braided ties and fringe details, the back is completely open, and the bottom low cut. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1986.
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The Perfect Leather Jacket….probably the item most considered when people think of making a leather purchase. My experience says that fit is everything. How should a leather jacket fit? It needs to be comfortable first and for-most. What makes a leather jacket comfortable. Has to be roomy in the shoulders and chest, don’t forget [...]
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Another one of our Suede Dresses combined with Knit. Classic sheath styling with matching suede belt. Luscious Lilac suede mixed with a textured deep v-neck knit insert. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1985.
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More white lambskin leather with the slightest finish and sheen, easy to wipe off and keep clean. Our bolero jacket with a simple white leather sleeveless dress that snaps up the front with our multi-concho 3″wide belt. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1985.
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Another of our Suede and knit pieces. A maxi-length lambskin suede narrow dress with three quarter sleeves and knit insert at neckline. Matching suede head wrap with ceramic rose buckle. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1985.
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We did alot of white leather this year, and we wanted to include the men. We used white lambskin that was finished and not matte, so that you could wipe it off with a wet cloth and keep it clean. The jacket was a men’s bolero cut kind of [...]
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Leather Bomber jacket of finished gray lambskin lined with shearling fur, zippered front and side slash pockets. Leather pants in matching leather with belt. Made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves circa 1985.
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One of our popular bolero cut leather jackets and fitted to the hip leather skirt that then fairs to the knees, the hat was covered in the matching suede and printed with folds leather trim. By Jackie Robbins circa 1984
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Hello, I’m Jackie Robbins and I design and hand make my leather products in my Malibu “Leather Waves” Studio here in sunny southern California. This is a short overview of my business. I welcome you to my site and hope that you will continue to visit and become an official Leather Waves “Leather Lover”! [...]
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“Throughout the many years that I have known Jackie, I have been impressed with her professionalism and cutting-edge creativity that she brings to her designs. If you are looking for one of a kind creations that make a huge statement, you need look no further than Jackie’s Leather Waves.”
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I received the Hobo Bag right after Thanksgiving, thank you. I love it. It is perfect, exactly what I wanted. Perfect size, pockets and lining are beautiful. It fits just what I was looking for. I have used it almost every day since I received it. BTW…love that it is animal friendly!!
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Making the decision to hire someone you have never met ,to do something you know nothing about through the internet is scarce. I took a chance, and in the end Iam completely satisfied and my needs are fulfilled beyond. After one conversation with Jackie she impressed me with her confidence, and her level of professionalism. [...]
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I just got the Man Bag. Great job Jackie. Thanks so much for a job well done. One of the goals was to make a bag that did not look like a women’s purse. You accomplished this with great style.
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Hello. I am just rushing out and the package just arrived …I had to open it … – oh, they are super!! I love the little bag and belt is so elegant! Thank you soooo much. Happy Holidays! Liz MacDonald
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Girls zippered suede jacket with faux-fur cuffs and snap closed A-line skirt. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2003
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This was our famous A-line suede skirt for girls…we even made them for women. The daisy emblem was used on a full line of childrens suede clothing. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2003
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Simple vest with leather ties and snap front skirt in our famous A-line snap skirt. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2004
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Childs leather jacket, fully lined with 4 patch pockets, bell sleeves with zippered front. Custom Made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2004
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Black leather pants for children. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2003
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Child’s western wear for show and competition. Including Leather Studded Jacket, Leather studded pants, concho belts, multi-colored suede shirt, leather vest and leather chaps. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2003
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Child’s suede fringed jacket with patch pockets and snap front. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2002
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Matching Suede Jackets for Child and Dog. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2000
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I loved making these outfits for Mother and Daughter. The little one wears a decorated denium skirt and Jacket, and Mom wears a Leather Jacket and Mini Skirt. Custom Made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1994
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This is the smallest leather jacket I make. It’s the Baby Deerskin Fringed Jacket, 0-6 months. Most adorable and a family keepsake treasure. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1993
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This interesting suede imprinted in silver on black in a stylized bird and flora pattern is made into a simple no-button Jacket with suede piping, and 3/4 length sleeves, this jacket style is this clients favorite, she also provided a turn-of-the-century metal purse closure that I re-made with the matching suede. Custom made by Jackie [...]
