A Bomber Jacket Is the Cool-Girl-Approved Way to Layer Up This Fall

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It’s finally the best time of the year to get dressed—not too hot, not too cold, but just right for wearing a light jacket. Cue the bomber jacket, which has managed to escape the trend cycle of seasons past and graduate to becoming a coveted wardrobe staple. Bombers offer endless layering potential; you can dress them up or dress them down, and there’s no wrong time to wear them, day or night. They come in a wide range of materials, from the classic satin or nylon to leather, suede, and wool. A bomber jacket has the unique ability to make just about any outfit both look and feel cool, no matter who is wearing it. They also have the seal of approval from fashion’s chicest insiders, including NYFW street style stars and celebrities like Hailey Bieber.

Vogue s Top Bomber Jackets:

• The Leather Bomber: Chloé paneled leather jacket, $4,790
• The Shell Bomber: Banana Republic nylon insulated bomber, $220
• The Woolen Bomber: Khaite Spencer bomber jacket, $3,800
• The Shearling Bomber: Lemaire faux shearling-trimmed jacket, $3,995
• The Suede Bomber: Prada suede bomber jacket, $6,600

When it comes to styling this transitional piece, you can pair it with a plain white tee and your favorite jeans for a quick and easy outfit recipe, or wear it with a little black dress for an evening out. You can also make your bomber the star of the show, especially if you try a statement-making puffer style from Loewe or one of Khaite’s signature sleek silhouettes.