Whatever you opt for, don’t wear this piece as if you meticulously planned the look. Effortless, almost accidental styling will avoid you coming across too precious – throw it on over any of your current go-to outfits and forget about it.

Lookbook Inspiration

Key Styles

• Asos Mac In Shorter Length
• Reclaimed Vintage Waxed Jacket In Navy
• J. Crew Tall British Millerain Waxed Cotton Field Jacket
• He By Mango Tailored Cotton Trench
• Ted Baker Coat In Check
• He By Mango Premium Field Jacket
• Belstaff Roadmaster Waxed-cotton Jacket
• Lot78 Heavyweight Cotton Field Jacket
• River Island Navy Smart Short Mac

The Denim Jacket

Although they never really fell out of vogue or lost their cool factor, denim jackets are trending again for 2014 due to the 1980s/1990s revival we’re seeing across the industry.

A classic indigo or raw denim version is completely timeless and will continue to get good wear for many more years to come. However, if you are looking to create more of a statement, why not consider adding a light wash, khaki, black, grey or even white version to your wardrobe this year? All are available on the current market and will definitely have you standing out from the crowd.

Other contemporary details that will help make your jacket more individual include shearling/borg collars and contrast fabric sleeves.

Whatever you end up going for, make sure you choose the cut that best suits your needs and body shape. For example, a fitted, slimmer version looks great dressed up in smart-casual outfits, while slouchier, roomier styles are perfect for relaxed, casual dressers.

Feeling brave? Try pulling off one of menswear’s most risky looks: double denim. No longer an automatic faux pas, so long as you don’t match your washes/shades exactly you won’t go far wrong.

As for the rest of us who prefer to play it safe, a denim jacket will help your coloured chinos transition into autumn without any problems.