The jacket you choose can say a lot about your personality — whether you want to be chic with neutrals, fashion forward with animal prints or comfortable with puffers. We have put together the season’s most sorted out trends to take you through this winter:
Puffer
This season’s trendiest jacket is also the comfiest and cosiest! Worn for skiing earlier, this jacket has found its way to become one of the most versatile winter jackets, especially in a place with extreme cold weathers. This season, switch between your regular black and coloured jackets, which are getting more popular. While the black ones are still the best for a more refined and formal look, the coloured ones can be worn everywhere else.
Bold checks
Checkered jackets have always been part of many of our wardrobes. This season, the checks are getting bolder and brighter. Style these with turtleneck to look classy and sophisticated. If you feel the checks are too masculine, offset them with a floral or feminine blouse and dainty earrings.
Fleece
You may see fleece jacket everywhere since its winter. But this season, it’s officially a trend, especially printed fleece or ones with embellishments or detailing. Unlike wool or shearling, fleece is completely synthetic, hence is locks in the warmth. It’s also lightweight and quick to dry. You can experiment with various colours and patterns, especially animal prints which are seen everywhere and have also found its way to fleece. Wear your jacket with denims and boots. You are all set to go!
Indian fabrics
If you live in an area which is not cold, you can try out the latest Indian fashion jackets in fabrics like Ikat and Batik. Even though they are made of cotton, when fused or quilted they are proven to be quite warm. These jackets immediately give you an artsy, yet chic look. Style them with trousers, pencil skirts or dark denims for work.
Belted
When it comes to trench coats, belted is the way to go! The idea is to cinch the wait and then let the jacket be a bit slouchy. The best way to style this would be with skinny jeans or well fitted pants as you don’t want to look too bulky!
(The writer is the Chief Stylist, Voonik)
