“Made my day”: Steve Sarkisian’s wife Loreal Sarkisian expresses gratitude for fans' love over burnt orange coat

Loreal Sarkisian once again appeared stylish at a Texas game on Saturday. The Longhorns took on Georgia at the SEC championship game at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, and Loreal was around to support her husband, Texas coach Steve Sarkisian.

Loreal came to the game in a burnt orange leather jacket, visibly showcasing her support for the Longhorns. As usual, she took a couple of pictures on the sideline ahead of the game and shared them on Instagram, garnering the attention of several fans.

After receiving a lot of love and compliments from fans, Loreal Sarkisian took the time to express her gratitude on Monday.

“Wow, you all showed SO much love this weekend, and I just have to say THANK YOU,” Loreal wrote. “Every compliment on my burnt orange leather coat from @Chloe truly made my day.”

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Loreal Sarkisian discusses the history of leather coats

The compliments prompted Loreal to discuss the history of leather coats in the fashion industry.

“Since it got so much attention, I thought it’d be fun to share a little leather coat 101– because if we’re going to love something this much we might as well know about it right?” Loreal wrote.

She explained the origin of leather coats in the fashion world, how they were adopted, for what purpose and how they eventually became popular. Her brief explanation gave ample details on the history and growth of the use of leather in the industry.

“Initially, leather coats were designed for practical purposes, offering protection against harsh weather conditions,” Loreal wrote. “Over time, they evolved into fashion statements are designers realized leather’s versatility and luxurious appeal.”

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Loreal Sarkisian went on to name the fashion brands that started using leather for clothing and when they started to use them.

“Hermes is credited as one of the first high-fashion brands to incorporate leather into clothing," Loreal wrote. "In the 1920s, they began using leather for coats and jackets, leveraging their expertise in crafting equestrian goods. This luxury paved the way for other luxury houses like Chanel and Saint Laurent to elevate leather outerwear into high-fashion staples.”

It will be interesting to see whether Loreal Sarkisian will be present for Texas' College Football Playoff matchup against Clemson on Dec. 21.