The Best Denim Jackets We’re Eyeing This Fall, Inspired by Céline Dion and Margot Robbie

Mar. 15, 2025

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In This Article

Our Top Picks

Classic Denim Jackets

Trucker Jackets

Long Denim Jackets

Structured Denim Jackets

What to Know

Complete the Look

Why Trust PEOPLE?

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If a denim jacket isyour repeat fall staple, you’re in good company: Céline Dion, Selena Gomez, Sydney Sweeney, and Margot Robbie are just a few of the stars known to wear the classic style.

Stylists SayThe denim jacket is a seasonless “wardrobe staple that never goes out of style,” celebrity stylistJasmine Caccamotells PEOPLE. She adds that it’s “an attainable look no matter your style or body shape” and is made to be worn for years to come.

Stylists Say

The denim jacket is a seasonless “wardrobe staple that never goes out of style,” celebrity stylistJasmine Caccamotells PEOPLE. She adds that it’s “an attainable look no matter your style or body shape” and is made to be worn for years to come.

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A classic denim jacket is arguably the most wearable silhouette. The just-right proportions offer a casual style we all know and love.Céline Dion styled hers over a button-upwhile attending the Paris Olympics.

Levi’s Original Trucker Jacket

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We can’t discuss classic denim without mentioning Levi’s (a.k.a. the inventor of blue jeans). This jacket is beloved for its slim fit, deep inside pockets, and medium weight. Whether you go with this solid light wash or something more unique, this is a wear-anywhere jacket meant to last a lifetime.

Material:100% cotton |Sizes:XXS–XL |Colors:9 |Machine Washable:Yes, wash cold

Pro Tip!Caccamo says the best classic fit is one that hits right at the hip, so consider your ideal length while shopping for a denim jacket.

Pro Tip!

Caccamo says the best classic fit is one that hits right at the hip, so consider your ideal length while shopping for a denim jacket.

J.Crew New Classic Denim Jacket

J.Crew

$138$80 at J. Crew

J.Crew is synonymous with timeless yet modern staples crafted of quality materials — without costing a fortune. This top-rated denim jacket has a slim fit and hits slightly above the hips, making for an enduring style you’ll wear for years to come.

Material:100% cotton |Sizes:XXXS–3X |Colors:Medium blue, light blue |Machine Washable:Yes

Wrangler Stretch Denim Jacket

It’s safe to say shoppers are loving this Wrangler jacket as much as we are: It’s Amazon’s second best-selling denim jacket, having earned16,000+ five-star ratings. Join the ranks of reviewers who rave about this lightweight, comfortable pick.

Material:64% cotton, 24% polyester, 13% rayon, 1% spandex |Sizes:XS–XL |Colors:8 |Machine Washable:No

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Just as timeless as the classic denim jacket, trucker jackets have a laid-back, oversized look that adds some edginess to any outfit. Earlier this year,Selena Gomez layered a black trucker jacketover a mini dress and heels, creating an outfit formula that’s worth repeating.

Omoone Oversized Mid Long Denim Jacket

This jacket is nearly identical to Gomez’s, and it’s one of the cheapest options on our list. We love that it feels classic but is evenly scaled for an oversized fit everywhere. Wardrobe stylistJamie Frankeltells PEOPLE that she loves an oversized black denim jacket, saying it looks “extra cool” in a darker wash.

Material:100% cotton |Sizes:XS–L |Colors:11 |Machine Washable:Yes

Banana Republic The ‘90s Denim Trucker Jacket

Banana Republic

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Material:93% cotton, 7% recycled cotton |Sizes:XXS–XXL |Colors:1 |Machine Washable:Yes

Everlane Ranch Jacket

Everlane

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“This jacket is so nostalgic for me because it reminds me of my dad’s workwear clothes. It’s elevated yet still has that get-your-hands-dirty utilitarian vibe. I love the corduroy collar and big pockets.”–Erin Johnson, associate editorial director

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Material:100% cotton |Sizes:2XS–2XL |Colors:Medium blue, dark blue |Machine Washable:Yes

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Vetinee Oversized Frayed Denim Jacket

This denim shirt-jacket reminds us so much of Robbie’s lightweight jacket, with a slightly shorter length and frayed hem. It’s also the best-selling denim jacket at Amazon, and reviewers rave about its comfort and high quality. It comes in the most color variations of any denim jacket on our list, at a whopping 22.

Material:82% cotton, 10% polyester, 8% viscose |Sizes:XS–3XL |Colors:22 |Machine Washable:No

The Drop Long Denim Shirt Jacket

The darker blue wash of The Drop’s Long Denim Jacket is similar to Robbie’s, and we love the contrast stitching that emphasizes the jacket’s unique shape. Reviewers recommend you size down for a perfect, slightly oversized fit.

Material:60% cotton, 40% tencel|Sizes:2XS–5XL|Colors:Medium blue, dark blue, black |Machine Washable:Yes

Gap Longline Icon Denim Jacket

Gap

The Longline Icon from Gap provides an even longer silhouette, serving as a true alternative to a trench coat. We love this jacket’s elongating stitching, as well as the nifty slit at the back hem which allows for easier movement.

