Proof That Autumn's Belted Jackets Look Great on Everyone

last updated 14 July 2020

Ever since the checked blazer rose to Instagram fame last spring, everyone in fashion has been wondering and predicting what the next major It item of the season will be. Well, we think we've found it. Belted jackets are a low-key trend we've been seeing everywhere without even realising it. We were hesitant at first to call it a trend since the lightweight topper comes in so many different colours and styles. But we couldn't ignore it any longer—belted jackets are officially autumn's biggest outerwear trend.

Now that we've got that settled, the real reason we love the jacket as much as we do is that it looks great on everyone. No matter if you're wearing a silky robe jacket or a military-inspired canvas jacket, the style cinches your waist and gives the rest of your looks an overall polish. See the belted jacket outfits that have us convinced on the autumn trend and shop our top picks of the season below.

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Try the jacket in an unexpected material, like this cool PVC raincoat.

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Saint Laurent

Suede Belted Safari Jacket

Available in sizes 34 to 40.

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Tie a silky robe jacket at your waist and wear it over jeans and heels for a fun nighttime look.

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J.Crew

Belted Satin Coat

Available in sizes XXS to XL.

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Choose a jacket with a subtle print or pattern for extra interest.

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Marques' Almeida

Paneled Shell and Drill Jacket

Available in sizes XS to L.

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Tie yours in a knot like she did here.

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Albus Lumen

Lou Lou Cotton and Linen-Blend Jacket

Available in U.K. sizes 6 to 14.

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A fresh approach to wearing denim on denim.

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Nanushka

Oversized Belted Denim Jacket

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Topshop

Belted Oversized Denim Jacket

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

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Be selective about adding in a pop of colour.

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Zara

Linen Jacket

Available in sizes XS to XL.

Marissa Webb

Julie Washed Jacket

Available in sizes XS to L.

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A more relaxed fit is perfect for an everyday look.

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Violeta by Mango

Pocket Linen-Blend Jacket

Available in sizes XS to XL.

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You can never really go wrong with classic neutral tones.

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Who What Wear

Belted Blazer

Fashion girls are all over this affordable pick.Available in sizes S to 4X.

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Wear yours over a plain turtleneck and grab a structured handbag.

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3.1 Phillip Lim

Oversized Belted Pinstriped Wool-Blend Blazer

Available in sizes 0 to 10.

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The jacket looks ultra sleek in an all-black outfit.

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Lemaire

Belted Cotton Jacket

Available in French sizes 34 to 44.

Now you're ready to test try out the autumn trend for yourself.

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Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.