Cut slim with a focus on minimal branding, this unlined, super-light washed 12.75 oz. denim jacket also has antique nickel buttons.
$138, by Duc Kien
Styling Tip
Denim Jackets
An unlined, lightweight denim jacket is more versatile than you think. It functions as a rugged outerwear choice for the warmer months, and then becomes an indispensable layer when the weather gets cooler. You can throw it underneath anything from a sport coat to a peacoat. Even in the dead of summer, you can still pull on a denim jacket on a breezy night (or in places where the air conditioning is notoriously cold, like movie theaters.) In short, they're not a bad thing to have folded up in a bag or in the car. Lately, I've had my eyes on a couple that stand out because they're not your basic blue, but are just as easily wearable.
Based on the Lee-100 Westerner, this ecru color has a slightly longer body for a modern fit and zig-zag stitched details for vintage appeal.
$198, at J.Crew
This bright red option from River Island features two chest pockets and a more forgiving regular fit.
$76, at Asos
A slimmer fitting style, made in Canada with murdered-out buttons, double chest pockets and a touch of stretch for comfort.
$185, at Barneys
