As It Turns Out, This Once "Dated" Jacket Style Is Perfect for Autumn Outfits
It seems like autumn crept up on us almost overnight, and as quickly as we were ready to strip off at the moment's notice of a heatwave, we're now digging out our knitwear and jeans. But as unpredictable as British weather is, the one thing that remains a constant is the need for a sensible outer layer, and no matter how quickly trends have come and gone this year, the only thing taking up space in my brain right now is coats. Actually, scratch that, it's jackets.
I’m very into outerwear, so much so that my wardrobe is bulging with everything from puffer coats to vinyl trenches, but if there's anything that your wardrobe needs for autumn, it's a transitional jacket. On the days that it's too mild for a sizeable winter coat, a light but warm jacket is the key to comfort and is the kind of versatile piece to invest in and wear year after year. So, with so many to play around with and so many different textures, shapes and styles you may be wondering which jacket is the do-it-all wonder worth buying, and I have the answer.
After scouring the catwalk collections and keeping tabs on street style trends, I can confirm that the once "dated" suede jacket is firmly back on the agenda. From western fringing to boxy blazers, sleek suede is enjoying a revival, and it just so happens to be the ideal fabric for the sudden drop in temperatures. It makes sense after all, the suede jacket is like autumn personified. The rusty colour palettes, the cosy, windproof layer, the ultra-luxe and strokeably soft feel. There's a lot to love about this expensive-looking buy, and everyone from designer sites to high-street stores are currently full of chic options.
When someone says "suede" you may immediately think of the Seventies throwbacks gathering dust at the back of the vintage store, but I assure you, there's a reason this unassuming trend has been quietly gaining traction over the last few years, and the key lies in its styling (it's not just leather and faux fur that deserve their props for making outfits look rich).
Looking for something fresh and new for A/W 24? It's this retro jacket, so keep scrolling for some suede jacket styling tips from Instagram's best dressed, and to shopping my pieces of the very best jackets around. Your wardrobe will thank you.
HOW TO WEAR A SUEDE JACKET:
Style Notes: Echoing all of the natural colours of autumn, Adenorah's clever layering of camel, cream, grey and a pop of black is a masterclass in seasonal colour blocking,
Style Notes: Keep more relaxed fits looking luxe by pairing them with smart tailored trousers and sleek footwear a la Sylvie.
Style Notes: This nod to retro styling feels effortlessly cool. The blue jeans are the perfect accompaniment to a boxy suede blazer, but the white tank top and luxe accessories keeps the look fresh and modern.
Style Notes: Take it from the French and keep it simple. A white tee and black cigarette trousers are understated enough to make the jacket the star of the show.
SHOP THE BEST SUEDE JACKETS FOR AUTUMN/WINTER 2024:
The perfect golden shade to mix with cream, navy, bottle green, orange, black...
Remy Farrell is a London-based shopping editor with nearly 10 years of editorial experience covering fashion, beauty and lifestyle. After graduating with a journalism degree and working on the editorial and fashion teams for titles such as Grazia, Elle, Cosmopolitan and British Vogue, she moved into the luxury e-commerce sector, working as fashion assistant at TheOutnet.com styling for the social media channels and helping to develop the collections for the in-house brand Iris & Ink. After expanding an assisting and styling portfolio that includes shooting talent such as Gigi Hadid, Victoria Beckham and Miquita Oliver, she also branched out into beauty, creating tried-and-tested reviews and diverse beauty content.In her role as shopping editor at Who What Wear, Remy is interested in discovering new and exciting brands to share with the Who What Wear readership and particularly loves uncovering hidden gems at affordable prices to make shopping accessible to everyone.Born and raised in Sheffield, Yorkshire, Remy moved to London in 2014 and lives in the Docklands with her partner and pug Billie.
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