All-Season Essential

The One Jacket You Can Wear Now, and All Year Long

The One Jacket You Can Wear Now, and All Year Long

Denim and chinos. An unbeatable combination. (Photo: Justin Chung)

All-Season Essential

The One Jacket

You Can Wear Now,
and All Year Long

When it comes to stylish essentials, the denim jacket pretty much tops the list. The very definition of a staple, it's the kind of works-in-any-situation piece that will never let you down. Which is likely why you and every guy you know owns one. Whether dark and crisp or washed and relaxed, slim-cut or oversized, it's a jacket that is flattering at every age and will forever remain cool. But, who says you should only own one? When you can wear them all year long, on its own or as a layering piece—and when there is a wealth of options when it comes to styles. From classic truckers and distressed vintage-inspired options to chore coats and more modern interpretations, here are some options to consider adding to your collection.

The One Jacket You Can Wear Now, and All Year Long

Denim and chinos. An unbeatable combination. (Photo: Justin Chung)

Options

Etudes Denim Jacket

Études, $299 / $169

Nudie Jeans Denim Jacket

Nudie Jeans, $250

Levi's Denim Jacket

Levi's, $89.50

A.P.C. Denim Jacket

A.P.C., $320

Three ways to wear it:

Richard Chai Wearing a Denim Jacket
Richard Chai Wearing a Denim Jacket
Richard Chai Wearing a Denim Jacket

1

Buttoned up entirely, like designer Richard Chai here, makes the jacket appear more modern and sleek.

Top Button Buttoned On a Denim Jacket
Top Button Buttoned On a Denim Jacket
Top Button Buttoned On a Denim Jacket

2

Only button the top one or two buttons. Instead of rough and rugged it gives the jacket a cooler, more streetwear vibe.

Zayn Malik Wearing a Denim Jacket
Zayn Malik Wearing a Denim Jacket
Zayn Malik Wearing a Denim Jacket

3

Take a slightly oversized jacket and cut the collar off, like Zayn Malik here. It looks tough yet relaxed.