We see Chanel-esque tweed jackets every Spring because they are an iconic classic. They can be worn with dresses, skirts, jeans, shorts, joggers, track pants, utility pants, trousers, leather bottoms, as suits, and over all sorts of tops. Dress them up or down, it’s all good. If the collarless Chanel-esque Spring tweed blazer is not for you, there are alternative silhouettes to consider. Think double-breasted blazers, long blazers, belted jackets, bombers, puffer hybrids, denim hybrids, shackets, barn jackets, shrunken blazers, trapeze jackets, short puffy sleeved ‘70s looks, and motos.
Here are some examples.
The outfits below each incorporate a Spring tweed jacket in an interesting way, showcasing its versatility. They might inspire you to pull together a similar look in any colour palette. Or simply to admire the creativity on someone else.
1. Balloon or Barrel Jeans
Combine a short Spring tweed jacket with a pair of statement balloon or barrel jeans. The cropped length of the topper showcases the silhouette of the jeans. Use a simple layering top so that the jacket and jeans take centre stage. Here, the top and footwear are the same colour, which helps pull together the outfit. There is no need to tuck the top, or to wear heels. Make sure the outfit works with your personal set of figure-flattering priorities, and run with it. The bag that matches the hair of the model adds another cohesive touch.
2. Pleated Skirt and Hi-Tops
Create a column of colour with a solid pleated skirt and top. It’s burgundy here, but use any colour. Pop a Spring tweed jacket over the top. This one is a little longer, but a shorter version will work well too. Finish off the look with sporty sneakers like iconic Converse hi-tops and a crossbody bag to match. The matching burgundy hi-tops accentuate the column of burgundy and look super cute to my eye. Sub the hi-tops for boots or pumps if that’s more your thing.
3. Utility Pants
Combine a pair of utility pants with a matching graphic T-shirt. Pop a Spring tweed jacket over the top. Leave the jacket open to get a glimpse of the tee. Finish off the look with combat, lug sole, or another type of casual boot with a bag to match. The utility pants can be solid, and the tee needn’t be tucked.
4. Pattern-Mixed
For a fashion-forward look, combine a Spring tweed jacket with a pair of shorts or cropped pants in a plaid that works with the tweed of the jacket. Add a pair of patterned socks in the same palette. For the three patterns to visually harmonize, it’s best if they are a similar colour palette (black and white in this case). Keep the layering top, footwear and bag solid, and make it match one of the colours in the patterns. If the socks are too much, stick to a non-matching tweed and plaid that work together. Add jewellery, watch and eyewear as desired.
