I used to have a saying: "Nothing can come between a woman and her jean jacket in the Fall." I still believe in that statement 100 percent. This versatile piece has been considered a wardrobe essential [1] for as long as I can remember. It doesn't matter what your style is, a jean jacket is a classic that everyone can agree on. Because we heart this denim piece and we've worn it for so long, it's easy to fall into that "how do I wear this without looking boring?!" trap. (It's an easy trap to fall into, especially when you're in a crunch for time.)
This past season, we've seen some of our favourite street style stars find fresh, new ways to wear this classic piece [2] and they can only be described as "so 2019." Whether it's a distressed style or a tailored look, let these women inspire you to give your favourite denim piece a second life. From showing off some skin and styling one with a crop top and pink trousers to wearing one over a boiler suit, read on to see 15 unique ways to wear your denim jacket this year. Then, shop some of our favourite selects if you're in the market for one.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style a denim jacket over a boiler suit.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style it with a crop top and pink trousers.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Pair one with a white bodysuit, oversize sunglasses, and mom jeans.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style an oversize jean jacket with a graphic tee and white booties.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style a tailored denim blazer with cuffed jeans and bright red mules.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style a patchwork denim jacket with baggy jeans and a top-handle bag.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style a dark denim jacket with patchwork jeans and red boots like Gigi Hadid.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Take a cue from Priyanka Chopra and style a belted denim jacket [4] with a matching miniskirt.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style a black denim jacket with white jeans.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style a patchwork denim jacket with a crop top and let your socks peek out from under your jeans.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Wear a denim on denim look, but choose a bold colour, like red.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Let your printed denim jacket be the star of the show and style it with a simple black tee.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
For an eye-catching look, style a graphic-print denim jacket with matching pants.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Style a belted denim jacket with light-wash jeans and sunglasses.
How to Wear a Jean Jacket
Make your Canadian tuxedo look formal by opting for a tailored fit. Then, button the jacket all the way to the top.
ELOQUII Boyfriend Denim Jacket
ELOQUII Boyfriend Denim Jacket [5] ($100)
Shein Bleach Wash Denim Jacket
Shein Bleach Wash Denim Jacket [6] ($25)
Gucci Cropped appliquéd denim jacket
Gucci Cropped appliquéd denim jacket [7] ($2,980)
Miu Miu Oversized denim jacket
Miu Miu Oversized denim jacket [8] ($1,810)
McQ Alexander McQueen Oversized lace-up distressed denim jacket
McQ Alexander McQueen Oversized lace-up distressed denim jacket [9] ($595)
Mango Washed denim jacket
Mango Washed denim jacket [10] ($80)
Urban Outfitters Vintage 1950s Oversized Work Jacket
Urban Outfitters Vintage 1950s Oversized Work Jacket [11] ($59)