Consider These 14 Handsome Spring Jackets for Shoulder Weather

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REJOICE! YOU CAN soon store away your insulated winter coat and puffer jackets until next year. Because in just a few weeks, the forecast will predict a high chance of balmy days with pleasant zephyrs. I.e., it’s springtime and going-out season again (though when have we ever stopped going out?), and we’ll thus be embracing lighter outerwear fare like bomber jackets, chore coats, and leather jackets—or as we define them in the general sartorial term, spring jackets for men.

Getting your lightweight jacket style right can be challenging, but the best spring jackets for men are easy outerwear fixes that will anchor you in any fit as the temperature changes. There’s an abundance of men’s lightweight spring jacket styles that'll keep you warm—but not too warm during these tricky in-between temperatures that swing back and forth between summery and chilly. Whether it’s an outdoor windbreaker, a warm fleece jacket, or a classic denim jacket, the best lightweight jackets for men in springtime let you enter from snowy to flowery days like a pro.

Below, we’ve done you the courtesy of narrowing down a sea of options to a mere 14 best spring jackets for men. Take a look at sporty styles for hanging on the weekends or more dressed-up jackets for nights out. All are lightweight enough to be worn now and layered accordingly as we head into a new season.

Flannel-lined Waxed Trucker Jacket

If it's good enough for Pedro Pascal to wear in The Last of Us to fight off zombies and survive the post-apocalyptic world, it's definitely good enough for you. Lined with flannel, it'll keep you warm even if it's only a t-shirt underneath. And the weather-resistant waxed shell will age like fine wine.

RepelShell Relaxed-Fit Jacket

Thanks to its wind- and waterproof shell, this relaxed-fit jacket will keep the elements at bay. That said, it’s perfect to wear during early morning jogs in brisk temperatures or rainy commutes to the office. We love that it’s also made with a four-way stretch fabric, which allows you to move freely as you tackle your pre-summer fitness goals. Speaking of being on the move, there’s a zippered chest pocket for you to store your small belongings; think: phone, keys or credit cards.

MA-1 Bomber Jacket (Heritage)

The perfect springtime jacket option is perhaps a bomber jacket—one that's the OG of all OGs. Alpha Industries's MA-1 pilot jacket is the perennial style that shows how we like a bomber jacket utilitarian, with a little bit of a Top Gun vibe, yet still erring on the right side of the chill.

Vintage Deer Sherpa Lined Aviator Bomber Jacket

We promise you don’t have another jacket like this in your closet—a vintage classic that looks like a thousand bucks but luckily isn't. Built just like a '70s hunk, its water-resistant shell also can take a beating and will look better with age.

Suede Trucker Jacket

A spring road trip calls for a jacket that’s easy to layer and comfortable enough to wear for hours. Enter Banana Republic’s trucker jacket, which ticks both boxes and looks amazing, thanks to its luxe suede finish. Hitting right at the hip, the slim-fit piece is fully lined, so you can wear it for multiple seasons with a bunch of different outfits. We especially love its versatile wear that can take you from the office to date night.

Men's Better Sweater® Fleece Jacket

For casual weekend activities—think hanging at the bar with the boys or even just running errands—a throwback Dad-style fleece spring jacket is ultra-comfortable and kind of a throwback, or maybe like us you’ve never stopped wearing ‘em.

Echo Insulated Jacket

Whether you’re running errands or taking an evening stroll, you’ll be prepared for whatever weather in this Vuori option. For starters, it’s designed with a water-resistant shell, so you will stay dry upon heavy downpour or light showers. In addition, the jacket is coated with durable thermal insulation that will trap heat and stretchy lining to offer extra mobility. We love that we can wear it during the springtime when the temperatures fluctuate, but also not get too overheated by its warm interior.

Felted Chore Coat

Maybe you throw on this boiled Merino wool sweater-jacket hybrid to drink some coffee and dip into a great novel, or maybe you just throw it on to run to the bodega because you’re out of toilet paper. Either way, this chic lightweight jacket elevates the most basic spring outfit.

Cora Leather Jacket

Would a casual spring jacket round-up be complete without a nod to leather? Nah. This AllSaints version is crafted in classic leather without any excess bulk. With minimalist biker-inspired detailings, it also comes at the right price like most of AllSaints' leather jackets.

Relaxed Fit Duck Blanket-Lined Detroit Jacket

If your job calls for you to work outdoors, Carhartt offers a spring jacket that’s up your alley. Take this blanket-lined version. It’s layered with quilted fabric that provides a great amount of insulation and traps heat as you’re on the clock. Also, the piece is styled with a corduroy-trimmed collar that lays just over top of collar snaps for a hood attachment. Plus, the jacket has a few pockets positioned on the exterior to store any handy tools or your personal belongings.

Stormchaser Jacket

This raincoat has all the tech specifications you require–like 2.5-layer fabric, a 10k waterproof rating, and a fully-seamed interior, but is sleek enough to wear in the city. No need to sweat springtime showers.

Windrunner

This windbreaker was formulated for running but is sleek enough to wear purely on a style basis. It has a little bit of a vintage feel and a cool, '80s-esque color that’s reminiscent of sunny days ahead. As a bonus, it’s made of completely recycled materials.

Flex Pro Denim Jacket

Not your average denim jacket. The classic staple is rendered in a bit of spandex which makes the fit stretchy and comfortable, only getting better the more you wear it. Hitting around the hip, you'll cop all-day comfort and style with it, especially when you're on the move.

Three-Season Windbreaker Zip-Out Hood Jacket

Did we mention that colors are trending? Pairing bright shades with a water-resistant shell and a zip-out hood to fight the inclement weather makes us one happy camper. After all, nothing says spring like happy, saturated hues.

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