10 Fall Jackets to Live in This Season

10 Light Jackets We Love for Fall 2025

If you're as outerwear-obsessed as we are, you're in luck. We've got a list of on-trend fall jackets for 2025, perfect for your transitional wardrobe. (And nine out of 10 are under $200!)

October 9, 2025 · By Alissa Harb

It’s not as fun to say, but the delightful precursor to sweater weather is light jacket season. And because we mean to celebrate every minute of fall, we’re sharing a roundup of fall jackets you can buy now and wear straight through winter. Utilitarian details like quilting and barn jackets are back this season, and you’ll also see fun new spins on classic favorites like denim, suede, and relaxed blazers.

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Barn Jackets

If you’ve never owned a barn jacket before, you’ll likely be surprised by how much wear you’ll get out of it (and how many compliments you’ll receive). Thanks to a recent surge in popularity, they’re widely available online in a variety of lengths, silhouettes, fabrics, and price points.

A woman wearing a tan light jacket over a white shirt and blue jeans stands with her hands in her pockets against a neutral background. — This barn jacket from Sézane ($195) is the perfect neutral shade of camel. Image: Sézane

A woman wearing a cropped brown jacket over a black and white plaid dress stands against a plain light gray background. — If you prefer a cropped silhouette, try this shorter barn jacket from Anthropologie ($168), available in three colors. Image: Anthropologie

Quilted Jackets

It’s easy to find quilted jackets in classic shades like navy, army green, and brown — simply search “quilted jacket,” and you’ll be spoiled for choice. But brands are having fun with playful patterns this season, too! Consider experimenting with bright colors or intricate patterns for a statement-making option.

A person models a blue and white floral-patterned light jacket with a front pocket, curved hem, and light blue jeans. The photo is taken from the side. — This boxy printed jacket is available at Nordstrom in three colorways ($118 – $198). It’s a fun layer that’s good for throwing on over athleisure for errands or dressing it up with denim and boots for dinner with friends. Image: Nordstrom

A woman wearing a brown and cream splatter-patterned quilted jacket over a white shirt and beige cardigan, standing against a gray background. — Animal prints are a playful, happy medium between solids and brightly colored patterns. Try this quilted cow print jacket from Anthropologie ($150). Image: Anthropologie

Denim

Denim will never go out of style, but for 2025, you’ll find plenty of fun new silhouettes and lengths to play with. For a polished spin, consider high-collar and even collarless designs.

A woman in a light denim jacket and jeans sits on a white surface, holding a blue patterned clutch and wearing tan sandals—perfectly showcasing chic Light Jackets style. — A frayed hem adds a hint of edge to this otherwise ladylike collarless jacket from Evereve ($59.99, originally $120). Image: Evereve

Suede

Luxe textures like shearling and suede in cozy brown shades are an obvious fit for fall fashion. These two styles offer an alternative to the suede moto jacket trend of years past.

A woman wearing a tan light jacket over a white T-shirt, paired with light-colored pants and a dark belt, stands against a plain background. — This vegan suede overshirt from Banana Republic Factory ($80, originally $160) is perfect for layering. Image: Banana Republic Factory

A woman poses in a tan oversized suede jacket, one of this season’s essential light jackets, layered over a light pleated dress against a plain gray background. — This faux suede bomber jacket from Anthropologie ($158) is a fun take on this year’s trend toward full sleeves and curved lines. Image: Anthropologie

Blazers & Trenches

Blazers and light trench coats are another perennial fall favorite, but we’re loving this year’s takes on traditional styles — think unexpected colors, fabrics, and lengths. The two options below are excellent examples of ways to think outside the box with menswear-inspired jackets.