Plus Size Jackets

Fashion is having a jacket moment. Not since the ’80s has this iconic piece experienced such resurgence. It’s no coincidence, of course, that the jacket is back at a time when everyone’s re-thinking the notion of corporate casual. The difference is, this time around, these once-staid staples of fashion such as plus size jackets have considerably lightened up. Gone are the shoulder pads, and the notion of the jacket as part of a constricting uniform. Instead, today’s plus size jackets are signature, stand-alone pieces in their own right. And they’re all about freedom—from the fabrications, which range from denim and cotton twill to corduroy and suede, to the sheer variety of shapes. That’s good news for consumers, who will find many jacket options to match their own signature style.

Indeed, for consumers the options for choosing plus size jackets are endless—and all about comfort. Creating an eclectic combination, pairing a not-so-predictable jacket with pants in a matching fabric, is the way to go. All of this variety is likely to spur more women into stores to add a new look to their wardrobes.

Of course, for some women, plus size jackets have never been out of style. Some always feel more confident when they wear a jacket. Certainly, one of the trends that’s helping to propel the popularity of the jacket this season, and moving forward into fall, is also the explosion of denim jackets, in nearly every shape and size. Denim jackets are really on the upswing. They’re great to mix in with other things; a pair of wool pants and a jean jacket is adorable. And depending on a woman’s career, some of these can also be nice enough to wear to the office.  Top retailers include Junonia, Avenue.com, and Intimate Promise.