As we navigate these unseasonally mild winter days, I’ve been on the hunt for fresh and lightweight styling inspiration. Eager to shed the heavy winter coat I’ve been wearing day-in-day-out, I’m more than ready to embrace lighter layers to see me through the remainder of the winter as well as prepare myself for the warmer spring days ahead.
In anticipation of the seasonal shift, I’ve turned to the celebrity style set to gauge how they’ll be approaching transitional dressing. One trend that’s caught my eye? The pairing of short jackets with wide-leg jeans. Suddenly everywhere—I can thank L.A.’s warmer climate for the abundance of inspiration—this combination feels cool, effortless and so easy to style. So, it’s no surprise that it’s been popping up on some of the most stylish A-listers in recent weeks.
Inspired by this chic and versatile pairing, I’ve tracked down six chic celebrity looks featuring short jackets and wide-leg jeans to inspire my own winter wardrobe. From cool-girl tailoring to casual off-duty vibes, these outfits prove that this combination is the ideal way to step into the new season in style. Read on to discover some excellent styling ideas below.
1. LILA MOSS’ SUDED JACKET + WIDE-LEG JEANS
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Style Notes: A breakout trend from the past few months, suede jackets have become one of the season’s most in-demand buys. Wearing a short, light brown style from French brand Sezane, model Lila Moss paired hers with low-rise wide-leg jeans with a simple black boot, crafting a casual outfit that nodded towards some of the season’s favourite trends.
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This jacket comes in 35 other colours and fabrics.
Arket
Cloud Low Loose Jeans
Shop these whilst they’re on sale.
Classic black boots are a wardrobes staple you’ll never tire of.
2. SIENNA MILLER’S CO-ORD DENIM JACKET AND JEANS
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Style Notes: I’ve long looked to Sienna Miller for styling inspiration and I don’t think this will change anytime soon. Taking a modern approach to double-denim styling the actor plucked her look from Paige’s mens section, selecting a sandy jacket and jeans combination, which she elevated with a pretty pop of blue.
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Frame
Vintage Denim Jacket
Style over a white tee or wear on its own buttoned all-the-way up.
These also come in a classic blue style.
Prada
Prada Re-Edition 2005 Re-Nylon and Saffiano Mini Bag
Add a pop of colour to your winter wardrobe.
3. SYDNEY SWEENY KNITTED JACKET + HIGH-WAISTED WIDE-LEG TROUSERS
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Style Notes: Bundling up in a thick knitted jacket, Sydney Sweeney ensured an insulated outfit by pairing her short jacket with high-waisted jeans. Choosing a wide-leg design Sweeney’s outfit remained comfortable, cosy and perfect for navigating chilly winter days.
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This cosy bucket hat also comes in black.
Mango
Zip Hooded Cardigan
Layer this underneath a thick coat or style on its own.
Mint Velvet
Mid Indigo Crop Wide Jeans
Style these with white boots like Sweeney, or pair with a pretty ballet flat.
4. KATIE HOLMES’ WOOL JACKET + WIDE-LEG JEANS
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Style Notes: Known for her impossibly chic capsule wardrobe, I often seek styling inspiration from actor Katie Holmes. Wearing a mole brown wool jacket with baggy jeans and a speckled knit, the actor’s look was cosy, wearable and warm enough to keep you toasty on winter’s coldest days.
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Massimo Dutti
Wool Blend High Neck Jacket
This mole brown shade is so easy to slip into a capsule wardrobe.
Add a subtle wash of colour into your winter wardrobe.
These look more expensive than they are.
5. ZOE KRAVITZ BLAZER + BAGGY JEANS
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Style Notes: Blazers and jeans are one of my favourite styling combinations out there, and Zoë Kravitz’s elevated look has reminded me to revisit this classic two-piece this winter. Keeping it simple and chic the actor paired her blazer and jeans with a simple black tee and sleek pointed-toe heels.
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COS
Relaxed Single-Breasted Wool-Blend Blazer
Style this over a simple tee or wear with a classic button-down.
This also comes in white and leopard print.
Zara
Low-Waist Balloon-Fit Jeans
Pair with heels or style with trainers and let your jeans puddle.
6. LEATHER JACKET + WIDE-LEG JEANS
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Style Notes: Leather jackets are one of my favourite items to reach for during winter. In an oversized cut these styles well over thick knits and they always give your outfit an effortlessly cool edge.
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Reformation
Veda Brandon Leather Jacket
This cosy jacket can sub-in for a coat on milder winter days.
COS
Volume Wide-Leg Jeans
This also comes in six other shades.
Style with socks or wear these on their own.
