I hate to break it to you, but summer is over (sniff). Take a deep breath of that fresh, cool air. Fall is here, and honestly? It’s a season to look forward to. It’s time to swap sweat for sleeves. There’s something very satisfying about putting on that first light fall jacket. Layering is fun! Layering allows you to build your outfit piece by piece, while still leaving room for a little attitude.

Fashion works six months in advance, and while the trends for Spring/Summer 2026 are just hitting the runways, we’re looking straight ahead to the Fall/Winter 2025 shows. We’ve had some time to let this season’s trends sink in and take root. You may already be familiar with some of these fall jacket trends, but here we see new variations. Like a classic trench coat with a new, shorter hem—so short it could even function as a dress. Or an aviation-style jacket in leather or silk. A court jacket with a neckline that exudes seriousness. A sporty tracksuit jacket, with or without matching pants. A sexy suede jacket—the perfect mix for the transition period. Keep this in mind if you’re looking for something to complete your funky-fresh fall wardrobe. The five best transitional jackets for fall are just a click away!

Cropped Trenches

The trench coat has been shortened! Gone are the long, floor-length hems, replaced by something short and snappy. The cut ends at the waist, perhaps slightly above. It’s a trench coat that has been reinterpreted for trips to the supermarket, not for storms.

Aviation Jackets

Originally designed for cockpits and pilots, this functional flight jacket stands out for its structure: boxy silhouettes, large collars, and durable pockets. It may bring to mind classic models, but this year’s version is made of silk, lambskin, or weathered leather.

Courtroom Jackets

This model has a history. The silhouette is reminiscent of Dior’s original bar jacket—a tailored fit, clean lines, and a structure that is deliberate but not stiff. The new courtroom jacket captivates with its ladylike elegance, striking neckline, and a touch of playfulness. Sophisticated, but not boring!

Track Jackets

Once worn for warming up, now worn for going out—the tracksuit jacket remains a perennial favorite this fall. It is simple, uncomplicated, and has a certain carefree quality about it. Combined with matching pants or worn separately, this jacket strikes just the right balance between sporty and stylish without being too flashy.

Suede

Suede is tactile and emphasizes texture over shine. It has a certain softness reminiscent of the 70s. Consider all previous jacket styles in suede to add an extra layer of tactility.