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HOW TO STYLE ONE JACKET, THREE WAYS FOR PARTY SEASON
By Emma Strawbridge, 20 October 2025
Party season is just around the corner. By now, you’ve probably received a ‘save the date’ in your work inbox, friends are discussing getting plans in before you go home for Christmas, and pubs are posting about festive bookings. But with plans going in the diary quicker than you can say ‘Secret Santa’, the last thing you need to worry about are your outfits. So if you were wondering what men should wear for a party, you're in the right place.
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Your party wardrobe should revolve around key pieces, so you can rotate them in and out for endless looks that feel different for all your plans. Senior Stylist, Charis Gray is here to tell you how to do it: ‘With so many events in party season, don’t be afraid to repeat looks! Invest in the perfect capsule wardrobe that you can mix and match. Switch up your outfits by wearing different footwear profiles, like a smart trainer or a loafer. Add a bag or chuck on a pair of glasses. Play with layering – wear a knit over a shirt, or swap to a tee or vest.’
THAT'S WHERE THE BPJ (BLACK PARTY JACKET) COMES IN
In the spirit of a capsule wardrobe, we're here to show you how to style three party looks around one jacket. There are a few things to consider when on the hunt for men’s casual smart jackets. And if you’re planning on getting your wear out of it (which you always should), then quality is key. That’s why we’ve picked this leather ASOS Collective Harrington jacket as our base.
It’s real leather with a slight grain, giving it a lived-in feel, but also means you won’t notice any inevitable scratches and scuffs where you might on smooth leather. The classic Harrington silhouette is smart-leaning, so you’ll never look unkempt, even when the rest of your outfit is casual. And lastly, it’s a truly timeless style – black goes with everything, after all.
It’s real leather with a slight grain, giving it a lived-in feel, but also means you won’t notice any inevitable scratches and scuffs where you might on smooth leather. The classic Harrington silhouette is smart-leaning, so you’ll never look unkempt, even when the rest of your outfit is casual. And lastly, it’s a truly timeless style – black goes with everything, after all.
#1: FOR CASUAL PLANS
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Not all party-season plans involve dressing up. ‘A men's leather jacket is one of the most versatile outerwear pieces to have in your wardrobe! Wear it with blue-wash denim and a white tee for an everyday elevated ‘fit or layer it on top of a knit for cosy winter vibes,’ says Charis. This goes for a group trip to Winter Wonderland, pub plans or a midweek date night. And if you like a little more dopamine with your partywear clothes, make that knit a statement one.
GET THE LOOK:
ASOS DESIGN breatheMAX™ heavyweight t-shirt in white cotton blend, £16
Reclaimed Vintage denim bootcut flare jean in light blue bleach wash, £35.99
#2: FOR A WORK PARTY
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Men’s party attire is on a spectrum of formality, so your work party outfit will depend on how corporate your office is. The beauty of this Christmas-party-ready jacket is that it will work over a blazer and suit trousers, so no problem there. But let’s assume the dress code is a little more relaxed, ‘Switching out light-wash denim for a dark indigo or charcoal-wash jean will create a smarter look’, says Charis, and you can balance things out with structured shoes and a shirt. Layers will always add dimension – do this with a cardigan that'll peek out beneath the jacket and colour-drench the outfit to make everything feel intentional.
GET THE LOOK:
Topman oversized fit shirt in brown, £36
ARKET wool knitted cardigan with button front in red burgundy, £77
#3: FOR PROPER PARTY PLANS
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When we say dressed-up plans, we don’t mean something you’d need a dinner jacket for, we mean full-throttle party. Staying out all night on the dancefloor kind of party. You’ll want a few less layers for this one, and again, it’s all about balancing the look as a whole. Charis’ advice: ‘Pair [the jacket] with a tailored trouser and a vest for a more dressed-up look.’ You can finish things off with a smart shoe again if you like, but going out-out gives more opportunity for a statement trainer, like these silver Nike Shox. Plus, they’re probably comfier for the dancefloor.
GET THE LOOK:
Reclaimed Vintage unisex 3 ring pack in molten silver, £12.99
ASOS DESIGN wide leg smart trousers with front pleat in black, £38
