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From Geena Davis’ pearl-studded Jett Paris piece in Thelma & Louise to the teen gang uniforms in The Outsiders, denim jackets have shaped some of the most iconic film characters. Since debuting in the late 1800s by denim inventor Levi Strauss, jean jackets have gone from blue-collar workwear essentials to versatile wardrobe staples worn by truckers and Hollywood stars alike.
Now that balmier weather is arriving soon, we’ve rounded up some of the best jean jackets for women to wear this fall and beyond. The majority of our picks are made of materials such as organic cotton (which requires less water and doesn’t use pesticides) and wood pulp-based Tencel lyocell to encourage a more sustainable, earth-safe wardrobe.
Whether you’re pairing your piece with low-rise denim or baggy jeans, check out some of the most stylish jean jackets — in trucker, bomber, oversized, boxy and retro silhouettes — by Levi’s, Zac Posen-led Gap, AG Jeans, Everlane, Mother, Frame and more brands frequently spotted on A-listers.
Levi’s ’90s Trucker Jacket
A Levi’s classic that fits every style (and comes in five versatile washes).
Frame The Denim Swing Jacket
Frame’s boxy denim jacket has a pleated back that brings some swing to your step. Florence Pugh, Jessica Alba and Kate Bosworth have worn the L.A.-based label.
Quince 100% Organic Cotton Denim Jacket
Quince’s sustainable and durable 100 percent organic cotton jacket will be your new go-to all season.
Reformation Knightly Denim Jacket
Ref’s eco-friendly fitted denim jacket is made with 80 percent organically grown cotton and 20 percent recycled cotton.
The ultimate denim jacket for your Canadian tuxedo.
Marc Jacobs Gray Charm Shrunken Trucker Denim Jacket
Colorful crystals add a punch of color to this cropped bleached black trucker jacket by Marc Jacobs.
Outerknown the Canyon Shacket
For warmer days, reach for this laid-back 100 organic cotton jacket from Outerknown, the sustainable label founded by surfer Kelly Slater.
Mother The All My Exes Embroidered Denim Shirt
Mother’s ’70s-inspired embroidered shirt — which can double as a lightweight jacket — makes white totally OK after Labor Day.
Good American Barrel Sleeve Denim Jacket
Khloe Kardashian’s Good American presents this voluminous-sleeved denim jacket made with 20 percent recycled cotton, 79 percent standard cotton and 1 percent elastane.
Lee x Crayola Limited Edition Colors Cropped Chore Jacket
Lee’s back-to-school-ready collab with Crayola — which includes denim railroad stripe jackets, pants, overalls and more in your favorite school supply brand’s retired colors — is here to brighten up your fall.
Madewell Zip-Up Bomber Jacket
Madewell’s bestselling lightweight bomber is sporty, effortless and made wiith 39 percent eco-friendly Tencel Lyocell at a Fair Trade Certified factory.
J. Crew Oversized Cropped Trucker Jacket
J. Crew’s cropped trucker jacket is made with 30 percent regenerative cotton and finished with a contrast corduroy collar.
Everlane Denim Chore Blazer
Available in other colors, Everlane’s organic cotton chore jacket is a laid-back, eco-conscious twist on a classic utilitarian silhouette. (Angelina Jolie, Meghan Markle, Adele and Carey Mulligan are among the stars who have been spotted wearing Everlane.)
[BLANKNYC] Women’s Bear Hug Denim Sherpa Jacket
Sherpa always adds extra coziness.
Joe’s Jeans Boxy Jacket
A dependable, cropped indigo essential by Joe’s Jeans, which boasts celebrity stylist Dani Michelle as its creative director.
Guess Jeans Eco Annalise Denim Shacket
Guess’ corset-inspired Annalise denim shacket is made with 64 percent regular cotton, 20 percent Tencel lyocell, 15 percent recycled cotton and 1 percent elastane/spandex.
The collarless neckline and raw edge hem combine for a modern take on a classic denim style. (AG Jeans has been spotted on Gisele Bundchen, Olivia Palermo, Emma Roberts, Sofia Vergara and other stars._
Gap UltraSoft Denim Trench Coat
Fresh off a Katseye-led fall campaign, Gap’s latest collection includes this elevated denim trench.
Citizens of Humanity Alma Jacket
The horsebit detailing adds a light equestrian finish to Citizens of Humanity’s structured dark indigo denim jacket made of regenerative cotton.
Petal & Pup Avon Bow Front Denim Shacket
This dark wash shacket‘s bow closures add a playful touch.
Diesel’s edgy moto jacket is sewn from partly recycled cotton.
Nudie Jeans Ada Workwear Jacket
We love that Nudie Jeans’ organic cotton workwear jacket (made of rigid 14.2 oz. denim) comes with the sustainable brand’s lifetime repair guarantee.
Cinq à Sept Delanie Denim Peplum Jacket
Peplum hems always bring a touch of romance.
L’Agence Janelle Slim-Fit Raw Denim Jacket
Made from Japanese denim, this frayed hem jacket exemplifies star-loved brand L’Agence’s signature L.A.-meets-Paris aesthetic.
Polo Ralph Lauren Yankees Denim Bomber Jacket
Polo Ralph Lauren’s chic denim bomber jacket will be a fashion home run at Yankee Stadium.
