The dreaded two months of the year where one day, it's too hot for a puffer jacket, and the next, it's too cold for even a light sweater are here, folks. Don't get me wrong! I'm ecstatic that warmer temperatures have made their way back into the chat, but I can't stand the mind games spring weather plays. With those unpredictable days ahead, it's the perfect time to talk about one must-have transitional wardrobe piece: the spring jacket.
And as your personal shopper (free of charge, of course!), I’m excited to share that the spring/summer 2025 runways that were shown this past fall introduced a ton of fresh and fun transitional jacket trends to look forward to. Think cropped leather jackets with edgy cuts and statement sleeves, versatile raincoats and anoraks in bold colorways and cool textures, and reimagined trench coats that go beyond the classic khaki style and traditional silhouettes, bringing in unexpected fabrics and modern twists. Oh, and peplums are making a comeback! Who would’ve guessed!
Keep on scrolling to see the five best spring jacket trends that belong in your closet ASAP. I promise these chic jackets are worth the extra layer (even on those nights out with friends where you'd rather not carry one), and they’ll be the perfect finishing touch to pull your whole outfit together.
Cropped Leather Jackets
From biker jackets to oversized bombers, leather jackets are a classic wardrobe staple that have gone through several iterations throughout the years. One silhouette that’s having a resurgence in 2025 is the cropped leather jacket. The sharper, shorter cut adds an extra edgy vibe, perfect for a biker street style look (which I’m all about!) Get one in a rich, highly saturated color if you wanna kick it up a notch.
Raincoats and Anoraks
Raincoats in 2025 should be fun—at least that’s what the runways said. Forget the usual boring and boxy design and go for a raincoat with some pizzazz. Puff sleeves? Utilitarian pockets? Bold prints? Yes to all!
Trench Coats
The trench has always been cool (at least in my professional opinion), but these latest designs straight from the runway have taken it to a whole new level. Bold and reinvented with contemporary cuts and innovative fabrics, they feature out-of-the-ordinary details like statement collars, pleated accents, and asymmetrical buttons.
Karen Millen Tailored Pleated Back Trench Coat
Funnel Neck
This dramatic collar is perfect for minimalists who want to elevate their outfit without relying on bright colors, bold embellishments, or complex shapes. It's a subtle yet impactful detail that adds a fashion-forward edge without feeling over-the-top. Plus, no need for a scarf—this collar will keep your neck warm on those breezy days!
Peplum Trim
You remember the peplum top. Now get ready for the peplum coat. Unlike the styles of the early 2010’s, today's peplum leans more avant-garde and unexpected, and less business casual.
Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
