At last, the sun has broken through the clouds, and it finally feels like spring is within reach.
Now comes the seasonal shift. The first thing on my spring shopping list is a light jacket. Naturally, my trusted trench coat is always a reliable option, but when I want something a little more contemporary, Toteme‘s new Summer Country Jacket (£600) is ready to step up.
(Image credit: @florriealexander)
As soon as this new Toteme style landed, I ran to try it on (before it inevitably sells out like the brand’s previous super-covetable jackets), and I’m here to report back on whether it makes for a smart investment in case you were considering it for yourself. Spoiler alert: the jacket’s minimalist edge, timeless appeal and careful attention to detail truly won me over.
Florrie wears Toteme’s Summer Country Jacket in size 36.
(Image credit: @florriealexander)
When the country-jacket trend first arose last year, I held off on buying one because I hadn’t come across a style that would transfer from fresh autumn days to crisp spring mornings, and now that I’ve found this one, I’m so glad I waited. The lightweight, water-repellent cotton jacket is roomy enough to be layered up for cooler moments, but I’m already excited to wear it later this season on warmer days when just a T-shirt and jacket are all you need.
The creamy shade not only makes any outfit look immediately expensive, but it’s also versatile and will pair well with everything from uniform neutrals to bold colours. Plus, after a few seasons as the jacket style to know about, I now have confidence that country jackets aren’t just a fleeting fad.
After trying it on, I have to say it’s the added details and incredible quality that set this jacket apart from similar styles on the market. The brown corduroy collar feels really luxurious, and with the welt and flap pockets, it signals a nod to traditional country-jacket DNA. But the wide cuffs and otherwise pared-back design keep it feeling really contemporary. Style is obviously a key component in any purchase, but practicality is something I always look for, too, and the combination of a zipper front and snap buttons with the water-repellent fabric means you’ll stay warm and dry even through spring showers.
(Image credit: @florriealexander)
In terms of fit, the jacket is oversized. Here, I’m wearing a size 36 (UK 8), and there’s still plenty of room for layering up underneath. I’m a size 8 on top and 5’2″, but I tend to wear jackets in a size 10 for a relaxed fit. Back vents maintain the straight silhouette of the jacket whilst adding ease of movement when sitting or moving around. One thing I find with Toteme is that the arm length is always quite long. Personally, I don’t mind this, as I embrace the oversized fit and think it adds a certain coolness, but with a cotton composition, it would be easy to take the sleeves up on this jacket if you wanted to.
Unsurprisingly, I’m not the only fan of Toteme’s country jacket. I’ve already seen influencers and editors sporting the khaki-green version, and I’m sure the new cream style will become just as prolific with the arrival of spring. Considering my fellow Who What Wear UK editors have also bookmarked it (honestly, we can’t stop banging on about it over our desks), I’m predicting it’s likely to sell out before the season is even in full swing.
Keep scrolling to shop the Toteme Summer Country Jacket whilst it’s still available, as well as more spring jackets I’m loving right now.
Shop the Toteme Summer Country Jacket:
Toteme
Summer Country Jacket in Peanut
The exact jacket I tried on and fell in love with. Just look at that silhouette.
Toteme
Summer Country Coat in Peanut
A longer version for those who prefer a full length.
Toteme
Country Jacket in Bark
This darker shade has elbow patches for an added authentic feel.
Shop More Spring Jackets:
Arket
Lined Canvas Jacket
Finally, this jacket is back in stock and in a new colourway.
COS
Collared Cotton Car Jacket in Beige
There’s something about this shade that looks so premium.
STELLA MCCARTNEY
Corduroy-Trimmed Washed Organic Cotton-Canvas Jacket
Find Westernd-style embroidery stitching and a faded effect that sets this jacket apart.
Loewe
Turn-Up Jacket in Nappa Lambskin
A leather jacket features in all great capsule wardrobes, and Loewe brings a minimalist feel with this supple nappa version.
ZARA
Contrast 100% Suede Leather Jacket With Pleat
Made from 100% suede leather.
Weekend Max Mara
Water-Repellent Gabardine Cropped Trench Coat
If a trench coat is still your go-to, why not add a cool cropped version into the mix?
Sandro Paris
Corduroy-Collar Padded Coat
The micro houndstooth pattern complements the brown corduroy collar perfectly.
