What types of women's jackets are there?
Women's jackets come in many forms. The most common are:
- Quilted jackets: padded and light, ideal for the transitional season.
- Puffer jackets: more generously filled and warmer for cold days.
- Denim jackets: a classic denim look for spring and summer.
- Transitional jackets: light jackets for mild days.
- Bomber and blouson jackets: a sporty cut with an elastic hem.
- Winter jackets and parkas: warmly lined for the cold season.
Which jacket suits which season?
Different jackets suit different seasons:
- Spring: light jackets and denim jackets for mild days.
- Summer: thin, airy jackets for cooler evenings.
- Autumn: quilted jackets and transitional jackets that protect against wind and light rain.
- Winter: puffer jackets and parkas that keep you warm.
Which transitional jackets are on trend right now?
Light quilted jackets are especially popular, because they keep you warm without adding bulk. Denim jackets are also classics for spring and autumn and combine in many ways. Loosely cut blousons and jackets in a utility look with patch pockets look modern too. In terms of colour, alongside black and beige, muted tones like green and brown are also to the fore. What matters is that the jacket sits comfortably and suits your own style.
Which jackets really keep you warm?
Lined puffer jackets and parkas keep you warmest, because their filling stores body heat. Quilted jackets warm well too, but come out lighter and are better suited to the transitional season. For very cold days, winter jackets with a hood and dense filling are the best choice. A stand-up collar or a hood offers extra protection from wind. How warm a jacket is depends above all on the filling and the finish.
How do I recognise a good jacket?
You can recognise a good jacket by its material and finish. Clean seams, zips that close well and an overall clean finish are a sign of quality. The jacket should fit well at the shoulders and allow enough freedom of movement. The fit matters too: it should neither pull nor sit too loosely. A look at the care label tells you how the jacket can be cleaned and how easy it is to care for.