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Celebrities love shackets for spring — we're obsessed with this leather one from Northern Reflections

Our shopping editor styled this chic layering piece for the season, and here's the honest review.

Yahoo Canada's shopping editor styled the Northern Reflections Faux Leather Barn Jacket for spring.
Yahoo Canada's shopping editor styled the Northern Reflections Faux Leather Barn Jacket for spring.

If you're on the hunt for a celeb-approved style that won't break the bank this spring, might we suggest the Northern Reflections Faux Leather Barn Jacket?

Celebs like Jennifer Lopez, Reese Witherspoon and Gigi and Bella Hadid have all been spotted rocking the shacket trend, making it a must-have for transitional weather.

Our shopping editor recently styled this chic layering piece for the season — keep crolling to read the full review.

Northern Reflections Faux Leather Barn Jacket

Faux Leather Barn Jacket. Image via Northern Reflections.
Faux Leather Barn Jacket. Image via Northern Reflections.

$65 $130 at Northern Reflections

The details

This shirt jacket has a relaxed fit, and is made from lightweight faux leather. It's designed to fall below the hip, offing up just the right amount of coverage without looking dishevelled. It also has two chest pockets to finish the casual yet polished look.

Like other barn jackets, this faux leather version can be worn as a layering piece over your favourite T-shirt or tank top, or all on its own for a more professional outfit. You can shop it on sale right now for $65, and in three colours: Sweet Pea Pink, Violet Blue Purple and Sandstorm Beige.

Faux Leather Barn Shacket in Violet Blue Purple. Image via Northern Reflections.
Faux Leather Barn Shacket in Violet Blue Purple. Image via Northern Reflections.

$65 $130 at Northern Reflections

Editor's notes

When it came time to test this shacket out, I decided to style it with my go-to casual outfit of a graphic T-shirt and jeans.

The Sandstorm Beige was the perfect neutral shade to pair with denim, but I could just as easily see this outfit formula working with either of the other two colours, as well.

The Northern Reflections Faux Leather Barn Jacket, worn buttoned and unbuttoned.
The Northern Reflections Faux Leather Barn Jacket, worn buttoned and unbuttoned.

This shacket has several positive features, including the comfortable oversized fit and versatile design, as well as two hip pockets that are perfect for storing your phone or other small objects. I was also a fan of the slightly stretchy fabric that doesn't feel constricting as you move around throughout the day.

The main thing that I wasn't crazy about is how this jacket does make quite a bit of noise as that the faux leather rubs together at the arms. I work from home so it wasn't all that disruptive, but I could see myself becoming a bit self-conscious if I were to wear this for a day at the office.

Faux Leather Barn Shacket in Sweet Pea Pink. Image via Northern Reflections.
Faux Leather Barn Shacket in Sweet Pea Pink. Image via Northern Reflections.

$65 $130 at Northern Reflections

Final thoughts

If you're planning to shake up your style this spring, a shacket is an easy addition to just about any wardrobe. The Faux Leather Barn Jacket from Northern Reflections is a versatile piece that can be worn several different ways, and comes in three stunning spring shades.

Given the oversized fit, you may want to size down for a more tailored look. Just note that it's only available in sizes S to XXL, so petites may want to check the size chart before adding this shacket to cart.

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