I'm Seeing Every Chic Fashion Person Wear This Basic Again

Introducing a wardrobe staple that's remained relevant but recently came back into the spotlight in a big way: the denim jacket. It's one of those timeless pieces that never go out of style but can easily get worn the wrong way. For a few years, the only denim jacket I saw felt outdated, but recently, it’s gotten a lot of love from the fashion crowd, who have styled it in luxe ways. The other day, as I browsed through my FYP on TikTok, it dawned on me that my favorites to follow for fashion inspo are once again embracing jean jackets, much like the resurgence of bomber jackets that happened previously.

Thanks to its versatile nature and ability to complement a wide range of casual outfits, a jean jacket is a true wardrobe staple. If you already own one, great! But if you're looking to refresh your wardrobe or finally add a stylish jean jacket to your collection, I've rounded up the best options for you below. You'll also find some styling inspiration if you're interested. Enjoy.

woman wearing a denim jacket and skirt

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Style Tip: Button a lightweight denim jacket all the way up as an alternative to a top with a stylish slip skirt.

woman wearing a denim jacket and crochet scarf

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Style Tip: A relaxed jacket is effortless when teamed with a coordinating skirt or shorts.

woman wearing a denim jacket with white jeans

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Style Tip: Go for the classic look with a denim jacket, a button-down shirt, and white jeans.

denim jacket with white dress

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Style Tip: A denim jacket adds an extra layer of dimension to this cute look with the white dress and sneakers.

woman weaing denim jacket and black jeans

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Style Tip: Drape a jacket over your shoulders for a laid-back silhouette.

Sierra Mayhew
Fashion Editor

Sierra Mayhew is a fashion editor at Who What Wear, bringing a decade of experience in the fashion industry to the editorial team. Since joining Who What Wear in 2021, Sierra has made her mark by expertly blending luxury and accessible fashion content. Whether she's decoding the latest runway presentations or crafting a perfectly curated shopping list, Sierra's keen eye and relatable approach have solidified her as a trusted voice in the fashion space. She's also reported on major industry events like Paris Fashion Week and lent her expertise to red carpet coverage, ensuring her audience gets an insider's view of the most glamorous moments in style. Before joining Who What Wear, Sierra sharpened her skills at Harper's Bazaar and Elle, with bylines in Bazaar.com and collaborated with iconic brands such as Gucci and Ferragamo. Her ability to translate editorial expertise into viral social media content sets her apart, seamlessly bringing her articles and personality to life for a new generation of readers and followers. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Sierra brings a unique perspective to the fashion industry that is informed by her love for travel, music, and discovering the hidden gems that make New York City a constant source of inspiration.

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