Eleven years ago, I went into a Salvation Army shop and found a blue-and-white check jacket that was the perfect thickness for autumn. Either worn over jeans or with a slip skirt, it’s a piece I’ve pull out of my wardrobe over and over ever since. What I’m saying is that when you buy a decent plaid shacket—brand new or second-hand—you’ll never get rid of it. It’s a piece that will definitely last. Perhaps it’s because of the grunge "trend” that has never really disappeared since it first came to light in the ’90s, or maybe it’s because this just so happens to be a classic casual piece that’s durable.
If you’re in the market for such an item, then I have some incredibly good news for you: There are loads of them around on the high street right now. In fact, I'd go as far to say that the shacket is really having a moment in 2020 and I predict it'll continue well into 2021 what with our current love of all lasting wardrobe pieces and more casual attire. Keep scrolling to see how to style yours and then shop the best versions we've found so far on H&M and elsewhere.
Monikh wearing the £30 jacket we're all talking about.
She paired it with a printed maxi, also from H&M.
It could work just as nicely with jeans in a more casual ensemble.
Emma Hill has been wearing hers with denim and knitwear.
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Next up, the biggest autumn/winter 2020 fashion trends.
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Chloë Sevigny Is Already on Board With 2025's Coolest Jacket TrendWho's buying one with me?
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Jennifer Lawrence Just Wore the Jacket Trend French and Italian Women Swear By to Look ElegantIt works every time.
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J.Lo Just Wore the Only Jacket Trend Fashion People Are Wearing More Than Suede RNIt's 2025's top buy.
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The 5 Jacket Trends New Yorkers Are Wearing to Elevate Their Basic JeansGive your denim outfit rotation an update.
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The Vintage-Inspired Jacket Trend That's Defining Elegant Winter StyleThe '80s are ringing.
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4 Polished Ways NYC Girls Style Puffer JacketsWithout sacrificing their style.
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My Ode to the Anti-Jacket Jacket I Wear Every FallPlus, the brands that make the best ones.
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Celebs Wear This Specific Jacket Trend in NYC, London, and L.A.—Here's My Fave $40 Gap VersionIt's so versatile.