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Custom made suede jeans made to order by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2011
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Cowhide Leather Backpack in black with white piping and straps. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2011
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Printed pattern on Lamb Suede in a cap sleeved Vest/sleeveless Coat with matching covered buttons. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2011
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Leather outfits created for Western Show Riding Competition. Includes, leather and cowhide chaps, leather pants, jacket, shirt, vest and belts. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2003
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Men’s Leather Western-Cut Fringed Jacket, one antler button, patch pockets, concho belt detail on the back. By jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2003
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Suede fringed jacket with matching vest and midi-skirt. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2003
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The Cut-Away Bolero Jacket, Purse and Dress was brilliantly constructed of delicately embroidered lapis blue lamb skin with metallic threads and moon-stone colored beads, a bronze leather lining and iridescent royal blue taffeta silk. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2002
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Smooth white lamb leather slightly pearlized in a small fitted jacket with grommeted lacing in shoulders and up front closing, with matching strait mini skirt with grommeted lacing in the side slits. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2002
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Women’s full-length camo print Suede Coat trimmed in Olive long-hair Mongolian Sheepskin and lined with floral satin, and Leather Pants with cross-stitch lacing up the sides. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2002
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The Ladies are wearing a tie-dye suede tie-front jacket with crocheted bell sleeves . The Gentleman wears a Suede Painter’s coat with a shaggy finish, it has two large patch pocket and 3 buttons with black leather pants. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2002
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Full length Shearling coat with bell sleeve in windowpane cut with Patchwork pants in a variety of different red leathers and suedes. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2002
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He’s wearing an unlined leather shirt and pants in distressed leather. She’s wearing a metal grommet detailed vest and pants with a crocheted halter vest. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2002
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Full length plonget leather Trenchcoat, soft and light as a feather, slash pockets, wide lapel and turned cuffs. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 2001
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Blanket Coat make from Pendelton woven blanket material, with Leather collar cuffs and belt. In a wrap style with large patch pockets. Men’s or Womens. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1990
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Men’s Perforated Suede short sleeved Shirt with smooth leather trim and snap close detail. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1990.
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White leather bikini, with natural flaps and edges, bandeau top, string bottom. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1990
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On him, pinstripped Leather Blazer, leather tie and leather trousers. On her pinstripped Leather strait Skirt, with wide leather belt. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1992
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This suede dress was sewn in long strips of black suede and fitted to the body. 3/4 length puffed sleeves, mandarin collar and fuller skirt from the thigh. Model is holding a Photo Album sewn in the same stripping style. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1990
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Leather Long Rider Coats for men and women. Men’s is single breasted with Leather Waves signature pewter buttons. Women’s is double breasted with Leather Waves signature pewter buttons. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1990
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Moulded leather with spiral bumps black on black goatskin. Small fitted jacket and short skirt with gold buttons. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1990
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Pinstripped black on chestnut Nu-Buck Leather in a updated Trenchcoat Style, extra large collar and lapel and shoulders. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1990
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Suede Bolero Jacket lined with guatemalan tapestry print cotton, matching suede midi-skirt with rollover waistband and large patch pockets trimmed with same print cotton fabric and suede belt with ceramic flower buckle. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1984
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Mens collarless unlined jacket with patch pockets and snap front closures. Suede Pants in fitted slim style. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1984
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Shearling lining in a patchworked print Leather long-waisted Jacket with slash pockets and 3/4 sleeves. Matching snakeskin print Leather skirt. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1984
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Suede tank top with spaghetti straps with leather pencil skirt, complimented with a wide snake skin contoured belt. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1984
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Printed suede Nehru Jacket with leather pencil skirt. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1984
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Leather Blouse with wide leopard print suede belt. Leather and Suede hat and shoulder Bag. Suede leopard print wrap skirt. By Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1982
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Short waisted western styled women’s shearling coat. Leather fringe and piping, patch pockets and antler buttons. Custom made by Jackie Robbins Leather Waves circa 1982
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“Leather Waves” was established in 1975 at the Malibu Country Mart, the exclusive shopping area that neighbors famous Malibu Colony Beach, in sunny southern California. Jackie Robbins’, Leather Waves’ in house designer, has been making personalized cutting-edge fashion for the most discerning individuals at this location for 30 years. It is easy to say [...]
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Suede shirt with 3/4 sleeve with fully gathered suede harem pants to match, by Jackie Robbins, made at Leather Waves in the Malibu Country Mart, circa 1981.
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Women’s Black Suede Suit, waist length jacket with a matching strait skirt with thigh high side slits, also shown medium sized Clutch handbag, by Jackie Robbins and made at Leather Waves in the Malibu Country Mart, circa 1981.
