Best Spring Coats and Jackets

Say hello to the new season's statement outerwear, from preppy-style bomber jackets to timeless classics

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The spring trench coat

So, which jackets are best for spring? Get ready for (ever-so-slightly) warmer weather by swapping wintry duvet coats for lighter layers. A trench coat is one of the best spring coats you can purchase for the new season: effortless, practical, and always in style. Our cotton-rich trench coat has a contemporary cropped length, but still has the classic design details you'd expect such as a storm flap, tie belt and epaulettes. If you're petite, try this shorter belted trench in classic beige. On colder days, layer a lightweight sweater under your trench coat for some added cosiness.

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Choose a bomber jacket for spring

Preppy, varsity-inspired clothing is everywhere this spring and an easy way to reboot your wardrobe for the new season. If you want to dip a toe in the trend, our top pick is this college-style bomber jacket, which has a relaxed fit and is made from soft navy-blue faux leather. We love it worn with slouchy cargo-inspired jeans (choose a darker wash for a more elevated feel) and on-point studded ballet flats.

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The lightweight quilted jacket

Picking the right outerwear in between seasons can be tricky – get it wrong and you're either shivering or at risk of overheating all day. A lightweight cotton quilted jacket is a clever choice for when warmer weather is on the horizon but not quite here yet. If you love pattern, brighten up your new-season wardrobe with this floral-print jacket by Per Una. With a neat round-neck collar and a zip-fastening it's the perfect segue into spring dressing. Wear with barrel-leg jeans for an effortless weekend look and keep on hand for the summer months as a cover-up for chillier days.

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The wear-everywhere leather jacket

Investing in a leather jacket is always a good idea. It's a true wardrobe chameleon and has your sartorial back whatever plans you have in the diary and you're guaranteed to wear it on repeat. Choosing a black leather jacket might seem the obvious choice, but we're loving the rich cognac brown of this leather trucker-style jacket by Jaeger, ideal for teaming with spring's softer, more muted palette. Pair with rich creams and shades of tan and brown for a luxurious take on new-season dressing.

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Published 30/06/2025