Material:95% cotton, 5% recycled cotton|Sizes:XXS–XXL|Colors:Medium blue, black |Machine Washable:Yes

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We’ve been seeing structured, collarless denim jackets everywhere, including on Sydney Sweeney, who used one to top off an all-denim look. We love that this style puts a preppy spin on the classic denim jacket while still looking timeless.

Abercrombie Collarless Denim Jacket

Abercrombie

$33$20 at Abercrombie.com

Abercrombie denim is a favorite among PEOPLE editors and writers, and we love this denim jacket that looks so muchlike Sweeney’s. It’s a bit dressier than your average denim jacket thanks to the refined silhouette, so it can be dressed up or down. Sweeney wore hers with blue jeans and heels for an elevated Candian tuxedo look.

Material:100% cotton |Sizes:2XS–2XL |Colors:Medium blue |Machine Washable:Yes

J.Crew Pleated Denim Lady Jacket

$98 at J. Crew

It’s the little details that count, and this collarless J.Crew jacket has subtle pleats that run alongside the button closure and stylish seams that further emphasize the jacket’s unique shape.

Material:100% cotton |Sizes:2XS-3XL |Colors:Medium blue |Machine Washable:Yes

What to Know About Denim Jackets

Material vs. Price

Still, you don’t have to spend a ton of money to get a great-looking, long-lasting denim jacket. TheOmoone Oversized Mid Long Denim Jacketand theWrangler Stretch Denim Jacketare both under $40, for example, and both options have great reviews. Frankel says she always has the cost-effectiveLevi’s Original Trucker Jacketon her fitting rack for clients.

Look and Feel

How a denim jacket’s fabrication is woven and washed determines the overall look, weight, and feel.Pistola Denimfounder and creative directorGrace Nasays material labels “can be misleading.”

“You can have an open-weave 100 percent cotton that feels nice and drapey, and you can also have a 100 percent cotton that is woven tightly with thick yarns and feels stiff and sturdy.” If possible, she recommends feeling denim jackets in real life. If you can’t do that, we suggest reading customer reviews and focusing on descriptions of the fabric’s feel.

Care Instructions

Whether your denim jacket is 100 percent cotton or blended with other durable but shrinkable fabrics like lyocell, Na says to wash it as little as possible and recommends spot-treating stains. If you must, she says to “turn the piece inside out to preserve the indigo, wash it in cold water on a delicate cycle, and hang to dry.”

Fill out your fall wardrobe with more best-selling styling essentials.

Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneaker$100$70 at Amazon$70 at Nordstrom$70 at ZapposGloria Vanderbilt Tapered Amanda Jeans$48$22 at AmazonView on Blair.comView on Boscovs.comLillusory Oversized Batwing Sweater$43$30 at AmazonAutomet Pullover Sweatshirt$37 at Amazon

Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneaker$100$70 at Amazon$70 at Nordstrom$70 at Zappos

Dr. Scholl’s Time Off Sneaker

$100$70 at Amazon$70 at Nordstrom$70 at Zappos

Gloria Vanderbilt Tapered Amanda Jeans$48$22 at AmazonView on Blair.comView on Boscovs.com

Gloria Vanderbilt Tapered Amanda Jeans

$48$22 at AmazonView on Blair.comView on Boscovs.com

Lillusory Oversized Batwing Sweater$43$30 at Amazon

Lillusory Oversized Batwing Sweater

$43$30 at Amazon

Automet Pullover Sweatshirt$37 at Amazon

Automet Pullover Sweatshirt

$37 at Amazon

Kate Watsonis a contributing writer for PEOPLE with seven years of experience writing fashion content. She jokingly attributes her denim expertise to her middle name, Jean, though it more accurately lies in her enthusiasm for sensible comfort and decade-long pursuit to establish her go-to denim brands, likeFrame. For this story, she studied how celebrities wear denim jackets and researched comparable styles, selecting each for its affordability, size inclusivity, aesthetic, material, and more. She also interviewed two stylists and a denim expert for their takes on styling and finding the best denim jacket for your spring wardrobe. Shopping writerGenevieve Cepedamost recently updated this story to include current trends.

Our Expert PanelJasmine Caccamois a celebrity wardrobe stylist to athletes like Alex Morgan and Mikaela Shiffrin.Jamie Frankelis a New York-based wardrobe stylist who has worked with Christie Brinkley, Nina Agdal, and Karolína Kurková.Grace Nais a denim expert and founder and creative director of Pistola Denim.

Our Expert Panel

Jasmine Caccamois a celebrity wardrobe stylist to athletes like Alex Morgan and Mikaela Shiffrin.Jamie Frankelis a New York-based wardrobe stylist who has worked with Christie Brinkley, Nina Agdal, and Karolína Kurková.Grace Nais a denim expert and founder and creative director of Pistola Denim.

source: people.com