If there is one certainty in the British springtime, it’s the uncertainty of the weather.
While we would love to pack up our outerwear until September, unfortunately, we are forced to be realistic, sartorially speaking. We can, however, retire our ankle-length football manager-esque puffers and replace them with lighter, more playful outerwear that better suits the season.
In spring 2025, coat trends leave a lot of room for creativity. Sure, trenches, leather and denim will forever play a part in our capsule wardrobes but there are new cuts, silhouettes and patterns infiltrating the classics that will disrupt the entrenched styles.
For those early days when sunshine disguises sub-zero temperatures, swap puffers for parkas for an Oasis-approved aesthetic that brings the Britpop early 2010s vibe without resorting to skinny jeans. See also Hailey Bieber’s favourite bomber silhouettes, the enduring sophistication of blazers and utilitarian workwear favourites plaid eschewing its lumberjack associations and chore jackets becoming an everyday essential.
But as the days heat up, so too can your coat selection. This is where leopard print shakets will come into their own. The ubiquity of the pattern shows no signs of wavering – its consideration as a neutral is a hill we will die on at ES Best HQ. Leopard is the (not-so) new black.
Retro leanings are always high in fashion but this season it’s 1970s-inspired suede jackets and Penny Lane faux fur trims in the limelight. Vintage outlets are preferable for cost and authenticity but if you don’t fancy diving into the rails, you’ll find a wealth of new retro-inspired pieces on digital storefronts too.
Shop the best jackets for spring below
Reformation Veda Bennett Oversized Leather Bomber
The oversized fit of this leather bomber from Reformation gives it a borrowed-from-the-boys feel. The chic style has a distressed look and comes in three hues.
Buy now £658.00, Reformation
Arket Relaxed Suede Blazer
Suede is huge in the coat trend space, bringing with it a 70s twist. From Arket, this blazer silhouette has a durable construction and a relaxed fit.
Buy now £459.00, Arket
Axel Arigato Kaia Tailored Blazer
Not your typical black blazer, Axel Arigato has applied its signature disruptive design style to create a silhouette that is more flattering but retains oversized appeal.
Buy now £300.00, Axel Arigato
Kitri Bonnie Burgundy Vinyl Jacket
The longer iteration of this jacket from Kitri was one of our favourite winter coats but, cropped, it has all-season appeal. Whether you purchase it in the burgundy shade pictured or the classic black, it is outerwear you will reach for time and time again.
Buy now £215.00, Kitri
Sezane Armance Jacket Blue Green Rust Tiles
Plaid is one of this season’s most popular trends but Sezane gives the pattern a feel that is less lumberjack, more Parisian street style ace in its Armance Jacket.
Buy now £185.00, Sezane
The Frankie Shop Mavis oversized trench coat
Enduring wardrobe basics are The Frankie Shop’s MO as perfectly encapsulated by this trench coat. It has an oversized fit that makes it perfect for layering and a grey colourway. Corporate chic nailed.
Buy now £265.00, MyTheresa
H&M Tie-belt denim jacket
Think Canadian Tuexdo but slouchier and you have this jacket from H&M, made to be double denim styled. Design details are kept minimal save for the cinching tie belt.
Buy now £37.99, H&M
Carhartt WIP OG michigan button up jacket in black and beige
One of the original barn jackets, Carhartt sticks to its workwear MO with this durable button-up. It’s pockets galore with four on the front, one of which is embellished with the brand’s logo patch. The jacket comes in the beige hue pictured with a contrast black spread collar as well as in navy, all-black, brown and a suede variety.
Buy now £149.00, End
Rixo Dionne Suede Jacket
Harking back to the Flower Power era of the late 1960s and early 1970s (a frequent source of inspiration for fashion label Rixo), this suede jacket is adorned with a dainty daisy appliqué. The embellishment is set on a cropped silhouette and fitted construction.
Buy now £350.00, Rixo
M&S Faux Leather Jacket
M&S has had a major revamp of its fashion selection and the offering hits the sweet spot between affordability and trend-led styles. This is one of the bestselling coats for the season, a faux leather piece in a mid-brown hue.
Buy now, M&S
Cos Boxy Collared Leather Jacket
This timeless leather jacket puts a more refined take on the ubiquitous motorcycle style typically associated with the material, making it a piece you can wear from work to the weekend.
Buy now, Cos
Arket 2-in-1 Upcycled Down Liner Jacket
It may be spring but that doesn’t mean you can rely on the British weather to hold out, which is why you will still need an arsenal of waterproof outerwear - and Arket just so happens to have this sleek number. It is classically quilted with down and feathers to keep you cosy, made from reycled polyester and comes in two colours; khaki and navy.
Buy now £159.00, Arket
Reformation Brooks Oversized Denim Jacket
A denim jacket is a staple in all spring wardrobes but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Reformation proves the design potential of the 90s-favourite with its two-tone Brooks jacket that comes suitably oversized in line with the decade’s aesthetic.
Buy now £227.99, Reformation
TALA Reversible Girlfriend Bomber Jacket
Bomber jackets are everywhere - and if you need styling tips on how to ace the look, Hailey Bieber proves the endless potential of her favourite silhouette. TALA’s iteration is reversible, so you get two colourways for the price of one. On the one side, you will find a graphite hue, while the other is olive. Branding is kept minimal.
Buy now £38.70, TALA
We The Free Wes Suede Bomber
From the festival field to the four fashion capitals, this suede bomber has endless wearability with its cropped silhouette and moto-inspired details that include the stitched trim, button cuffs and belt adornment. It is lined with faux fur so will see you through the colder months.
Buy now £548.00, Free People
Rixo Milly Leopard Coat
Leopard print’s popularity shows no signs of waning and the look is making a play for your winter wardrobe with this knee-length coat from Rixo that takes its design cues from the 70s. The pattern has been handpainted and set on a felt fur fabric.
Buy now £485.00, Rixo
Cos Cropped Hybrid Trench Coat
Cos is a hub of all things minimalist, so the humble trench slots perfectly into its aesthetic. Treat yourself to the brand’s short hybrid trench coat, made from a lightweight cotton blend and showcasing an uber-cropped cut.
Buy now £110.00, Cos
& Other Stories Contrast Collar Jacquard Jacket
While the matching trousers are available at & Other Stories, those just dipping their toe into the leopard trend may find the jacket more wearable, paired with blue jeans as pictured. For those who can’t get enough of the print, go for the full look for a statement.
Buy now £97.00, & Other Stories
Aligne Tamsin Quilted Jacket
Aligne is known for its trend-led styles at affordable price points and the Tamsin is the ultimate case in point. It is cut from premium fabrics with a relaxed fit and collarless crew neck. Detail comes in the form of the stitching and patch pockets.
Buy now £149.00, Aligne
Cos Sequined Suede Jacket
Suede jackets tend to follow a traditional and minimal brief but Cos has taken a different approach with its design. The Scandi label has embellished the sleeves with a delicate floral sequin embroidery in the same hue as the black backdrop for a subtle but intriguing look. Pair with the coordinating skirt.
Buy now £350.00, Cos
