A short jacket is a must-have in your closet. In this article, let’s explore how to style a short jacket and where to find great ones in stores.
Why Wear a Short Jacket?
Short jackets come in various styles. There are classic designs like the collarless Chanel jacket with a high neckline, bomber jackets in diverse fabrics, and both wide and tighter fitting jackets.
Advantages of Short Jackets:
1. Perfect for layering.
2. They can create the illusion of a defined waist.
3. They improve the 1/3-2/3 body silhouette for those with shorter legs.
4. Comfortable and easy to carry, particularly in stretchable fabrics.
5. They keep you warm.
6. They pair well with wide pants.
How to Style a Short Jacket:
1. Cropped Leather Jacket: This classic piece never goes out of style. Opt for black, autumnal, or pastel colors.
2. Chanel Style Jacket: Worn over a dress or jeans and a t-shirt, it adds instant elegance.
3. Cropped Blazer: A shorter blazer can emphasize or create the illusion of a waist.
4. Cropped Jacket for Dresses: Perfect for added warmth or covering up upper arms.
5. Short Denim Jacket: A versatile piece for casual looks, great over dresses, skirts, or pants.
6. Drape Jacket: Flattering and great for hiding a belly, adds interest to your outfits.
7. Crop Utility Jacket: A stylish alternative to a denim jacket.
8. Bomber Jacket: Casual and versatile, perfect over dresses or with pants and a t-shirt.
9. Black Cropped Jacket: A smart alternative to longer blazers.
10. White Cropped Jacket: Classic with longevity, ideal for spring and summer outfits.
11. Teal Jacket: Adds a pop of color, great with white jeans.
12. Pink Cropped Jacket: Perfect for a romantic look, over floral dresses or jeans and a tee.
More Style Examples:
Check out how these stylish women are rocking their short jackets:
– Eugenia pairs her cream jacket with white pants for an all-neutral look.
– Alison opts for a denim jacket with harem pants.
– Cathy shows off her short cardigan with jeans.
– Natalia’s casual chic look includes a great example of how to create a flattering silhouette with a boxy jacket.
– Lorraine gives us another great layering example.
Ready to Shop for a Short Jacket?
If you don’t have a short jacket yet, try one out! See which styles suit you best – with or without a collar, wide or fitted, high or low neckline, short or long sleeves. Experiment with proportions and layering in the store to see what works for you.