From printed kimonos to embroidered bomber jackets, there’s never been a better time to invest in a summer cover-up. StyleNest have done the hard work and picked the best summer jackets.
Thanks to the SS14 catwalks, the jacket department has never looked so appealing. With bomber jackets getting a feminine spin courtesy of Victoria Beckham and Jonathan Saunders, and trenches given a denim makeover at Acne and a feminine overhaul at Givenchy, fashion has taken a practical approach to the season. But it’s one that’s utterly vibrant and lust-worthy.
From fail-safe tweed jackets to the more directional sheer sports jackets, there’s a cover-up to suit every summer occasion, style and budget. But be warned, you might find it hard to pick just one favourite…
Printed Rain Mac
Inspired by the plastic fantastic coats seen on the runway for Burberry SS14, the rain mac is back for summer. Make this bold and bright style your go-to for practical and carefree festival style.
£35.00
Acne Studios ‘Ezra’ cotton-gabardine jacket
This modern, summer twist on the parka can be worn with skinny leathers and heels just as well as it can out in the country with boots and jeans.
£600.00
Chloe striped linen blazer
The ultimate summer jacket comes in the form of this Chloe jacket. Lightweight, subtly colourful and a great cut, it’s a true investment which can be styled with everything from a pretty wedding guest dress to boyfriend jeans and tailoring.
£1,370
Burberry London short trench
The trench is an enduring classic but for summer, opt for a cropped style like this timeless Burberry London number which will keep you stylish season after season…
£995.00
Zip-up Jacquard Jacket
Pretty goes modern with this graphic printed jacket. Perfect for layering with crisp clean white and silver.
£69.00
Equipment Floral Silk Bomber Jacket
The bomber jacket gets a feminine makeover thanks to Equipment’s uber-pretty florals. Wear over stonewash denim at the weekend and then over a white mini dress on holiday.
£375.00
Oriental Print Kimono
With endless styling possibilities for both on and off duty, and coming in an array of pretty patterns like this Dorothy Perkins style, it’s no surprise that the kimono is this summer’s must-have.
£20.00
Short Stripe Jacket
A great day to night jacket, this striped jacket will take you from the office to rooftop cocktails. Simply add a statement necklace and bold heels for the evening.
£29.99
Elizabeth & James ‘Bronco’ White Cotton Blend Jacket
The bomber jacket gets a smart, workwear-appropriate makeover in the form of this understatedly cool Elizabeth & James jacket.
£450.00
Denim Trench
Combining the smart edge of a trench with the urban vibe of denim, this H&M jacket is perfect for achieving that elusive off-duty model aesthetic. Wear with a slogan tee and skorts for an effortless mix of hi-lo style.
£34.99
Black Sleeveless Jacket
Take your workwear cue from the Stella McCartney and Chloe collections via Mango with this versatile sleeveless jacket. Keep it classic with skinny cropped trousers and a white shirt.
£39.99
Striped Denim Jacket
All-white looks are big news this season and this stripe jacket will add a preppy splash of colour to the mix. Simply style over a cut-offs, a white tee and sliders for a look which will take you from the beach to the bar.
£44.99
J Brand White Denim Jacket
In case you didn’t get the memo, white should be your denim colour of choice this season. Wear it with a shirt dress for work, and switch it up with dungarees at the weekend.
£270.00
Marques’ Almeida collarless denim jacket
Inject a hint of the 90s revival into your summer wardrobe with this frayed denim jacket. Perfect for layering over cropped tops, it’ll also prove to be a great evening jacket.
£275.00
Proenza Schouler Cropped Tweed Jacket
Kick-started by Isabel Marant, the tweed jacket is an essential summer cover-up which will take you from a city wedding to lunch with the girls.
£1,135
Embellished Kimono
Whether worn over a bikini on the beach or with denim cut-offs at a festival, this pretty beaded kimono is one of the season’s hardest working and best-looking cover-ups.
£65.00
Kimono Jacket
This relaxed fitting jacket is a great all-rounder which can be worn to work with high-waisted wide leg trousers just as well as it can over a playsuit at the weekend.
£35.00
Rag & Bone White Sleeveless Jacket
Channel the eternally cool NY designers such as Rag & Bone and team this tailored jacket with silk track pants and a vest for an evening sport-luxe look.
£345.00
‘Ada’ peach Double Breasted Jacket
A classic in the making, this pretty yet sharply cut blazer should be styled with shorts for a cool summer wedding look and a lace skirt for the office.
£175.00
Stripe Embellished Jacket
Summer is the perfect time to indulge in prints, colour and embellishment and this jacket is drawing us to it like magpies. For a date or a city break, evening out or downtime at the weekend, it’s a fun and vibrant addition to any summer wardrobe.
£75.00
Talitha Paisley Print Embellished Silk Jacket
No summer wardrobe is complete without some folk-inspired touches. And this high fashion style is no exception. Take it from the boardroom to the bar – it really is that versatile.
£645.00
Pale Blue Leather Jacket
Due to the unpredictable British climate, a leather jacket should always be on-hand. But for summer, opt for a pastel shade like this baby blue version for a more refreshingly feminine point of difference.
£439.00
Tropical-lined Scuba Jacket
Take your cue from the catwalks and inject a vibrant hit of palm prints into your summer wardrobe. Perfect for teaming with crisp whites on a summer’s evening.
£38.00
Embroidered Bomber Jacket
Go bold this summer with an embroidered satin bomber jacket, It shouldn’t but it looks amazing with denim and dark tailoring, just as it was seen on the Richard Nicoll SS14 catwalk.
£65.00
Embroidered Jacket
Summer is the best excuse to release your inner bohemian goddess and this pretty Warehouse embroidered jacket is how to do it in style.
£50.00
Cropped Sequinned Jacket
There’s never a better time to indulge in sequins as when you’ve got a calendar full of summer celebrations. But why not incorporate this jacket into your more causal wardrobe by styling with boyfriend jeans and cropped blouse?
£79.99
Fringed Leather Jacket
Everyone points their fashion compass to Kate Moss when dressing for festivals which is why this Zara jacket is an absolute essential for partying all summer long.
£129.00
