True classic: The best women’s denim jackets
Invest in the wardrobe staple that never goes out of style
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Reliable, versatile, hard-working and timeless, the trusty denim jacket really does do it all. You’ve likely had one lurking in your wardrobe or hung up by your front door for as long as you remember. Perhaps you’re even wearing one right now? It’s a forever favourite for a reason.
Making its debut back in the 1800s, when legendary businessman Levi Strauss created it as the obvious counterpart to his popular jeans, the denim jacket soon became a must-have thanks to its durability, practicality and rugged design. Originally destined to kit out cowboys, coal miners, farmers and labourers with a hardy outer layer, the denim jacket has stuck around and made its way into the collections of luxury fashion houses, high street brands and practically every household across the globe.
So what’s the secret to its enduring legacy? Well, it helps that denim jackets tend to go with everything, can be worn season after season, and have an effortlessly cool, nonchalant aura about them. Layer over your favourite knitwear for a retro look, pair with jeans for a nostalgic Nineties throwback, or style with mini, midi and maxi dresses for a Western twist. Day or night, there’s no stopping this multi-faceted hero.
Of course, just because it’s a classic, doesn’t mean it can’t be updated. From the classic structured and sharp collared indigo style that is eternally on trend to oversized, boxy and cropped cuts, collarless styles, and those dressed up with embellishment, attitude and different colour washes, there is a denim jacket for every style and sensibility.
Ready to upgrade yours with a lifelong wardrobe companion? We’ve handpicked some of the best women’s denim jackets to have on your radar now.
Levi’s Trucker denim jacket
Trust Levi’s to do denim right. We love this jacket’s vintage style and relaxed fit, but it’s really the balloon sleeves that do it for us.
Ganni Neppy denim jacket
The tweed-trimmed collar gives this jacket a countryside chic aesthetic. Wear in said location or city streets alike.
Mother x Chloe Fineman The Wingman denim jacket
Designed in partnership with actress Chloe Fineman, Mother’s denim jacket offers a taste of the Swinging Sixties with its rigid fit, cropped hem and patch pockets.
Loro Piana Dean denim jacket
A modern take on the classic barn jacket, Loro Piana’s Dean design buttons up for an effortlessly sophisticated style that can be dressed up or down.
Dries Van Noten Vesto denim jacket
Cocoon-shaped and a little bit floppy, this one’s perfect for modern women who love layering. Pair with matching indigo jeans for a nostalgic double denim look.
Veronica Beard Andrea denim jacket
A collarless silhouette that’s chic, feminine and preppy, add this to your wardrobe for days when a little more formality is required. A quick route to high-impact dressing.
3.1 Phillip Lim boxy tie-waist denim jacket
A statement style with its pointed collar, tie belt, and reverse denim at the hem and cuffs, this jacket offers a modern twist on the classic, and we’re big fans.
Soeur Agatha denim jacket
Short, boxy, collarless and fastened with toggles, pull Soeur’s denim jacket over your knitwear for an undeniably cool, cute and contemporary outer layer that will instantly offer some Parisian flair.
Free People Dunes striped denim jacket
More of a ‘shacket’, this oversized style features faded stripes for a low-key, laidback vibe that looks just as good buttoned up as it does left open and layered over a crisp white tee.
Acne Studios darted denim jacket
Exactly what comes to mind when you think of a classic denim jacket, this one does what it says on the tin. A relaxed fit with chest pockets and dart detailing, it’s timeless and forever on-trend.
Sandro sleeveless denim jacket
Okay, this might not quite be a jacket, but Sandro’s sleeveless style deserves a mention. Trendy, edgy and perfect for day-to-night dress codes.
Loewe anagram appliqued denim jacket
A straightforward denim jacket with a signature Loewe touch. Appliqued with the brand’s ‘Anagram’ emblem at the elbows, it’s traditional with a unique twist.
Good American Barrel denim jacket
Cult brand Good American knows how to do denim right. Elevate your everyday with this baggy jacket cut from a faded light wash denim and featuring voluminous barrel sleeves.
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