There are only a handful of true wardrobe essentials: a great pair of jeans, a trusty trainer, a white T-shirt that’s as soft as it is easy to style, and, of course, a jacket—because, sadly, summer doesn’t last forever. But, luckily, outerwear doesn’t have to be boring. This Autumn/Winter 25, designers have made it clear: the staples are staying put, with just enough updates to feel modern.
Suede is having a particularly strong moment, weaving its way across skirts, bags, boots—and, naturally, jackets. Coach, Miu Miu and Isabel Marant all championed the luxe fabric, while equally as covetable denim was given a fresh injection of elegance, proving that even mainstay materials can feel new.
Statement jackets are in the spotlight too. Roberto Cavalli, Balmain and Coach dialled up animal prints—the pattern is spilling into accessories as well—while Gucci went bold with punchy yellows and pinks. And for those seeking something cosy, quilted jackets are a fail-safe, with Barbour continuing to lead the way.
Of course, the classics remain top of the class. Cropped trench coats, oversized bombers and leather jackets abound, now offered in a seemingly endless variety of cuts, shades and finishes to suit every individual style. And if you want to see the ones really worth investing in, we’ve curated a particularly chic guide below.
The Chicest Jacket Styles To Know Now
Suede Jackets
Golden Goose
Women’s Tobacco-Colored Suede Jacket Women With Fringes
Massimo Dutti
Cropped Suede Leather-Lined Jacket With Buttons
ZARA
Faux Suede Cropped Jacket
Bomber jackets
Chloé, Loewe, Nour Hammour and a host of other luxury labels have gone all in on the bomber jacket this season, reworking the oversized silhouette in every fabric and shade imaginable. Think classic khaki, unexpected lilac, and even faux-fur cow print, which made its debut on the Topshop runway. Whichever style you opt for, expect the laidback layer to add a nonchalant cool twist to any outfit.
CHLOÉ
Cropped Shell Bomber Jacket
COS
Rounded Denim Bomber Jacket
Reiss
Oversize Grained-Leather Bomber Jacket in Burgundy
Statement jackets
Few pieces can lift an outfit quite as quickly as a statement jacket, transforming even the most pared-back joggers-and-tee look into something that feels much more considered. This season, Roberto Cavalli, Balmain and Coach made the case for animal print with a lot of love for leopard, while Gucci leaned into punchy shades of yellow and pink. And over at Jacquemus, sheer fabrics stepped into the spotlight, proving there’s very few rules when it comes to which statement style to step into.
RIXO
Tommie – Bohemia Leopard
VALENTINO
Velvet-Trimmed Floral-Jacquard Wool and Silk-Blend Satin Jacket
VERONICA BEARD
Marvin Denim Jacket
Leather jackets
AllSaints
Clay Leather Jacket
MANGO
Leather-Effect Jacket With Pockets – Women
By Malene Birger
Rowani Leather Jacket
Cropped trench coats
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We don’t need to remind you of the timeless charm of a trusty trench coat—most of us already have one (or three) tucked in our wardrobes. But no jacket guide would be complete without a nod to the modern cropped style, a favourite in recent seasons at Dries Van Noten, Totême and, of course, trench connoisseurs Burberry. Wear it with everything from jeans to dresses, or even tailored trousers for a casual look that still feels polished.
Ganni
Double-Breasted Cotton Jacket
Burberry
Cropped Gabardine Trench Jacket in Honey
MANGO
Double-Breasted Cropped Trench Coat
Denim jackets
The Autumn/Winter 25 runways at Topshop, Simone Rocha, Loewe, Miu Miu and beyond put amped-up denim jackets front and centre. Cape-like cuts (Loewe), embellishments (Topshop) and barn-jacket shapes all brought fresh design details, but honestly, it’s hard to beat a timeless classic like Levi’s.
LOEWE
Trapeze Denim Jacket
Levi’s
‘90s Western Piece Trucker Jacket
Sandro Paris
Denim Workwear Jacket
Quilted jackets
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While cooler days naturally call for a proper coat, don’t underestimate the cosy charm of a quilted jacket. Barbour has long led the pack with its padded styles, earning a loyal following among famous faces, and in recent seasons luxury labels including Isabel Marant, Burberry and even Prada have happily jumped on board.
Prada
Re-Nylon Quilted Jacket
BARBOUR
Anise Corduroy-Trimmed Cropped Quilted Shell Jacket
M&S Collection
Quilted Funnel Neck Jacket