Fashion is fully in its sporty era. Side-stripe track pants are basically the new trousers, gorpcore hiking-chic is having a major moment, and all those utilitarian details – think pockets, straps, buckles – mixed with that relaxed, baggy fit just lock into the vibe. But the real standout right now? Windbreakers.
After red windbreakers proved to bean early stand-out trend, the look has expanded into any colourway going, spotted everywhere from celebrities to the street style set. Yep, that lightweight, swishy jacket we know from those ’80s workout videos is now the hottest thing in fashion.
Need proof? The trend has already been co-signed by some of the chicest people in Hollywood. Exhibit A: Hailey Bieber, who wore a lingerie-inspired look at the Saint Laurent Spring 2026 show featuring lace-trim shorts, sheer tights, and heeled sandals. Then there’s Zendaya, exhibit B, who stepped out in NYC recently, fully committed to the vibe, pairing hers with matching athletic pants and trainers. And Cosmopolitan's global cover star, Olivia Rodrigo, wore the very same Saint Laurent style as Hailey for her cover shoot in a red version.
Out and about, I’ve seen street-style stars fully jump on this trend – and everyone’s doing it their own way too. That’s the fun of it! Windbreakers aren’t just those plain, athletic jackets that were once seen as a throw-on piece over gym clothes or the only option for mild, windy days. There’s actually a lot more range than you’d think, from playfully feminine ones with peplum hems to bold, colorblock styles that lean more edgy.
All this windbreaker content has me itching to get one for myself. So, we've rounded up the best windbreakers available to shop right now, starting with Next's chic AF chocolate brown number with blue piping *drool*. Below, shop more windbreakers we're loving:
Next Chocolate Brown Shower Resistant Rain Jacket
M&S Cotton Rich Funnel Neck Bomber Jacket
Hush Maple Bubble Hem Funnel Neck Jacket
ASOS DESIGN Drop Belt Funnel Tech Track Jacket
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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.
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!
