14 Ways to Wear Shackets for Fall

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It's that time of year again: shacket season. A time we know and love all too well. While it is true that we see shackets — that is, the fashion love child between a shirt and a jacket — every year around this time, there are always new ways to wear them. Trends and styles change, but the cozy ease of a shacket never does. Throw one on with a dress, an athletic set, a pair of trousers, and so much more to achieve the perfect transitional outfit; then, layer a heavier coat on top once the weather turns even colder.

Ahead, we're sharing 14 ways that you can style your beloved shackets for fall and beyond.

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A Pop of Leather

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Leather is a go-to for fall, whether you go for a leather jacket to leather pants. A leather shacket will keep you warm in brisk weather, while still adding a layer of sleekness other materials don't offer.

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With Baggy Pants

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Roomy pants work in every season, but paired with a shacket, they make the perfect fall outfit. Navy blue wide-leg trousers are a great base, and with a tan leather shacket, they create contrast while still veering on the neutral side.

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The Oversized Look

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For a low-key vibe, wear with a pair of matching wide-leg jeans and a classic white tank with an oversized shacket. Heels make an unexpected yet elevated shoe choice.

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Over a Cozy Sweater

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Double the coziness, double the fall fun. If you're not quite ready for puffer jacket season, layer a wool shacket over a sweater for added warmth without the bulk.

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Monochrome with a Fun Shoe

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This monochromatic outfit ties so many current trends — from the denim skirt to the oversized shacket — into one look, without looking over the top. The shacket keeps it casual, while the gold boots add a textural twist to the darker hues.

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Over a Crop Top

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Crop tops don't need to be tucked away once temps drop; simply layer on a shacket to keep warm, and pair with longer bottoms (like a midi skirt) for more coverage.

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All of the Plaid

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When thinking of fall, our brains immediately go to plaid. It's the most classic shacket style of them all, so it's always a safe option for fall dressing. This matching green and blue plaid is giving the "back to school" vibe, while the frayed detailing makes it feel current.

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Layer It On

Woman wearing a plaid shacket over a buttoned-up with jeans and black boots.

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A shacket is the perfect layering piece. This cropped plaid style helps break up an otherwise all-blue 'fit, and provides a necessary extra layer to beat the chill.

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Add a Vibrant Color

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There is nothing more chic than an all-black outfit, but sometimes we need some cheerful, bold colors in the mix. Instantly add brightness to any neutral outfit by throwing on a colorful shacket, like this style star did.

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As a Matching Set

Woman wearing a purple shacket with matching purple pants and a yellow tube top.

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A matching set equals an outfit no-brainer. They make you look put together, without taking hour to pick out. Bonus color combination inspo: The bright purple set with the yellow-green top is so dreamy and unexpected for fall.

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Mix and Match Textures

Woman wearing a yellow top and shacket with a snakeskin printed skirt and boots.

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Snake and crocodile prints are right on trend with fall's biggest trends. A shacket in a softer shade, like butter yellow, can temper a more daring pattern while still allowing the print to speak for itself.

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Bedazzled Is Better

Woman wearing a denim shacket over a white top with a denim skirt.

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It's time to bling out your Canadian tuxedo. Adding sparkles is a great way to stand out and draw attention to your amazing outfit. Not into added embellishment? A denim shacket is always functional and stylish, whether it's bedazzled or not.

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Style with Sweatpants

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The rise of the sweatpants means you can wear them just about anywhere — provided they're styled correctly. This light purple sweat set is sure to keep your mood up in the cooler months; layer a long shacket on top for colder days or to dress up your look.

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With Black Leggings

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Comfortable, stylish, and timeless, leggings can be paired with almost anything — including, yes, a shacket. We love them with a neutral style for running errands, but this is a moment where a pop of color would work great too.

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