Ohhhh man am I excited for this one. There’s nothing that makes me happier than a good fall jacket (surface level speaking, of course). If I had to pick one piece to treat myself to every year, it’d hands-down be some kind of cool outer layer.
Why? Even if my base outfits stay the same, throwing on a new layer makes them feel totally different. And if that jacket leans a little chic? Suddenly, my leggings–hoodie–sneakers combo feels intentional, not just comfy. This jacket, for example, had our entire team buzzing on our call yesterday (S, Kat + more editors loved it. More sizes here.). If you’re curious what jacket trends we’re eyeing for fall 2025, here’s a quick rundown:
- Barn/chore jackets
- The new denim jackets (bomber, trench, blazer, barn)
- The new leather jackets (also bomber, trench, blazer)
- Bomber jackets (emphasis on vintage-y choc brown leather)
- Faux fur collars + hemlines (this might be a me thing, LMK)
- Cropped trench coats (but I’ll still wear full-length, too)
- Suede anything
- Corduroy collars
- Prints
Fall Jacket Inspo: My Top 20 Exciting Finds
So, my biggest hope with this post is that it gets you guys as excited for the new season (okay, and gives ya some outfit inspo, too). I mean, cozy jackets, cool boots, yellow-orange-red leaves, warm scents and soup? What’s not to love? Let’s get into the twenty jackets I’m excited about for fall. (Scroll to the very bottom for a few bonus ones, too).
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1. We The Free Denim Barn Coat
Where to Buy: Free People
I’ve been eyeing this barn jacket in denim for a bit now (although the cream color is calling my name, too). The fireman-style hook details and corduroy collar make it feel special, especially for a denim jacket.
2. Pilcro Oversized Washed Faux-Leather Jacket
Where to Buy: Anthropologie
This is one of the chocolate brown bomber jackets I’m eyeing (there’s more below, because I’m being extremely indecisive and picky). I love the simplicity of this one, and the ever-so-slightly vintage wash on the seams. Comes in petite + plus (to 3x), too.
3. Blank NYC Crop Cotton Twill Jacket
Where to Buy: Nordstrom | Zappos
Another corduroy collar moment in this workwear-style jacket. That color got me, too. The slightly boxy shape would hit at the perfect spot for high-waisted jeans/pants.
4. ASOS DESIGN Formal Bomber Jacket
Where to Buy: ASOS
The leather collar, the cool plaid, the bomber style…love everything about this one. Looks more expensive than it is, too (under $100).
5. Lioness Vista Faux Suede Bomber Jacket
Where to Buy: Nordstrom | Shopbop (in navy faux leather) | ASOS (in faux leather, multiple colors)
Kat showed us this jacket during our weekly call, in the gorgeous burgundy color (which I love), but I can’t help but gravitate towards the black color-way. The shoulder details and contrast stitch make it so much cooler and less basic, but still easy-enough to pop on for everyday.
6. AVEC LES FILLES Floral Jacket
Where to Buy: Anthropologie
Ahhh, I love love this romantic floral print, especially because it looks like it’s on a thick tapestry-esque fabric (zoom in for the details). And no, those lace sleeves are not part of it.
7. Barbour Arlene Waxed Cotton Jacket
Where to Buy: Nordstrom | Anthro | Bloomingdale’s
Another jacket Kat pointed out recently (and we all love our Barbour jackets around here). This one feels like such a modern update with the neutral color-blocking, shape and hardware details. Corduroy strikes again, too.
8. Free People Micah Duster
Where to Buy: Nordstrom | Free People (more sizes)
Free People always comes out with these boho-style jackets that make me wanna live my best Stevie Nicks stage moment. They’re something I imagine I would’ve worn to Woodstock (if the heat played nicely). With boho coming back strong, I had to include this one. Even though it’s blue and printed…it still feels super wearable, just in an elevated kinda way. It’s the sort of jacket I’d invest in, and live in for the rest of my life…whether trendy or not, it’ll always look cool.
9. Topshop Quilted Lined Bomber Jacket
Where to Buy: ASOS
So simple and so freaking chic. The taupe color, bomber-style, sharp collar and single-tone colorway…soooo sleek. Picturing it with dark-wash wide-leg jeans, black pointed-toe boots and a dark cherry red bag.
