WONDERING HOW TO STYLE THAT DENIM JACKET?

Pull&Bear Denim trucker jacket in navy, £45.99

Let’s start with an oft-overlooked feature of the denim jacket: the silhouette. Just because this wardrobe staple has been around for aeons doesn’t mean one size fits all. There are countless iterations of denim jacket styles to choose from – whether that’s boxy, oversized, or pieces that feel workwear adjacent. If you have a preferred jacket size and shape, apply that thinking to your denim pieces and you’re off to the races. This season, bombers and cargo-style jackets are leading the charge – and, you guessed it, they’re all available in denim. If you fancy yourself more of a traditionalist, then clean-cut, straight-fitting layers are always a safe bet.

Arguably the most versatile style, a short denim jacket is flattering on most figures and sits nicely atop your usual trouser rotation. Boxy fits are in this season, and more dramatically cropped silhouettes have even been making the rounds at men's fashion weeks – should you feel inclined. For this classic shape, we’d keep the trousers a little wide and structured so you don’t lean top-heavy. Tailored black pieces are always a nice contrast to denim’s casual vibes, while loafers and a white T-shirt will give your ensemble a 1950s twist.

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Pull&Bear Denim trucker jacket in medium blue, £45.99
Mango wool mix tailored trouser in black, £59.99
Bershka Short sleeve t-shirt in white, £9.99
Dr Martens Unisex Adrian Ben tassel loafer in black, £155

There are so many ways to wear a denim jacket, but a long denim jacket is a great choice if your aesthetic veers into workwear territory. A denim chore jacket or barn jacket will always feel on-trend and both work nicely with neutral cargo trousers. Tech-forward trainers are great here, so reach for a trusty Salomon or Asics to keep the off-duty energy alive. Finish with a cap and cross-body bag, and this is a formula you can roll out no matter the day’s agenda.

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Tommy Jeans chore denim jacket with pocket detail in dark wash, £110
ASOS DESIGN loose cargo trousers in brown, £35
Salomon XT-Whisper trainers in black, £140
ASOS DESIGN nylon crossbody bag in black, £15

Want to know how to wear a jean jacket for more formal settings? Thanks to a timeless design and heavyweight, structured fabric, denim jackets can keep up with the best of your formal white shirts. This pairing is more about the little details, like rolling up your denim sleeves to reveal slivers of white cuff, and balancing with a relaxed trouser like a barrel-leg.

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ASOS DESIGN co-ord striped denim jacket in raw wash, £55
Polo Ralph Lauren custom fit poplin shirt in white, £129
ASOS DESIGN smart pleated barrel leg trousers in black, £35
ASOS DESIGN square sunglasses with brown lens and crystal green frame, £14

Just as denim jackets work great as an outer layer, they’re also worth slipping underneath heavier coats and jackets in the colder months. For the perfect men's jean jacket outfit, try buttoning a denim jacket up the top (a black one works well for this look) and piling on a heavyweight, oversized wool coat for high-low styling. This is also a nice opportunity to roll out the infamous Canadian tuxedo, pairing your denim top-half with some relaxed straight-leg jeans and classic trainers like New Balance 740s.

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Pull&Bear Denim trucker jacket in faded black, £45.99
ASOS COLLECTIVE AC-B253 classic straight fit jean in black denim, £35
ASOS DESIGN extreme oversized wool look overcoat in black, £90
New Balance 740 metallic trainers in black and grey, £100