I don't know about you, but these past few weeks of early spring have created an outerwear conundrum that's left me questioning my entire jacket collection on the daily. Between a furnace-like tube journey, a mild lunchtime walk and a chilly evening commute, finding a jacket or coat that can keep me comfortable from morning until evening is proving no mean feat.
Eager to land on a styling solution that will keep me warm and looking stylish this season, I was elated to find my answer during a quick Instagram scroll. Naturally, it was Alexa Chung who spoke to my transseasonal outerwear needs. Wearing an oversized khaki bomber jacket on two occasions over the weekend, I knew from first sight that this was the answer I had been looking for.
Reaching for the same bomber twice in 48 hours, the model and presenter created two relaxed outfits peppered with smart details. Juxtaposing the casual nature of the bomber, Chung chose to layer a polished pinstriped blazer underneath, allowing the corner to peek out from under the bomber's lapels.
This clever styling trick added extra insulation for the chilly weekend and showcased her ability to create tension and personality in an outfit. Working with the smart nature of the blazer, Chung chose a pair of neat penny loafers to ground her look. On a separate occasion, Chung let the oversized bomber do the talking, styling it only with a warm black knit (and I suspect some jeans, although we couldn't see her bottom half in the pic).
Bombers and denim are a styling combination I'll never grow tired of, but the aviation-inspired jacket hosts much more styling potential than you might have imagined. Adding a cool and casual element to any outfit it touches, I love to wear my light cotton dresses with a hardy bomber jacket come late spring. It's equally elevated when paired with a leather skirt or trousers, and right at home with a classic leggings and trainers ensemble, proving that the bomber jacket is truly a springtime saviour that will work hard in so many outfits.
Ever inspired by Chung's covetable wardrobe, read on to shop my edit of the best khaki bomber jackets below.
SHOP MY EDIT OF THE BEST KHAKI BOMBER JACKETS:
This relaxed bomber jacket also comes in black.
Dress down a flowy dress or wear with relaxed trousers.
This oversized bomber jacket is comfortable enough to style day in, day out.
Relaxed bombers always look so elevated when paired with hardy leather and denim pieces.
Inspired by classic aviation styles, this one has a relaxed and retro feel.
Quilted jackets are having a major moment this spring.
The elasticated hem gives this a billowy and dramatic silhouette.
Rich khaki shades always look chic styled with tones of pink, grey and burgundy.
Style with chunky earrings and plenty of rings.
This roomy bomber jacket is selling out quickly.
This workwear-style jacket will style well with straight-leg jeans and boots.
The crinkled nylon fabric gives a casual draped effect.
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