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From pink denim jackets to lime green shackets and the anything-but-boring blues, this everyday essential has had one serious upgrade.

We may be saying hello to another heatwave, whipping out the bikinis, swimsuits and summer shorts, but we hate to break it to you – it is going to end soon.

For some, this may be a blessing, as you can finally eat, sleep and do whatever else in peace without a constant trickle of sweat down your back; others, however, may shed a tear to see it go. But, all is not lost – once the cooler weather creeps in, the fashion does too, and trans-seasonal pieces are some of the trendiest.

Biker boots, tights and the odd piece of knitwear will soon start to appear, extending our summer wardrobes of floral frocks and summer tops by a good few weeks. But before that comes a long-time style staple: the denim jacket. 

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Created by the still stylish Levi’s around 140 years ago, denim jackets quickly joined jeans as an everyday essential, and they’ve shown no sign of falling off the fashion pedestal yet. Whether wrapped around the shoulders of Judd Nelson in The Breakfast Club, Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, or doubled up with jeans in the iconic Britney-Justin style, the humble denim jacket has touched almost every corner of pop culture for many a decade, but it’s not just your boring old basic.

With pretty pinks, numerous neutrals and even belted options now available, there are thousands of styles to choose from for every style, budget and body shape. We’ve rounded up our favourite finds from Allsaints, Ganni, H&M and many more to make the hunt a little bit easier, and are giving ourselves a pat on our denim-coated backs for what we’ve found. 

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• Levi’s the original trucker jacket

  Named ‘the original’ for a reason, a Levi’s denim jacket is famous within the fashion world. In a non-stretch denim made from a cotton and lyocell blend, it’s a no-frills approach that is sure to last you a lifetime.

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• Mother of Pearl Brennon denim jacket

  Sustainable fashion expert Mother of Pearl has brought its signature pearls to jazz up a normal-looking jacket. Made from 100% organic cotton, grown, spun and woven in the same country, the carbon footprint is small yet its style points are ever-growing.

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• Ganni Camy denim jacket

  Pink to make everyone wink, this Ganni jacket nails Barbiecore hard. Clashing dark and light pink to make even more of a statement, this isn’t for the faint-hearted but is for the fashionable.

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• Mango pockets denim jacket

  Most denim jackets have a front button closure, but buttons aren’t up everyone’s street, and this may be the answer. With a zip-up front and a slightly cropped cut, this jacket is an easy throw-on-and-go that won’t have you fiddling around for hours when in a rush.

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• & Other Stories button up denim jacket

  A classic for summer, this white denim jacket takes the trend and turns it into a warm weather staple. With wide-cut sleeves, two front pockets and six silver buttons up the front, it’s pared-back in a laid-back cut.

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• Allsaints Anders denim jacket

  Combining a denim jacket with a sweatshirt, this Allsaints option is fashion-forward yet easy to style so long as you go in with confidence. Whether paired with white jeans as pictured or an LBD, treat it as you would a normal denim jacket and you’ll have no problems.

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• River Island green cropped denim shacket

  Possibly the brightest denim jacket we’ve ever seen, this River Island find is sure to steal the spotlight. With a cut-off hem, large front pockets and silver buttons, it’s certainly bold yet it pairs with more than you would first think.

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• The Kooples black denim jacket

  Known for its cool biker chic aesthetic, The Kooples has a great selection of denim jackets, but this black one is topping our list. Straight cut with two pockets and tone-on-tone topstitching, it’s plain and simple yet effortlessly stylish.

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• Jigsaw cream denim jacket

  Not quite white yet far from the typical blue, this denim jacket nails the neutral aesthetic perfectly. Crafted from ethically sourced premium ecru cotton denim and with large flap-covered pockets, it’s stylish and more sustainable than some other high-street buys.

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• Karen Millen petite belted denim western jacket

  Belted to really cinch in the waist, this classic style has been given a figure-flattering twist. The D-ring belt can be removed, but when left on is the perfect way to define and shape your curves when wearing a midi, maxi or midaxi dress or skirt.

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• Nobody’s Child embroidered boxy jacket

  Florals aren’t just reserved for frocks or shirts as this jacket is sure to demonstrate. With matching shorts available, it makes an adorable set perfect for festivals, garden parties and park picnics.

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