14 Varsity Jackets for Women to Channel Your Inner Taylor Swift
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Unless you’ve been taking a social media hiatus, then you’re aware that Taylor Swift is quite literally in her Red Era in support of boyfriend and Kansas City Chief’s star, Travis Kelce. She’s worn comfortable red sweaters and sporty varsity jackets up the wazoo, though it’s not the first time the Grammy-winning artist opted for collegiate-inspired apparel. The singer was seen in 2012 styling a varsity jacket with short shorts in New York City and again on tour for her Red album. Since its Harvard baseball beginnings in 1865, the varsity jacket has evolved from its team comradery origins to a full-blown fashion statement, with people and celebrities like Tay Swift styling it for a big game, onstage or as an everyday look. Even major brands and retailers like Zara, Revolve and Mango continue to design their take on academia gear. Here are 14 varsity jackets for women (and men, too) to channel your inner Taylor Swift—and you don’t have to be cheer captain or date the boy on the football team to wear ‘em.
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1. Zara Contrasting Patches Bomber Jacket
This front snap buttoned varsity jacket has cool, calm and collected written all over it. The black and white stunner is made from a polyester and polyamide blend, which is known to be high in elasticity and have good durability—aka, properties you look for in traditional sports varsity jackets. Speaking of elasticity, the collar and sleeves’ ends are super stretchy thanks to the elastic lining, but we’re really marveling over the embroidered applique and giant back patch that reads, “Meet you later.” (Sounds like a cheeky secret T. Swift x T. Kelce message to us!)
2. Xpril Contrast Varsity Jacket
Personalize your very own varsity jacket with decals, patches, stitching, custom embroidery and whatever else your heart desires with this super sleek contrast jacket. With just shy of 1,000 five-star reviews, it’s clearly a fan-favorite for bachelorettes, games, Halloween costumes and so much more, and customers rave about the straight fit and variety of color options. They especially appreciate its blank space that lets you add a personal touch. “The sleeves are long enough for my long arms and the green is PERFECT,” writes one happy Amazon reviewer. “When buttoned, it's just to the point where it doesn't gap around my chest or at the pockets, [and] it's fitted enough that it hugs my curves perfectly and doesn't look baggy.” The majority of reviews claim that it runs small, so we’d suggest sizing up one or two sizes if you prefer a loose-fitting or oversize fit for game day.
3. Superdown Kai Varsity Jacket
Be the coolest person on and off the field in the Kai varsity jacket from Superdown. It has a classic cut and snap button-front closure for a nonchalant and effortless vibe. The long, cream-colored sleeves create a striking juxtaposition against the moss green wool bodice, and, thanks to its lack of decals or patchwork, the warm dry-clean recommended jacket is surprisingly versatile. Style it with a plain white T-shirt and jeans or layer it over a slip dress to add some character to your date-night look. And, yes, there are pockets, so you can store a few essentials in there if your baguette bag is stuffed to the brim.
4. Jordan Varsity Jacket
This NBA-inspired varsity jacket is made to be repped for courtside fashion moments. The black, white and red Jordan style features an “MJ” chain-stitch lettering for the legendary Michael Jordan, and on the left side of the breast you’ll find his signature dunk logo, too. Both the interior and exterior use similar satin materials, giving it a nice sheen and an extremely soft feel, and we’re obsessed with that pop of red and white stripes on the trims. Expect a larger size to end at the widest part of your hips, otherwise your regular size should sit at the start of your hips.
5. Mango Oversized Woolen Bomber Jacket
Like Taylor, we value how a streamlined and versatile varsity jacket can effortlessly make an everyday look a touch sportier. Just look at this oversize wool bomber from Mango, for instance. It has that same traditional slim cut, tailored fit and pronounced collar that original war jackets boasted, yet with a modern and fresh edge.
