Leather Fetish - Individuals who are sexually aroused by wearing or touching leather clothing. Leather Subculture - Leather culture involves wearing leather clothing, such as leather jackets, leather boots, leather vests, chaps and harnesses, just to name a few, and is widely seen inside gay communities, frequently associated with gay men. The practice of wearing leather clothing is also seen throughout the straight world, bisexuals and by lesbians. The fetish of wearing leather garments during sexual activities is common. Wearing leather garments is one way those involved in leather culture distinguish themselves from mainstream sexual cultures.