Winter brings the ideal opportunity to flaunt your collection of jackets and other outerwear. The season is perfect for soft fur coats, smart trench coats, puffer jackets, and cloud-like hoodies. However, if you do not live in a country with winter all year round, it’s best to build a collection of lightweight women’s jackets.
Lightweight jackets for women transition seamlessly through seasons, making them the top choice to ace between-season fashion. They are also the ultimate hack to get the cosy vibes if you live in a region where temperatures don’t drop to wool coat levels. Lightweight jackets also make a great companion if you love wearing sleeveless dresses and tops but cannot stand wind chill.
Unsure how to go about buying lightweight women’s jackets? Keep reading to learn how to pick the right ones:
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Think Layering
Layering allows you to stay fashionable when the sun is out, while still having the option to add warmth when it starts getting cold. Adding layers is a great option for the in-between phase after summer, where it is cold but not worthy of taking out thicker coats. An easy-going three-layer outfit option is to go for a t-shirt, lightweight hoodie, and a denim jacket. For an elegant look, choose a sweater or blazer that can be layered over a shirt or top.
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Choose Performance Fabrics
Windcheaters, bomber jackets, and lightweight quilted zip-ups are waterproof and will keep you dry amid rain. They also provide wind resistance for activities like jogging and trekking so your fitness goals don’t have to suffer in the winter. If you want to stay weather-proof yet fashionable, opt for lightweight trench coats in bright hues to add joy to gloomy days or light drizzles. Love form plus function? Go for lightweight women’s jackets with a longline style and a belt for an hourglass silhouette. For daily wear, you can also go for jackets in breathable fabrics, like cotton blends, nylon, and polyester.
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What’s the Occasion?
“Well, damn, Jackie, I can’t control the weather” – through memes and gifs, the world still remembers Ashton Kutcher’s iconic line from The 70s Show (2001). This relatable dilemma of seeking your partner’s jacket when it gets cold ends with lightweight women’s jackets. These can be easily styled to look chic with casual, formal, as well as semi-formal events. So no more begging, borrowing, or stealing for warmth. From cropped jackets with formal dresses to elegant long shrugs over cowboy shorts, there are many options for you to look stylish while staying toasty for virtually any occasion.
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Consider Sizing Up
Jacket sizes can differ from your other tops as you have to wear them over other pieces. Sizing up is ideal in this case, or if you’re aiming to create a baggy outfit with a lightweight women’s jacket. Consider sizing up 2–3 sizes for this look. Additionally, the winter season causes the ‘want to be in bed’ syndrome and brings with it several holidays, so sizing up will help if the weighing scales tip slightly higher (thanks to all that hot cocoa!).
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Transition and Transform
Lightweight jackets that zip up or have buttons can be just used as tops when it’s not cold enough to layer, but you still need a thicker material. Shirt jackets or Shackets are made of fabrics (such as canvas or flannel) that keep you warm. Oversized shackets are also trendy and can be styled with skirts for the boyfriend-shirt look or with a shirt and trousers. If streetwear is your vibe, go for varsity or bomber jackets. Similarly, long-knit sweaters can be worn like a dress – style it up with stockings and boots for a cute day-out look.
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Pick Colours & Textures Wisely
While choosing your lightweight jacket for the winter, you need to consider one of two options – making it the main piece or blending it with other pieces to create an outfit. For the latter, you can stock up on neutral-toned jackets that can match any outfit or look for colours that complement things you already have. If you want to make a statement with your outerwear, women’s jackets made of crushed velvet or metallic fabrics (added points for bling) will be perfect for you.
How to Store and Take Care of Jackets
A big plus of choosing lightweight women’s jackets for the winter is that they can be stored easily and require minimal space. You can fold and stack knitwear like cardigans and delicate cashmere sweaters, preferably away from anything with hooks. Lightweight jackets are also low-maintenance and don’t usually require dry cleaning. However, ensure you carefully read the instructions on the label and follow them closely for the upkeep of your jackets.
Pro tip: Hang your jackets with other pieces like tops and sweaters – the way you want to layer them – to have curated outfits ready to be worn whenever you want.
So there you have it – six things to keep in mind when jacket shopping this season. We hope mastering the art of wearing lightweight women’s jackets in the winter will be breezy with these tips.