10. Everlane The Ranch Jacket
Where to Buy: Everlane
If you tend to avoid cream colors, fret not! This comes in such a good denim color, and there’s a super dark denim color that’s probably my fave (but sadly only left in XL…if that’s your size, RUN!) It’s so good. Again, the corduroy collar got me. It really makes all the difference with an otherwise simplistic jacket. If you love the dark denim, Ref has a similar one.
11. Free People We The Free Club Classics Jacket
Where to Buy: Free People
Haha, okaaay. I need to live my boho-meets-Y2K fantasy in this jacket. Is someone with me? Anyone? But seriously, click through…it’s more wearable than ya might think. Jeans, a white tee and sneakers are begging for some interest with this jacket.
12. Banana Republic Barn Coat
Where to Buy: Banana Republic
I’ve been suuuper impressed with Banana Republic recently. They’ve been carrying the elevated basics I’ve been dreaming about. This barn jacket is no exception. Also love the description: “We’re recreating a vintage piece from the BR archives, maintaining the clip hardware from the original and reaching for a rugged cotton twill for fabric. We finished it with a garment wash for lived-in color and softness and lined the body in soft, cotton flannel for warmth.” Yes, yes to all of that.
13. Mango Wool Blend Crop Jacket
Where to Buy: Nordstrom
I have a similar cropped wool trench that I basically lived in last year, so I know I’ll be bringing it into the fall/winter this year, too. Any time you wanna make something feel just a little more fancy — wool trench (cropped or full-length). The dark navy color of this one specifically drew me in. Check out the side-profile view, too. It’s swingy perfection.
14. ASOS DESIGN Oversized Bomber Jacket
Where to Buy: ASOS (in petite) | ASOS (in reg)
Yes, another chocolate brown bomber (I’m slowly narrowing down all of my options). I just loveee the shape of this one. It’s reminiscent of a leather flight jacket from the ’50s-’60s that you’d borrow from your dad or grandpa, in an oversized kinda way.
15. Pilcro The Rylie Bomber Jacket
Where to Buy: Anthropologie
There’s been something about a dusty (no, that sounds bad)…faded! dark floral against a lighter-colored background that I’ve been seeing and instantly fell in love with. Again, this is a jacket that would defeat all trends. It’ll always be a talking piece that easily transitions into your neutral or colorful wardrobe for years to come. I also have this exact jacket in a faded leopard (sadly gone, now) that I wore with EVERYTHING last fall/winter. I’ve never not gotten compliments on it, so this one’s next.
16. Banana Republic Denim Trapeze Jacket
Where to Buy: Banana Republic
If you still love your classic denim jacket styles, but need a liiiittle change, not only does the contrast (corduroy, duh) collar help, but the utilitarian pockets, cropped shape and swingy trapeze style really elevates this one. Perfect blue denim color for fall, too.
17. Tuckernuck Khaki Drew Short Trench Coat
Where to Buy: Tuckernuck
This is another super simple, but pretty option. I love the shape and color, and I think I’d feel very French-girl. Picturing it with a clip updo, darker lip and simple accessories. I think they nailed it with the blue jeans, striped tee and ballet flats styling, too.
18. Free People Cori Waxed Cotton Jacket
Where to Buy: Nordstrom | Free People (in navy)
This is the kinda jacket I picture for the English countryside with tall hunter rain boots. Realistically my city-girl self would wear jeans, sneakers or boots and a tee, haha.
19. Princess Polly Jaxton Faux Leather Jacket
Where to Buy: Nordstrom
Okay, LAST chocolate brown bomber, but this one is sooo different, don’t you see?? I think this one is even more reminiscent of a vintage flight jacket from pops. GAHH, help me decide, guys!!
20. Tuckernuck Olive Rhodes Shearling Quarter Zip
Where to Buy: Tuckernuck
While technically not a jacket, jacket…this stood out to me when I saw it. Not only does it look so freaking cozy, but that olive-y color with the tan details felt a little more chic than other sherpa zip-ups. Consider this my bonus option.
A Few More Options (I Couldn’t Resist)
What do we think? Enough fall jacket inspo? Do we need a full guide? Let me know!
-Danielle
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