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Deerskin Jacket with antler button and patch pockets, circa 1975, by Jackie Robbins, made at Leather Waves in the Malibu Country Mart
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Deerskin Shirt in a “western cut” cut with hand lacing circa 1975 by Jackie Robbins made at Leather Waves in the Malibu Country Mart, Malibu California
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shearling jacket circa 1975 designed by Jackie Robbins and made at Leather Waves in the Malibu Country Mart Malibu California popular womens waist cut jacket for casual outerwear/horse riding
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Just wanted to tell you that I love the bag. I am so glad I found you. I hope the bag lasts for at least 10 years. I would certainly recommend you to others.
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Jackie, like her creations, is a sacred gift to Malibu..and a legend which has grown in grace and beauty. We are blessed to have her wide woman artist spirit!
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Jackie Robbins is one talented lady. Her work with leather is amazing. She has made me fantastic bags and belts. She even took a silver concho belt I never wore and used it as decoration on a purple suede bag. Custom phone holders, dog collars, whats next Jackie? And she is a really nice person [...]
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I have known Jackie and been a customer (as has my entire family, including my dogs for custom halters) since 1982 when she was in her wonderful shop in the old Malibu Country Mart. Not only does Jackie have the most exquisite taste, she is always ready to customize even the smallest detail to suit [...]
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I still wear things that I’ve bought from Jackie 30 years ago and they’re still beautiful. Jackie’s work is exceptional.
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Inspiring article about an exceptional woman! I am so proud of Jackie for using a difficult situation such as the destruction of the Corral fire to turn into an inspirational story for all. You are an admirable businesswoman and a creative artist!
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Jackie is an amazing artist, her leather work, life and endless vesatility from years as a designer have made her a well loved and respected success. I find her so easy to work with and i love her new shop. I highly recommend a visit.
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I’ve seen her work. She’s amazing!
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A beautiful and talented Malibu local, who has a beloved store in the heart of Malibu.
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The clothes Jackie makes are truly incredible works of craftsmanship . Custom made art that you wear , super classy !
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This week I had alot of fun with my friend Alexa Herrera making a pair of chaps for her to go dancing in. She hung-out with me and helped. These photos show our process start to finish.
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When I got home I modeled the new shearling you just made me for my husband and he said it was the most beautiful leather coat he’s ever seen!
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The leather shirt you just made me is my favorite! My singer hates me for getting that shirt… He loves it and says it should be his.
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I just wanted to send you a quick note and tell you how much I’m loving my suede pants and my leather pants. They fit perfectly and are even more comfortable than my old jeans! This is my first experience with custom-made clothing and I think I’m already sold on it. There is something special [...]
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You are indeed a person of many talents. Your sense of design and color is a wonderful gift, and the fact that you bring joy to others through your creative abilities is a wonderful thing. My beautiful red coat and terrific blue pants – such vibrant tones of leather – never cease to give me [...]
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Thank you for the artistry and magic that you brought to this year’s Oscars. ‘Marie Antoinette meets the Rolling Stones’ was a big hit! May there be many more syncronistic occasions for us to share in the spirit of great beauty, love and excitement for new possibility. Mostly I want to thank you for the [...]
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Just a little note to thank you for designing and making my elegant outfit for the Calgary Stampede. I still can’t believe that when I came to you with my idea of what I wanted, you created something which was not only what I had envisioned but surpassed my expectations. You are truly and artist. [...]
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My custom coat fits so well and is so warm that I look forward to cold weather days because they give me a good reason to wear it. Yours Truly, Howard Ziehm Malibu, CA
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In my 38 years I have never been so excited about a pair of pants!! I have never been able to find a perfect fit until now. I’m ready for all my pants to be made by Jackie at Leather Waves-ONE IS NOT ENOUGH!
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I was most impressed by her craft…one of the most special pieces of clothing that I will ever wear…”
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“You give great leather”
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“You do an exceptionally fine design and quality job with your leather and you know how to service your customer.It is a great pleasure to watch your success and growth.”
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Hi Jackie! As you can see, it’s a faked record cover. The tracks listed are a bunch of 1980′s songs that are recommended by Fredrik and Gustaf at Miami. The image is a semi-hidden extra feature. I liked putting your image on the album because it captures a lot of the eighties – the white [...]
