A Checklist of Jackets Every Man Should Own

Every season is jacket season.

By Christine Flammia | Jul 16, 2018

It's never the wrong time to buy a jacket. Rainy days, cold nights, and too-intense office ACs happen all year long. And it's worth building out your assortment too, so you have a jacket ready for any need. Here are 11 that will complete your wardrobe.

A Fun Jacket

You have to have a jacket that's just for fun. A vintage one is never a bad call. '90s Nylon Jacket, urbanoutfitters.com

A Coach's Jacket

Coach's jackets are great lightweight options. The athletic silhouette gives you freedom to lean into a bright color. Coach Jacket by Reebok, endclothing.com

A Track Jacket

For further athletic vibes, track jackets are always good—especially when they're a Tommy Jeans take. '90s Track Jacket by Tommy Jeans, endclothing.com

A (Cotton) Moto Jacket

For when it's not cool enough for a leather jacket. Or you just want something a little more price-conscious. Cotton Moto Jacket by DSTLD, dstld.com

A Trucker Jacket

Trucker jackets have a great fitted feel to them, which allows you to play around with color and pattern. Like this pink (and slightly tie-dyed) one, for example. Trucker jacket by Stussy, mrporter.com

A Pullover Jacket

For rain, wind, and everything in between. Hooded Jacket by Nike ACG, mrporter.com

A Blouson

Blousons—think lighter-weight bombers—are easy for transitional seasons or unpredictable days. Blouson Jacket by Polo Ralph Lauren, mrporter.com

A Denim Jacket

Denim jackets are another absolute essential. And Paige's Scout jacket is so soft, it feels more like wearing a hoodie. Scout Denim Jacket by Paige, nordstrom.com

A Chore Jacket

Perfect for when you just need a little something extra, but don't want to go as formal as a blazer. Cotton Moleskin Chore Jacket by Le Mont Saint Michel, mrporter.com