16 Cool And Stylish Men’s Jackets You Need to Add to Your Wardrobe Now

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16 Cool Men’s Jackets to Start Wearing Right NowEdward Berthelot


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In the words of the Mamas & the Papas, all the leaves are brown, and the sky is gray. In other words, fall is in full swing, and each year, there’s one wardrobe essential that takes center stage: the jacket. In the season of layering, it’s hard to catch eyes with your new necklace, cute sweater, or designer belt, which is where this not-too-hot, not-too-cold staple becomes the hero of every fall ’fit. And sometimes, it’s not just about staying warm—it’s about making a statement.

It’s easy to bundle up in the same black puffer jacket every time you leave the house, but where’s the fun in that? Fashion has long been a powerful form of self-expression, and with the industry’s shifting attitudes around gender norms, the opportunities for experimentation are limitless—hence why I’ve been looking at cool jackets for men. High windchill doesn’t mean you need to abandon your sense of style, so I’ve curated a selection of jackets that will liven up even the gloomiest fall days.

From a bold leather trench to a charming workwear jacket, there’s an array of styles and personalities covered below. Whether you’re shopping for yourself, a new partner, or a friend, these will have you embracing confidence and individuality—never mind what the label says.

Calvo Leather Jacket

A sleek leather jacket is a fall wardrobe must-have. Whether you dress it up with a button-down and some jewelry or keep it casual with some worn-in jeans, we guarantee this piece will work its way into your weekly rotation.

Sizes: XS-XXL

Colors: Black

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbananarepublicfactory.gapfactory.com%2Fbrowse%2Fproduct.do%3Fpid%3D405316001%26cid%3D3023463%26pcid%3D3023458%26vid%3D1%26nav%3Dmeganav%253AMen%253ADiscover%253AGenuine%2BLeather%2B%2526%2BSuede%23pdp-page-content&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Calvo Leather Jacket</p><p>bananarepublicfactory.gapfactory.com</p><p>$450.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

J-Eleven

The utilitarian trend was all the rage on spring/summer 2024 runways, from the likes of Sacai to Kiko Kostadinov. Diesel has long been a vanguard of this aesthetic, and this rugged cargo jacket is no exception.

Sizes: IT 42-56

Colors: Olive Green

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fshop.diesel.com%2Fen%2Fjackets%2Fj-eleven%2FA084890WEAT.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>J-Eleven</p><p>diesel.com</p><p>$595.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Vintage Relaxed Fit Trucker Jacket

The trusty Levi’s trucker jacket, but with a twist. The patchwork design adds a unique, yet subtle touch that's sure to jive with all of your favorite fall ensembles.

Sizes: XS-XXL

Colors: Indigo Rinse

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.levi.com%2FUS%2Fen_US%2Fclothing%2Fmen%2Fouterwear%2Fvintage-relaxed-fit-trucker-jacket%2Fp%2F773800066&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Vintage Relaxed Fit Trucker Jacket</p><p>levi.com</p><p>$198.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Formula 1 x PacSun Pole Position Jacket

PacSun’s collaboration with Formula 1 takes the racing jacket trend to a whole new level. Pop this over your shoulders and you’ll be feeling like a champion in no time.

Sizes: S-XL

Colors: Black

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pacsun.com%2Fformula-1%2Fx-pacsun-pole-position-jacket-4767943.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Formula 1 x PacSun Pole Position Jacket</p><p>pacsun.com</p><p>$150.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Logo-Embroidery Varsity Bomber Jacket

Pharrell is taking us back to our high school days with this letterman jacket from his luxury streetwear line, Billionaire Boys Club. Sure, making the team is pretty cool, but rocking this jacket might be even cooler.

Sizes: S-L

Colors: Cedar Brown

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.farfetch.com%2Fshopping%2Fmen%2Fbillionaire-boys-club-logo-embroidery-varsity-bomber-jacket-item-20316906.aspx&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Logo-Embroidery Varsity Bomber Jacket</p><p>farfetch.com</p><p>$1362.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Vamps Embroidered Jersey Bomber Jacket

Dries van Noten is a master when it comes to blending the classic and the avant-garde. With bold, surrealist embroidery, this easy black bomber instantly elevates any ensemble.

Sizes: S-XL

Colors: Black

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mrporter.com%2Fen-mx%2Fmens%2Fproduct%2Fdries-van-noten%2Fclothing%2Fbomber-jackets%2Fvamps-embroidered-jersey-bomber-jacket%2F1647597293265950&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Vamps Embroidered Jersey Bomber Jacket</p><p>mrporter.com</p><p>$1470.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Urban Renewal Vintage Canvas Jacket

We would be remiss not to exclude everyone’s favorite workwear jacket from our roundup. Carhartt has seen quite the resurgence in recent years, and it’s easy to see why: Dependable quality never goes out of style.

Sizes: S/M, M/L

Colors: Black, Navy, Khaki

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.urbanoutfitters.com%2Fshop%2Furban-renewal-vintage-carhartt-canvas-jacket&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Urban Renewal Vintage Canvas Jacket</p><p>urbanoutfitters.com</p><p>$129.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Workwear Rub-Off Leather Bomber Jacket

You’ve heard of acid-wash denim, but what about acid-wash leather? From Diesel’s spring/winter 2024 runway show to Acne Studios’s latest denim launch, the fabric treatment is back, for better or for worse. Why not hop on the bandwagon yourself?

