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When you’re prepping your wardrobe for lighter temps, there really isn’t a need to overhaul your entire closet. A spring jacket is all it takes to ease out of a frigid winter and make the clothing you’ve been wearing on repeat feel fresh enough for warmer days ahead. Investing in great outerwear also fits our dressing formula of relying on statement pieces to transform a simple look into something truly next level.
The five spring jacket trends we’re into right now combine versatility with polish, and ring in at a variety of price points. The cutest? A cropped version of virtually any jacket. Take your pick from denim to tweed to leather and imagine it falling above your hips; instant spring 2023. The coolest? That’ll be a tie between a bomber and a racing jacket. The easiest? A denim jacket with a workwear edge or a classic longline coat. These transitional layers are equally ideal for brisk commutes and weekend strolls with a scarf and a cute hat. Read on for all the best spring jacket trends in 2023—and our favorite picks worth shopping.
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The bomber (and friends)
Hold your shackets because the jacket of choice this spring is, without question, the bomber. They were ubiquitous across recent fashion weeks simply because they’re so versatile; you can find a bomber in whatever material and fit you’d like, and many are quilted or padded for warmth. Some cousins to the classic bomber (originally a leather zip-up, usually with a rounded collar) that are fair game: the aviator jacket (leather with a raised collar and closer waistband, à la Bella Hadid) and the varsity jacket (think a wool letterman with a button-up front). PS: The best ones are often decades old, so consider this permission to raid your dad’s closet.
The cropped cut
Cropped jackets are back, baby. They’ve been overshadowed for years by roomy silhouettes, but now you can find shrunken versions of all your favorite spring outerwear depending on the vibe you’re going for and what you’re styling it with. (Think biker jackets, menswear-inspired, and more.) Our advice: Size up so you can still comfortably layer turtlenecks and cardigans underneath. Oh, and don’t be afraid to play with your material of choice—some of the best spring jackets for women come in tweed, bouclé, or twill this year.
The racing jacket
Sportswear is one of the biggest spring fashion themes (hi, Adidas Sambas) of 2023, but the most interesting of the bunch are racing jackets ripped right off the track. These are great for vintage enthusiasts who love a good swap meet hunt, but you can buy them in faux leather or the real deal if you’re predicting some staying power. While these souped-up moto jackets appear difficult to style, take notes from Kendall Jenner and pair yours with a white tee and denim for an effortless vibe. Of course, you can always be like Motomami and go all in on #bikercore with matching leather pants.
The chore(ish) jacket
Looking for a lightweight layer you’ll love as much now as three years from now? The work jacket is forever. We’re seeing lots of denim, as well as more structured chore coats in cotton, so you can stay in your comfort zone (physically speaking) while theoretically building a raised garden bed, welding a table—you know, spring things! Don’t blame us; blame the Marni x Carhartt WIP collab that produced items such as this sensible shearling number.
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The longline coat
Just because the calendar says spring is approaching doesn’t mean you should forget all about winter coats—especially if you live in a region where it’s guaranteed to be cold through May. Celebs like Hailey Beiber and Simone Ashley, and street-style stars like Emili Sindlev and Amaka Hamelijnck have been sporting sweeping silhouettes for months, and we’re pretty positive they’ll continue to do so even as temps warm up.
