Not Barn, Not Suede—The Elegant Jacket Trend Fashion People Are Pairing With Leggings and Capris

There is a lot that gets me excited when it comes to spring, from the smell of blossom and bluebells to the reinstatement of my monthly pedi, but it's finally getting to retire my thick coat in favour of a breezier spring jacket that never fails to lift my mood (and wardrobe). In the midst of my most recent closet reshuffle, I found myself looking for something new. To be clear, there was nothing wrong with my current jacket roster (the barn and funnel necks of seasons past had put me in a good stead), but I couldn't feel that one specific style was missing—a light jacket that felt grown up enough but fresh and current. And then, (as if by the magic of the fashion gods) one new silhouette kept popping up over and over again: the cinched-waist utility jacket

A reworked classic, this part sporty, part utility jacket doesn’t feel all that different from the windbreakers soaring in popularity amongst the style set right now. But where they diverge is all in the detail. With an adjustable drawstring waist (that allows you to reshape as needed) and weather-appropriate functionality, they feel refreshingly now. Somehow balancing pared-back sophistication with nonchalant toughness, the waisted utility jacket feels like the windbreakers' grown-up sibling, carrying its throw-on appeal with an elevated twist.

The chicest fashion people have been wearing this jacket trend since the beginning of spring, and pairing it with everything from cropped capris and kitten heels, to straight-leg trousers and ballet flats. Doing all the heavy lifting for you, it's a piece that couldn’t be easier to style. Simply throw it on, cinch it in and go.

If you’re as sold as I am, keep scrolling to see and shop the very best utility jackets below. I have a feeling you're not going to regret it.

Shop the Utility Jacket Trend Below:

Trust Sezane to provide the utility jacket trend with a Parisian flair.

Helsa

Garment Washed Utility Jacket

I love everything about this look, but particularly that rich, green colour.

Veronica Beard

Arnault Parka Jacket

The detachable hood is a nice touch.

Nobodys Child

Green Utility Jacket

An almost cargo fabrication, this Khaki ittertaion would pair well with trousers and ballet flats.

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Oversized Drawstring Utility Jacket

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Oversized Drawstring Utility Jacket

Chocolate brown jackets have been all over my social media feed as of late.

Varley

Beckton Utility Jacket

Every Who What Wear UK editor is talking about this tan Varley iteration.

MANGO

Oversized Parka With Pockets

This is exactly how I'd wear this jacket trend this spring.

New Look

Khaki Four Pocket Shacket

This looks far more expensive than £40.

ASOS DESIGN

Drop Waist Cinched Windbreaker Jacket

The perfect winter white.