The 10 outerwear items you can't live without anymore

With the fall season well underway and the winter season almost upon us, being able to identify the right outerwear item can be a real challenge. Choosing the item that best meets personal style needs and is best suited to sudden changes in weather requires skills beyond the concept of personal taste. To get around this and select outerwear items in line with seasonal trends, we offer a shopping guide that will simplify your selection for must-haves for fall. From timeless classics such as the denim jacket to the more structured bomber jacket to the preppy vibe of varsity jackets, our search for effortless outerwear took place on Zalando's e-commerce. 

The best denim jacket

Levi's The Trucker Jacket

96,99€

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Levi's denim jacket is a wise choice for simple outfits because it is timeless, versatile, and can be worn with almost any style. It can be modulated for retro inspiration as well as on more functional ensembles. Over chinos, baggy or cargo pants, the denim jacket can also be layered alongside overshirts. The ideal choice for the indecisive in the morning. 

The best preppy jacket

Tommy Jeans Mix Media Retro Jacket

135,99€

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Tommy Jeans unisex retro jackets can be a stylish alternative to classic jackets on grayer days or when you want to structure looks where the top is the focal point. Perfect under a pair of jeans with a tee, the retro jacket can be loosely paired with sneakers, loafers, or clogs. 

The best bomber jacket

Alpha Industries giubbotto bomber

143,99€

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If your looks draw directly from streetwear or you love to juxtapose aesthetics that differ in attitude and reference, you might consider buying the Alpha Industries MA-1 Project R. The bomber jacket from Alpha Industries is made of nylon, has a mandarin collar, and is available in an army green colorway based on fall palettes.

The best classic jacket

Baracuta giubbotto bomber

299,90€

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If your style is classic and your wardrobe is based on essentials that transcend the concept of trend, your best bet is to go for an item like Baracuta's bomber jacket. Lightly padded and with a printed inner lining, Baracuta's item is an ideal choice for the normcore.

The best fleece jacket

Patagonia Classic Retro giacca in pile

229,99€

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For colder days, the preferred option would be a fleece jacket. Classic Retro-x, by Patagonia, is a smart choice for outdoor and gorpcore-inspired looks that take them to a decidedly more urban level. With a stand-up collar, its windproof function and wide color palette make it a sporty item but also adaptable to more street looks.

The best windbreaker

Polo Sport Ralph Lauren giacca a vento

136,99€

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Still on the mid-season theme, Polo Sport Ralph Lauren's check-patterned windbreaker is windproof. Quirky but with simple, clean lines, Ralph Lauren's item qualifies as a must-have for lending edge to simpler looks.

The best lightweight jacket

Henrik Vibskov giacca leggera

470,00€

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Somewhere between the versatility of an overshirt and the functionality of a jacket is Henrik Vibskov's new crunch shirt, conceived as a check-print item in space checks brown coloring that allows styling of different natures to be enhanced. A focal point in looks designed mainly for the daily, Henrik Vibskov's shirt is a valuable asset for mid-season layering.

Best sleeveless 

Columbia Helvetia Vest smanicato

29,99€

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An alternative to long-sleeve fleece styles, the sleeveless lends itself as an essential garment for styling through layering. Over shirts or pullovers, and long or short pants for a preppy vibe, the Columbia Helvetia Vest is ideal for customizable and interchangeable looks.

The best mid-season jacket

C.P. Company giacca da mezza stagione

386,00€

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As nonexistent as they seem now, in reality, the midseasons are still with us. C.P. Company has come up with a monochrome jacket with flap pockets with a sporty silhouette that can be used as a daily uniform during fall days ahead of winter. The mandarin collar and elastic waistband make it a versatile and functional must-have. 

The best trench coat

Trench Paul Smith

329,99€

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Speaking of mid-seasons, the trench coat immediately comes to mind. Paul Smith's regular-fit, thigh-length one is breathable and waterproof. Available in dark blue, Paul Smith's trench coat makes an ideal choice for those who do not want to give up the most iconic garment for fall. Styling options also range from formal to preppy to a more experimental mix and match.