Other styles to keep an eye out for in SS14 include sleeveless versions, for those wanting something edgier or a new layering piece, as well as contrast sleeve jackets, which often sees denim paired with leather, cotton or jersey materials.

In terms of detailing, a denim jacket with a shearling collar is perfect for crisp spring mornings and offers a nice mix of modern design and retro panache. Try pairing yours with a button-up linen shirt and desert boots for an effortlessly cool ensemble.

Spring/Summer Denim Jacket Lookbook

Key Denim Jackets

• New Look Denim Jacket
• Asos Sleeveless Denim Jacket
• The Laundry Folk Denim Jacket Dalston Slim Fit Sweat Sleeves
• Levis Line 8 Denim Jacket Boxy Fit Trucker Contrast Sleeves
• Pull & Bear Denim Waistcoat
• Asos Denim Jacket With Leather Look Sleeves
• J.crew Rinsed Denim Jacket
• He By Mango Dark Wash Denim Jacket
• Topman Ecru Denim Western Jacket
• He By Mango Light Wash Denim Jacket
• Replay Denim Jacket – Beige
• Topman Mid Wash Denim Gilet

The Varsity/Baseball Jacket

Varsity or baseball jackets make great ‘all-rounders’. Whether you choose to dress yours up with chinos, loafers and a button-down to channel an Ivy League aesthetic or throw it on with a plain white tee and jeans at the weekend, the varsity jacket is extremely versatile and will work hard for your money.

A sporty staple you’ll wear from now right through to autumn, you can either opt for a traditional style in a preppy colourway with collegiate badge detailing, or a more contemporary, minimal version with a cotton body and chic contrast leather sleeves.

Our favourite options for SS14 come in slightly unconventional materials. Suede, satin, linen, silk-cotton mixes and even chambray are all available on the current market and will add character and texture to any look. Not only that, they are lightweight and breathable while also offering a slightly more natural drape than the heavyweight structured versions we are accustomed to seeing throughout the colder months of the year.