Essential Spring/Summer Outerwear: The Cropped Jacket
The Long & Short Of It
We’ve already reported how long length jackets and coats are big news this season. From macs to unlined overcoats, the runway told the high street to keep our entire body covered during the April showers. But what about those of us who don’t quite have the height to pull off this style?
To keep things versatile, and slightly more traditional, we’re bringing you the lowdown on the perfect alternative to long-length outerwear: the cropped silhouette.
Short Spring Jackets
As we’re all aware, the transitional season can be difficult to dress for. And, although some of the long length jackets donned by tall skinny models on the runways in Milan looked fantastic, the thought of us continuing to pull on our trench coat throughout the warmer months doesn’t seem entirely practical.
We’re not saying that you shouldn’t invest in a long length jacket for SS14 – it’s just a good idea to have the choice. Although Britain’s weather is unpredictable at best, spring has felt promising this year so far, which means a long coat could quickly leave you hot and flustered when the temperature picks up. And, if our scorcher of a summer last year is anything to go by, a shorter and more lightweight outerwear option will be both a functional and stylish investment.
So, from bombers and bikers to denim and varsity jackets, the cropped silhouette is ideal for these in-between months. Breathable, lightweight fabrics will not only stop you from overheating on sunny afternoons spent in the beer garden, but will also give you the option to layer on crisp mornings. That’s why we consider the cropped jacket to be an essential part of every man’s warm-weather wardrobe.
Statement Style or Practical Piece?
When it comes to deciding on which type of jacket you want to invest in, it’s all about knowing your body type and personal style. This isn’t to say you can’t leave your comfort zone, we encourage the art of reinvention here at FashionBeans, but we all come to know (usually after much trial and error) which designs suit us best.
