Apologies to blazers—out of nowhere, this "hideous" jacket trend has become the favorite choice for every fashion enthusiast.

Apologies to blazers—out of nowhere, this "hideous" jacket trend has become the favorite choice for every fashion enthusiast.

      This season, my blazers are taking a back seat, and my bouclé jackets are on hold—those preppy essentials that I’ve typically leaned on now seem less essential. Instead, there's a new vibe in the air. Everything points towards a sports day theme. The fashion industry's longstanding infatuation with trainer trends is well-known, but this year, the connection has intensified. Sporty shorts, rugby sweaters, and even football jerseys are making their way into the wardrobe, signaling a broader shift towards athletic styles that are already leading the way for autumn 2025. The first indication? The prominent emergence of the windbreaker jacket.

      Reinvented in oversized, bomber-like designs, this new version is lightweight, comfortable, and frequently weather-resistant. Features such as cropped hems and funnel necks—one of the season's favored outerwear styles—transform the functional design into something sleek and avant-garde, helping it shed its "ugly" reputation. Fashion enthusiasts have quickly embraced this trend. I’ve already noticed influencers in Copenhagen and London adopting this silhouette. With Miu Miu showcasing a retro-inspired blouson and Uniqlo offering an editor-approved style, the trend is swiftly moving from runway to high street.

      Continue reading to explore my selection of the best windbreaker jackets below.

      Shop Windbreaker Jackets:

      H&M

      Water-Repellent Popover Jacket

      This is also available in a light brown option.

      Toteme

      Cotton-Blend Jacket

      In a light cream hue, this easily fits into a capsule wardrobe.

      I know that several team members have their eyes on this jacket.

      Bershka

      Lightweight Hooded Jacket

      Wear it with denim or pair it with sporty leggings.

      Varley

      Nellie Relaxed Fit Windbreaker

      Introduce a splash of color to your autumn collection.

      Miu Miu

      Technical Fabric Blouson Jacket

      Act fast! I doubt this will be in stock for long.

      Grab it while it’s on sale.

      Urban Outfitters

      Columbia Black Paracutie Hooded Windbreaker

      Windproof and stylish? What more could you want in an autumn layer?

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Apologies to blazers—out of nowhere, this "hideous" jacket trend has become the favorite choice for every fashion enthusiast.

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