We see it on every street corner. This jacket trend with vintage inflections already endorsed by celebrities is the fashion asset to bet on this season.
This is probably one of the hottest trends of the season. After making a timid comeback in 2023, this jacket is now a must-have to boost your outfits with 1920s charm. Its advantage: it enhances all body types in the blink of an eye and can be imagined in warm, brown shades, ideal for fall. Decryption.
A retro wind seems to be blowing through fashion for several seasons now. If the year 2023 was marked by the return of the “aged” effect leather jacket, imitating the idea of leather patinated by time, 2024 saw the emergence of a whole new movement, straight out of the utilitarian wardrobe of the 1920s. It is in particular the house of Prada which is said to be at the origin of this fashion revival. During the presentation of her spring-summer 2024 collection, Miuccia Prada unveiled feminine silhouettes, composed of transparent or fringed midi skirts and fitted shirts. All of this, boosted by the flagship jacket, brings a masculine and casual touch to the entire look.
Her name? The barn jacket. Born in the 1920s, this garment was first worn by workers who made it their work jacket and adapted it to their manual activities. It is particularly appreciated for its comfort and practicality allowing protection from bad weather. It is recognizable by its square lines and its design defined by large patch pockets on the chest and hips, as well as its collar with wide and open lapels. The latter often contrasts with the rest of the model, available either in another material such as leather, or in a different color.
Now part of the everyday wardrobe, the barn jacket has quickly earned its fashion stripes. This is evidenced by the success of the Carhartt brand, founded in 1889, which was one of the first companies to specialize in utilitarian fashion pieces. For their part, prominent personalities have been quick to get in tune with the trend. Bella Hadid, Emili Sindlev, Anne Laure Mais, all succumb to the star jacket. The craze is such that searches for the barn jacket have even increased by 410% in recent months, according to our colleagues at British Vogue.
Covering a fitted shirt, breaking the effect of a too strict skirt or worn over casual jeans, the barn jacket has the merit of investing all outfits and adding an extra touch of style to any silhouette. Enough to replace your eternal denim jacket while letting your imagination run wild.