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Bomber Jacket

Mango Man

Another ‘military brat’, the bomber jacket has gone up and down in popularity since its introduction as a flight jacket in World War I. The style’s most recent resurrection came when Kanye West wore a customised version of the OG bomber jacket – the MA-1 by Alpha Industries – on his Yeezus tour and it has since become a firm favourite among the street-wearing hip-hop crew.

The wide-cut of the jacket across the chest blows out your upper body proportions for a flattering silhouette that will work for even the most pigeon chested out there.

“It’s the most versatile of lightweight jackets,” says Goater. “Wear sized up over hoodies and graphic tees for a relaxed style or opt for a bomber in a cotton or suede fabric teamed with a crisp white tee and cropped trousers for a smarter look.”

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Trench Coat

Zara

Fancy yourself as a bit of a film noir leading man entering the scene through a veil of smoke? Then make like Bogie and Mitchum and nab yourself a trench coat this spring.

In simple terms, the trench coat is a three-quarter length coat designed to keep you dry, and traditionally comes complete with a plethora of details including a belted waist, a double-breasted front, shoulder epaulettes and buttoned cuffs. The style is as versatile as you like, working for mid-century purveyors as well as street wearing kids checking their phones while queueing for the latest Supreme drop. It’s also one of the few spring jackets that works well over a suit any those worried city slickers reading this.

“It’s a true wardrobe staple that can be easily adapted into any new season trend,” says Goater. “I’d pair one with some chunky trainers, baggy denim, pastel hues & bucket hat for a proper bit of 90s nostalgia.”

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Varsity Jacket

Schott NYC

There’s no time machine out there that’s going to zap you back to those halcyon college days. But you can at least try and recapture the glory by picking up an evergreen varsity jacket.