We hate to choose favourites, but if you really pushed us to pick amongst all the autumn jacket trends around in 2025, we probably would confess bomber jackets are – in our opinion – the best. Providing just the right level of warmth for October days, the humble bomber offers greater protection from the elements than, say, a blazer without leaving you a sweaty mess the way a faux fur coat would right now.
Is it any wonder then, that every fashion girlie is wearing one, unofficially declaring bomber jackets as *the* must-have autumn outerwear staple? Whether you opt for a sporty nylon style, a cool and classic leather design or a suede version (easily the most popular iteration of the moment), a bomber jacket is guaranteed to provide that perfect finishing touch, whether you're headed to work or making the most of a casual weekend.
For outfit inspiration on how to style yours, keep scrolling.
Tick off two trends in one
The only thing hotter than a bomber jacket, right now? A suede bomber jacket. Yep, the soft-touch fabric is big news this autumn/winter. Opt for a jacket in a rich shade of brown and pair with jeans and boots for an instantly elevated, subtly chic 'fit.
Feel feminine
Bomber jackets have an inherently masculine feel thanks to their boxy, oversized silhouette. If you want to add some contrast to your look, balance the masculine vibe of your bomber by styling yours with a floaty, feminine maxi or midi skirt. A casual t-shirt or simple knit will complete the look.
Team it with tailoring
Speaking of contrast, a pair of tailored trousers instantly smartens up a casual bomber. Opting for luxe fabrics like leather or suede adds additional polish, as does a pair of pointed-toe pumps or loafers, making for an office-ready outfit.
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Copy the cool girls
Autumn is *the* season for a mini skirt, tights and knee-high boots. AKA every fashion girlie's favourite cold-weather combo. A boxy bomber finishes this sleek look perfectly.
Go tonal
The easiest way to look expensive is to try monochrome dressing – wearing one colour head-to-toe, but in varying shades. To pull off this look, it's crucial to intermix different textures to keep your ensemble visually interesting, like wearing a satin or leather bomber with cords or jeans.
Take your summer skirt into autumn
We're all about getting the most out of our wardrobes, so before you pack away your summer 'fits, try thinking about how you could style them differently for autumn. Take this street style star, who took an ivory pleated midi and swapped a tank top for a knit jumper, switched flip flops for cowboy boots and threw on a bomber jacket for much needed warmth. Love!
Lean into the tie trend
Despite long admiring the look, we've so far avoided trying out the tie trend IRL. But this 'fit might just convince us to finally give in. A bomber jacket in place of a blazer makes a shirt and tie feel less serious and school uniform.
Play with proportions
Double bubble! Yes, you can wear your barrel jeans with your bomber jacket. Mirror the voluminous, puffy silhouette of your bomber jacket in your bottom half, with trousers that have an equally roomy cut. Just make sure they finish at or above the ankle and you wear a minimal, ankle-revealing shoe as showing a little bit of skin is needed to visually break up the fabric.
Keep it simple
Sometimes, less really is more. Case in point: this stylish outfit of a bomber-style leather jacket worn with a t-shirt and accessories in the same colour and contrasting cream jeans. It's chic, sophisticated, and allows the bomber to be the hero item it is.
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Alexandria Dale is the Digital Fashion Writer at Cosmopolitan UK. Covering everything from the celebrity style moments worth knowing about to the latest fashion news, there’s nothing she loves more than finding a high street dupe of a must-have designer item. As well as discovering new brands, she’s passionate about sustainable fashion and establishing the trends that are actually worth investing in. Having worked in fashion journalism for six years, she has experience at both digital and print publications including Glamour and Ok!
