Womens Jackets

"Fashion Advice, Style & Shopping Guide to Womens Jackets"


Womens jackets - trench coats, blazers, denim jacket, leather jacket and any type of outerwear for that matter - add a flair to any outfit. And for the cooler days, they might be the last finishing touch! A jacket can instantly add edge, trendiness or simply make an outfit look polished.

Black womens leather jacket
Courtesy of Nordstrom

For example, a denim jacket can make a pretty floral dress casual-chic. Or layering a leather jacket over your tee and jeans creates a trendy look. The right jackets can also help balance out your body figure - such as a crop jacket on a Pear shape or a belted safari on a Rectangle.

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Guide to Buying and Wearing Jackets

Many women end up buying jackets that do squat for their appearance. I've seen women wearing ill-fitting outerwear, making it look like their boobs are going to burst out. Not to mention, that many look like a little child trying to wear their mother's coat because the sleeves and hem are long for their petite frame.

Jackets are your wardrobe's important pieces for fall/winter and are naturally going to be a big part of your daily life - so make sure you select the right one for your body figure and personal style.

In this Shopping & Style Guide to Womens Jackets you'll find fashion advice, ideas and inspiration on:

  • How to select your best jacket styles that flatter your body figure and disguise your trouble areas such as wide hips, wide waist, etc.
  • Building a solid jacket closet that keeps you covered all-year-around and go with all of your outfits
  • Various jacket styles and fashion tips on how to wear each type
  • How a jacket should fit
  • Shopping tips and recommendations on the latest jacket styles

Now let's take a closer look at the jacket-topics I'm covering:

Guides to Womens Jackets

How to buy and wear Womens jackets - tips on how to select the best jacket style for your body shape

Strategies to selecting a jacket. Learn what length, cut and details in jackets complement your figure.
Shop the latest Womens leather jackets

A leather jacket is the perfect add-on to a sweet dress and for injecting some cool edge to a plain outfit.
Shop the latest Boyfriend blazers - fashion tips on how to wear a blazer

A boyfriend blazer adds an instant casual-chic touch to a plain outfit! An essential for Classy gals.
Guide to Buying and Wearing Womens Coats

If you're looking for longer jackets, especially womens winter coats, please see womens coats section
Shop the latest Cropped denim jackets

Cropped denim jackets look chic with lightweight summer outfits, such as a floral sun dress. Very casual-cute.
Shop the latest Safari jackets

A stylish lightweight shirt jacket with patch pockets. Looks amazing on bottom heavy body figures. Coming soon
Shop the latest Short sleeve jackets

Not for the purpose but more for the look, short sleeve jackets are great for layering! Coming soon
Sheer hosiery tights

Cropped leather jackets are ideal for showing off a cute top and for balancing a heavy bottom. Coming soon

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How to Buy a Jacket

As long as you know the basic guidelines on how to dress your body shape, you'll find it much easier to find the perfect jacket style. This helps you steer you into the right direction - helping you select the best shape, details and color that complement your body figure.

Since jackets are going to be a big part of your daily closet I also recommend you to pay close attention to the quality of the jacket, especially if you love it and want it to last for more than just one season.

How to Get the Most Out of Your Jackets

Basic 3/4 sleeve black blazer

Courtesy of Topshop

If you want to get the most out of your money you first need to secure jackets in simple colors and without any super complicated details (if you have a Rectangle body shape then you may be an exception to this). They're easier to mix and match with various outfits and occasions. After securing the jacket and coat essentials add the current fashion trends to keep your style fun and up-to-date.

With me, I always make sure that my jackets are simple because I would rather focus on the clothes underneath them, as well as the accessories. You're going to take it off anyway! (Well, except for blazers if they're a part of your ensemble) I simply use a jacket to layer over my clothes when it's cold or when I need to downplay a trendy outfit.

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