Sizes: S, M

Colors: Black

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.farfetch.com%2Fshopping%2Fmen%2Fgcds-workwear-rub-off-leather-bomber-jacket-item-20843569.aspx&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Workwear Rub-Off Leather Bomber Jacket</p><p>farfetch.com</p><p>$2109.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Moon Phase Varsity Jacket

Calling all hypebeasts: This new jacket from Off-White is the perfect addition to your collection.

Sizes: XS-XXL

Colors: Black

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.farfetch.com%2Fshopping%2Fmen%2Foff-white-moon-phase-varsity-jacket-item-20535209.aspx&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Moon Phase Varsity Jacket</p><p>farfetch.com</p><p>$2584.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Tie-Dye Cotton Jacket

Tie-dye, but in muted tones that pair perfectly with your favorite all-black ’fits.

Sizes: IT 44-48

Colors: Black Tie-Dye

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.farfetch.com%2Fshopping%2Fmen%2Fjuunj-tie-dye-cotton-jacket-item-21283109.aspx&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Tie-Dye Cotton Jacket</p><p>farfetch.com</p><p>$1320.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Monopoly Puffer Jacket

Tango Hotel takes streetwear quite literally, drawing inspiration from graffiti and street art in the development of its jacket prints. The brand partners with an array of artists, so you’re certain to find a design that fits your personal aesthetic.

Sizes: S-XXL

Colors: Multicolor

<p><a href="https://tangohotel.com/collections/outerwear/products/monopoly-puffer-jacket" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Monopoly Puffer Jacket</p><p>tangohotel.com</p><p>$60.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

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$60.00

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Classic Jacket Juice Trip

Juice WRLD spotlighted Ksubi in a number of his songs and freestyles, so the Australian brand naturally returned the favor. With screen printed and embroidered graphics, the jacket is a beautiful tribute to the late artist’s personal style.

Sizes: XS-XXL

Colors: Bleached Denim

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fksubi.com%2Fproducts%2Fclassic-jacket-juice-trip%3Fvariant%3D41563453948090%26tw_source%3Dgoogle%26tw_campaign%3D20404907185%26gclid%3DCjwKCAjw1t2pBhAFEiwA_-A-NPQhN3LLQE7LXGgtgrrwR2EHavskgdGQANXzG8xxzEwGgDrgnI8hWxoCfk4QAvD_BwE&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Classic Jacket Juice Trip</p><p>ksubi.com</p><p>$260.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Leather Biker Jacket

The unique pop of blue adds a soft touch to an otherwise tough-looking biker jacket.

Sizes: S-L

Colors: Black

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Fleather-biker-jacket-p05833411.html&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Leather Biker Jacket</p><p>zara.com</p><p>$169.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Peace Man Blazer

Who said casual couldn’t be fashionable? With a muted, mauve tone, a relaxed fit, and a chunky chain embellishment, this piece offers the perfect balance of sophistication and edge.

Sizes: S-XXL

Colors: Mauve

<p><a href="https://www.junglesjungles.com/en-us/products/peace-man-blazer" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Peace Man Blazer</p><p>junglesjungles.com</p><p>$256.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

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Peace Man Blazer

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$256.00

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Classic Burnt Cognac Edition Sheepskin B-3 Bomber Jacket

In some states and countries, a leather jacket simply won’t cut it. The added layer of shearling on this Overland pick—which our senior fashion commerce editor counts as a favorite—will keep you extra warm as the temperatures drop.

Sizes: XS-XXXL

Colors: Burnt Cognac

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.overland.com%2Fproducts%2Fclassic-burnt-cognac-edition-sheepskin-b-3-bomber-jacket-16146&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Classic Burnt Cognac Edition Sheepskin B-3 Bomber Jacket</p><p>overland.com</p><p>$895.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>

Oken Leather Trench Coat

AllSaints is a clear leader within the men’s leather market—and for good reason. The sleek, structured silhouette of this leather trench coat exudes both class and cool. Brace yourself for a barrage of compliments.

Sizes: XS-XXL

Colors: Black

<p><a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=74968X1596630&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.allsaints.com%2Fus%2Fmen%2Fcoats-and-jackets%2Foken-leather-trench-coat%2FUSML090Z-5.html%3Fnst%3D0%26gclid%3DCjwKCAjw1t2pBhAFEiwA_-A-NHpAilfhd1BLZQZzRhvFV0MDoey-DTRVtJRpG4-o4Ed_mQnZtN2MxhoCsywQAvD_BwE%26gclsrc%3Daw.ds&sref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.elle.com%2Ffashion%2Fshopping%2Fg45642625%2Fcool-jackets-for-men%2F" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Shop Now;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Shop Now</a></p><p>Oken Leather Trench Coat</p><p>allsaints.com</p><p>$829.00</p><span class="copyright">Courtesy of retailers</span>
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