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The best evening jackets to elevate your going out-out wardrobe
Including the hottest trend this season: tassel jackets 😮
Winter is on the way, which means Christmas is on the horizon, and so is the festive party season. When compiling a capsule party wardrobe, there are a few must-haves needed to make sure you're Christmas party ready. You'll want a few long-sleeve dresses, a pair of trusty wide-leg trousers, leather skirt and of course, some ankle boots or knee-high boots too. However, in our eyes a winter evening look is never complete without a chic evening jacket.
The right jacket is something that instantly smartens up any outfit. You can also wear it to a whole host of occasions, whether it's to an office party or a date night, and it can be styled with everything from your go-to jeans and t-shirt to a full-on ball gown.
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Whether your go-to style is pretty and feminine, or sleek and sophisticated, there are so many evening jackets to pick from this season. This time of year always calls for plenty of faux fur, sequins and this year the hottest trend: tassels - yes, that's right they're making a comeback. Although, there's always a place in our wardrobe for a classic tweed jacket or leather jacket too. Luckily, there are plenty of timeless styles for you to choose from this season!
When thinking about an evening jacket to invest in, always consider what colour would go best with your existing going-out and everyday wardrobe. You want to be able to throw it on and match it easily to your favourite clothes. Also consider length, do you want it oversized or fitted, or something cropped or longline?
Below we've put together our hand-picked edit of the best evening jackets for women. We're certain you'll be excited to wear these, wherever you're heading.
Next Neutral Short Faux Fur Jacket
You can always count on a faux fur jacket to make a statement. The perfect autumn/winter evening jacket, this one takes the top spot for us this year, with its extra cuddly feel and wearable soft brown colour. Style over a little black dress or wear with jeans and a nice top - you simply can't go wrong.
COS Oversized wool-blend scarf-jacket
Seeing as scarf-coats have taken over the high streets this season and doing gorgeous replicas of the high end Toteme option, we love COS's version of it as a jacket. Beautifully formal, as soon as you put this on, you'll instantly feel put together.
Hobbs Sairey Knitted Jacket
Sometimes a black structured jacket is all you need layered over a going out outfit, particularly a Christmas party dress. This high-quality jacket is elegant and made from a sumptuous knitted material, making it a warm option too. Complete with metallic touches, we're guarantee this will be a forever jacket in your wardrobe from now on.
Lipsy Beige Collarless Belted Smart Jacket
Level up your camel coat collection with this belted beige jacket by Lipsy. The missing neutral jacket in your closet, this sophisticated number would look beautiful with leather trousers, black jeans or blue jeans this party season.
M&S Textured Blazer Coat With Wool
Marks & Spencer's autumn/winter fashion this year is amazing, and one piece that has caught our eye is this fabulous textured blazer. Promising to elevate your blazer collection, its textured finished gives this jacket a cool-girl feel that we haven't seen anywhere else on the high-street.
Phase Eight Kiana Boucle Longline Blazer
This longline black blazer is no ordinary smart jacket, its got a gorgeous contemporary edge that is worth its price tag. Designed with a double breasted silhouette and embellished gold buttons, it's all you need you need to see you through the winter.
Lets get the party started this Christmas with this extravagant sequin evening jacket from H&M. Affordable and stylish, its all you need to add some sparkle to your wardrobe.
Boden Marylebone Tweed Blazer
Heritage prints always have a place in our heart and our wardrobes, even if we've got plenty of tweed blazers. Trumping all of them this year has to be this fabulous option from Boden. While it's a wonderful evening jacket, it also works for daytime looks too.
Mint Velvet Brown Tassel Jacket
Remembering when tassels were a huge trend? Well they're back and better than ever. This time we're opting for them in jacket form. We love how this one from Mint Velvet combines two of the latest trends: chocolate brown and tassels - a dreamy combo.
M&S Faux Leather Harrington Jacket
Seen everywhere on social media, this faux leather jacket pushes the biker girl look to one side. Designed with a Harrington finish, it's an essential outwear piece this season. Perfect for casual-chic evenings out, it's our favourite leather jacket from M&S this season.
MANGO Quilted bomber jacket
Making a return this season is the bomber jacket, but this time it's faux leather. A beautiful addition to your wardrobe, style with black jeans or dresses with knee-high boots for a relaxed evening fit.
Monsoon Rue Reversible Quilted Leopard Print Jacket Brown
Monsoon Rue Reversible Quilted Leopard Print Jacket Brown
Leopard print is here to stay and even more wearable with this Monsoon jacket. Even better, it's reversible side features a cream faux fur finish, so you can choose which side suits your chosen evening outfit best.
The bomber jacket gets a tailored update
Barrel leg trousers get a cord update for winter
The Princess of Wales looks chic in tartan
Cosy and colourful jumpers are a must-have