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I just wanted to drop you a note to let you know how much I have enjoyed meeting you and “having-a-ball” with you and the creativity that goes on in “inventing” my clothes. It is, in a sense, a way of inventing ourselves and discovering ourselves and discovering who we really are, and showing that, [...]
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Leather Maker Jackie Robbins Practices Sacred Art Jackie Robbins of Malibu has been making leather products for four decades. By Jonathan Friedman Email the author December 28, 2011 Jackie Robbins has had her fair share of setbacks since getting into the leather business more than 40 years ago. But through it all, [...]
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This sexy little black dress is made from the softest and thinest black Plonget cowhide. Light as a feather and matte in finish it drapes the body without hugging it. Fully lined in black matte satin finished fabric and zipps down the back. It has slight puffed and pleat runched elbow length sleeves. The length [...]
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Jackie Robbins Leather Waves Bio for Gilland Fundraiser July 2011
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When did you move to Malibu and why? 1974, I wanted to live close to Nature and grow my own food. I remember hanging out in Topanga as a teenager, and driving up the coast to check out the surf. I’ve never lost the love of that feeling of freedom. I started doing leatherwork, designing and [...]
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Malibu Magazine celebrates their 1 year anniversary. Mia Dinelly, Jackie Robbins, and Janice burns celebrate on April 26th, 2003 (right picture). Karina and Bill Wall attend the anniversary party too! (left picture)
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Little 10 year old Taryn Van Vleet had her leather show outfits custom made by Jackie Robbins at Leather Waves. Taryn went on to win three championship prizes with her horse, “Cody” at the Arizona show, and there is no doubt about it, she wore those outfits with the confidence of a Champion. Good luck [...]
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“My target client lives here,” says Jackie Robbins, owner of Leather Waves, an upscale custom clothing and accessory store located in Malibu’s Country Mart since 1975. “They’re involved in community projects and events. They do things that have to do with charity and that are larger than their own lives. They’re in the public eye [...]
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Jimmy and Alma Petula the night of the Malibu Film Festival “Gala” opening night at the Lilly’s Malibu Castle. Alma wore a custom made leather outfit designed for her for the event by Jackie Robbins. The designer stated the outfit was a collaborative effort between client and designer to create a personalized look for the [...]
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I was very lucky last month to get the opportunity to visit Paris, oui! Paris, France! Needless to say, Springtime in this city is intoxicating. My focus was art and fashion, of course. It’s been at least a dozen years since my last visit, so it felt like visiting dear old friends to see certain [...]
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I did a wonderful outfit for Beth. She brought in a full length Raccoon Coat that she has owned forever. We turned it inside out and created a new Leather outercoat for it in Cocoa Ostrich Printed Lamb Skin, and a pair of pants to match. It turned out absolutely stunning, she was so please. Is [...]
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When Jackie Robbins, owner of Leather Waves in the Malibu Country Mart, says she offers personalized service, she is more than mouthing a shopping slogan. Robbins creates custom leather and suede clothing and accessories for men, women and children. Her designs are unique and her garments are made-to-measure in the store’s upstairs studio. “At a [...]
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Jackie Robbins on “Career Day” at Webster Elementary School in Malibu, November 2000. Teaching Leather Design
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Keeping in touch with her clients is crucial. Brochures should promote the perfect fit of her custom-made leather garments. By: KAREN E. KLEIN SPECIAL TO THE TIMES Sitting in her cozy sewing nook surrounded by fragrant bolts of leather and suede, with her custom clothing draped festively around the room, Jackie Robbins looks the picture [...]
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The following was a two page article written about Leather Waves, in the December 1989 issue of Harley Women Magazine, the interview was written by Carol Mott-Wall: About a year ago as I was paging through one of those large Los Angeles type fashion/entertainment magazines something caught my eye… an ad for customized leather fashions, [...]
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Award winning layout in the “Magazine Print Advertising” category from the L.A. County Municipal Gallery awarded to Jackie Robbins in April 1989. This Ad that was created for “LA Style Magazine” was submitted to the Los Angeles County Municipal Gallery for a art competition in the catagory of Magazine Print Advertising. We were a first place winner, which [...]
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Leather Waves’ hot fashion item of the late 80′s-the decorated Jean Jacket. In this photo some our our first “Leather Waves Babe” fashions, a denium skirt with fringed bottom, matching belt and decorated Levi Jacket, for babies. She wears a combination denium and cowhide fur outfit with mink tail accents and matching custom boots. He [...]
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