6. H&M Regular Fit Baseball Jacket
Calling all baseball aficionados! We’ve uncovered this blue beauty from H&M’s men section, and it’s so good for the gals who love to rock a boyfriend ‘fit or for guys who want to spruce up their sporty wardrobe. It’s comprised of a luxe felted fabric and embroidered appliqués that look so damn official. And you already know it comes with all the bells and whistles of a true varsity jacket, like a stand-up collar, welt pockets, interior pocket, snap fasteners and ribbed hems and cuffs.
7. The Kooples Color Blocked Varsity Jacket
People familiar with the rock ‘n’ roll-esque brand, The Kooples, will be astonished to discover that the company makes an eclectic color block varsity jacket. Spunky and contemporary, this vibrant jacket has an air of rebellion coupled with that impeccable French tailoring. Not for the faint of heart, it’s the type of outerwear that’s sure to turn heads.
8. Etsy Unisex Genuine Leather Varsity Jacket
If we’ve recently learned anything from Taylor Swift, it’s that a handmade varsity jacket can make a major splash. This one on Etsy has a five-star rating and is made with genuine cowhide leather and high-quality sheep wool, so you can expect it to be warm and look expensive at the same time. And if that wasn’t enough to win you over, wait ‘till you find out that the pockets are lined at the edges with the same leather as the sleeves. Now all that’s left to do is select a color combo. So, what’ll it be…black with yellow stripes, black and red or blue and black?
9. Aape By *A Bathing Ape College Varsity Jacket
We’re suckers for the spacious silhouette of this collegiate varsity jacket by cult streetwear brand Aape By *A Bathing Ape. Young and fresh, this street style menswear design balances the addition of branded labels with traditional baseball elements to a tee, making it one of the most valuable (p)layers in your clothing lineup.
10. Edikted Angels Oversized Baseball Jacket
According to one Edikted customer, this is the “baseball jacket of my dreams! It is just the right length and I love the oversize feel.” Style this fashionable number with a baby tee, midi skirt and chunky socks and loafers for the ultimate cool-girl vibe. Psst, it’s created to have a natural oversize fit, so we suggest you stick to your usual size. And with a $34 markdown at Macy’s and sizes XS to M left in stock, you might want to act fast because these baseball jackets are flying off the shelves.
11. Mother The Boyfriend Varsity Jacket
If you’re all about an elevated fashion label and with a good-quality make, then you’ll definitely enjoy this varsity jacket from PureWow editor-tested and -approved Mother, which is known for having some of the best jeans on the market. The Boyfriend features a point collar, side welt pockets, faux-leather trims and front snap white closures that project contrast the main hue. And it just so happens to come in—both—the hottest trending color of the season and Taylor Swift’s lover’s team shade. Coincidence? We think not.
12. Line & Dot Varsity Jacket
Don’t be fooled by the edgy look of this black and brown varsity jacket because it possesses an ultra-feminine detail hiding at the back of the faux leather sleeves: ruched stitching. Gone are the days of having to hike your sleeves up to get that lived-in, blasé vibe, thanks to the rumpled effect. And it’s not sloppy looking whatsoever, either. In fact, it’s evocative of the clean, sleek and modern European take on a classic staple.
13. Zara Patch Bomber Jacket
Who could resist this ultra-fly oversize piece? (Not us.) We bet your brother, boyfriend, best friend, or—hey, yes even—you will get a kick out of styling this. Thanks to its poly-elastane blend, the material is light enough to wear during spring and summer yet cozy enough to keep you warm when layering it in the winter. From the extra-spacious welt pockets to the oh-so soft faux suede fabric to the contrasting patch appliqués and embroidery, we’re having a difficult time deciding our favorite detail about it. Our neutral lovers out there will say it has to be the adaptable off-white color palette.
14. Good American Varsity Bomber
Good American’s varsity jacket has us tickled pink—literally. Call it the romantic in us, but there’s something about this pink and maroon color combination that has us swooning. With a sweeping five-star rating on Revolve, this relaxed piece features a bomber bravura with ribbed trims and slant pockets. According to the buyers, it fits true to size, but be warned that this one-of-a-kind piece is hand wash only.
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